{"title":"Caroline Tung Richmond","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Caroline Tung Richmond, an acclaimed author known for her engaging storytelling in children's and young adult fiction. Her works deftly weave historical context with compelling narratives, captivating readers of all ages. If you're searching for stories that are both educational and entertaining, Caroline Tung Richmond's collection is the perfect choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003eGreat or Nothing\u003c\/em\u003e, a unique retelling of the classic novel \u003cem\u003eLittle Women\u003c\/em\u003e, set during World War II. This collaborative effort, brimming with historical insight and emotional depth, provides a fresh perspective on a beloved tale, making it an enriching experience for young adult readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother gem is \u003cem\u003eHungry Hearts\u003c\/em\u003e, an anthology to which Richmond contributes a touching story. The collection features diverse narratives centred around food and culture, celebrating the vibrancy of the immigrant experience. Richmond's contribution exquisitely highlights the power of food to bring people together, making it a standout in children's literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith her engaging writing style and ability to tackle complex themes with sensitivity, Caroline Tung Richmond's books are a delightful addition to any young reader's bookshelf. Dive into her stories and be prepared to embark on journeys through time and across cultures, all while enjoying the richness of her imaginative worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hungry-hearts-by-elsie-chapman-9781534421868","title":"Hungry Hearts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“A brilliant multicultural collection that reminds readers that stories about food are rarely just about the food alone.” —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA stunning collection of short stories about the intersection of family, culture, and food in the lives of teens, from bestselling and critically acclaimed authors, including Sandhya Menon, Anna-Marie McLemore, and Rin Chupeco.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA shy teenager attempts to express how she really feels through the pastries she makes at her family’s pasteleria. A tourist from Montenegro desperately seeks a magic soup dumpling that can cure his fear of death. An aspiring chef realises that butter and soul are the key ingredients to win a cooking competition that could win him the money to save his mother’s life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to Hungry Hearts Row, where the answers to most of life’s hard questions are kneaded, rolled, baked. Where a typical greeting is, “Have you had anything to eat?” Where magic and food and love are sometimes one and the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTold in interconnected short stories, \u003ci\u003eHungry Hearts\u003c\/i\u003e explores the many meanings food can take on beyond mere nourishment. It can symbolise love and despair, family and culture, belonging and home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46531353149676,"sku":"9781534421868","price":42.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8468823482734.jpg?v=1749275298"},{"product_id":"great-or-nothing-by-caroline-tung-richmond-9780593372623","title":"Great or Nothing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reimagining of \u003cem\u003eLittle Women\u003c\/em\u003e set in 1942, when the United States is suddenly embroiled in the Second World War, this story, told from each March sister's point of view, is one of grief, love, and self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the fall of 1942, the United States is still reeling from the attack on Pearl Harbor. While the US starts sending troops to the front, the March family of Concord, Massachusetts, grieves their own enormous loss—the death of daughter Beth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the strain of their grief, Beth's remaining sisters fracture, each going their own way, with Jo nursing her wounds and building planes in Connecticut, Meg holding down the home front with Marmee, and Amy living a secret life as a Red Cross volunteer in London—the same city where one Mr. Theodore Laurence is stationed as an army pilot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach March sister's point of view is written by a separate author, three in prose and Beth's in verse, still holding the family together from beyond the grave. Woven together, these threads tell a story of finding one's way in a world undergoing catastrophic change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46545194844396,"sku":"9780593372623","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6716023482399.jpg?v=1749798620"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/caroline-tung-richmond.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}