October, October
October, October by Katya Balen is a beautifully crafted narrative published by Bloomsbury Children’s Books in 2021. This 304-page book is written in English and explores the life of a young girl named October who lives in the woods with her father. Their close bond with nature is tested when significant changes occur in October’s life, including the rescue of a baby owl and the return of her mother, leading to a transformative year.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as family dynamics and the connection to the environment. As October navigates the complexities of her world, the story delves into her desire to remain wild amidst the chaos surrounding her. The book touches on various subjects, including animals and social topics, making it a multifaceted read for those interested in juvenile fiction that resonates with both nature and personal growth.
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WINNER OF THE YOTO CARNEGIE MEDAL 2022
WINNER OF THE YOTO CARNEGIE SHADOWERS’ CHOICE AWARD 2022
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‘A very special new addition to the shelf and deserves classic status’ – The Times Children’s Book of the Week
‘A modern classic … relevant, comforting and life-affirming’ – Scotsman
‘The perfect Autumn read’ – Primary Teacher Bookshelf
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A classic in the making for anyone who ever longed to be WILD.
October and her dad live in the woods. They know the trees and the rocks and the lake and stars like best friends. They live in the woods and they are wild. And that’s the way it is.
Until the year October turns eleven. That’s the year October rescues a baby owl. It’s the year Dad falls out of the biggest tree in their woods. The year the woman who calls herself October’s mother comes back. The year everything changes.
Written in Katya Balen’s heart-stoppingly beautiful style, this book is a feast for the senses. And, as October fights to find the space to be wild in the whirling chaos of the world beyond the woods, it is also a feast for the soul.
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