Word After Word After Word

Description

One spring, visiting author Ms. Mirabel comes to Lucy's fourth-grade class to teach about the power of words and writing-lessons that subtly but powerfully change the lives of Lucy and her four friends. Each of the five is dealing with his or her own small childhood tragedy, such as the arrival of a new baby or the death of a special dog. The young writers discover their voices, and they also find ways to express their hopes and fears to those they love. Sure to inspire new generations of writers and readers, this contemporary novel from a beloved author and Newbery Medalist celebrates the power of words and language, stories and poetry. It also underscores a message that is near to Patricia MacLachlan's own heart-that becoming a writer can help every person, young or old, to better experience the world. Reading this book is like a visit from Patricia MacLachlan herself!

Patricia MacLachlan is the best-selling author of many beloved books for young readers, including SARAH, PLAIN AND TALL, winner of the Newbery Medal. Her novels for young readers include ARTHUR FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME, THE FACTS AND FICTIONS OF MINNA PRATT, SKYLARK, CALEB'S STORY, MORE PERFECT THAN THE MOON, and GRANDFATHER'S DANCE. She is also the author of many timeless picture books, including THREE NAMES, WHO LOVES ME?, WHAT YOU KNOW FIRST, ALL THE PLACES TO LOVE, PAINTING THE WIND, BITTLE, and ONCE I ATE A PIE, several of which she co-wrote with her daughter, Emily. She lives with her husband and two border terriers in Williamsburg, Massachusetts.