Writing a book is isolating, nerve wracking, and the hardest thing I've done. The number of tears I shed while working on Marvelous Jackson would fill a bathtub, and I gnashed my teeth over and over, questioning if Jack would ever see the light of day.
Now, with my launch approaching on September 10, reviews are starting to come in, and they are good. So good.
I feel like a puddle. A sense of relief is now filling my bathtub.
I wanted to share one of these reviews with you. It's lovely and generous, and the last line has reminded me that ALL my hard work was worth it in the end.
Tender, captivating, and thought-provoking... Bird masterfully blends themes of family, loss, self-discovery, and fortitude in the quaint backdrop of a Midwestern town in her latest middle grade novel, taking readers on a troubled boy's journey to self-discovery... With its well-managed pacing, the novel effortlessly weaves between contemplative moments of raw emotion and captivating sequences that intensify anticipation, notably as Jack embarks on his path towards competing in the prestigious baking competition. With a compelling voice and fully fleshed-out characters, Bird delivers a poignant tale that strikes at the heart with rawness and honesty. A stunner.
- The Prairies Book Review
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