Books by Renee Watson

From New York Times-bestselling and multi-award-winning author Renée Watson comes the start of a character-driven, young middle grade series starring a black girl and her relatable and lovable family'Without ever shying away from difficult topics such as racism and financial hardship, this is a positive, optimistic story. For readers who are going through tough or troubling times, this book will be a welcome dose of happiness' BookTrust Great Books Guide 2021Ryan Hart and her family live in Portland, Oregon, and her dad lost his job a while ago. He finally got a new one, but it pays less, and he'll have to work nights. And so they're selling the second car and moving to an (old) new house. The Harts are an everyfamily - a family with siblings who bicker, parents who don't always get it right, but a family that loves. A family working hard to make it in tough economic times, a family with traditions and culture, a family that tries new things. This is a black family growing up in middle class America.And Ryan is a girl who has much on her mind - school, family, friends, self-image - but who knows how to make sunshine out of setbacks. Packed with humour and heart alongside meaningful and thoughtful moments, Ryan Hart is the character everyone will want to be best friends with.

Some Places More Than Others by Renée Watson is a captivating book published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC in 2019. This book, which belongs to the genre of contemporary fiction, takes the readers on a journey of self-discovery and family history. The author, Renée Watson, beautifully weaves a story that is both heartwarming and thought-provoking. As you delve into the pages of this book, you will be transported to different places, each with its unique charm and significance. The book is a testament to Watson's storytelling prowess and her ability to create characters that are relatable and real. Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression on its readers.