Synopsis: Winner of the Newbery MedalA Kirkus Reviews Best Middle Grade Book of the Century“Peck charms readers once again with this entertaining sequel to A Long Way from Chicago”—School Library Journal (starred review)It was within the pages of Richard Peck's Newbery Honor-winning A Long Way from Chicago that Mary Alice and Grandma Dowdel first made their captivating debut. Now they're back for more astonishing, laugh-out-loud tales when fifteen-year…

Synopsis: Davy Bowman’s dad looks forward to Halloween more than a kid, and Davy’s brother, Bill, flies B-17s. Davy adores these two heroes and tries his best to follow their lead, especially now. World War II has invaded Davy’s homefront boyhood. Bill has joined up, breaking their dad’s heart. It’s an intense, confusing time, and one that will spur Davy to grow up in a hurry. This is one of Richard Peck’s finest novels—a tender, unforgettable portrait of…

Synopsis: A great story of a 13 year old boy (from an orphanage) that has always wanted a real family with a real house and dog of his very own. He is sent to work with fishermen. He finally sees his dream within reach. When he rescues a Newfoundland dog (he names Thunder) in the middle of a terrible squall, he feel he has a place to call home at last. But when certain circumstances turn over Tom's world, what will happen?