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Book Synopsis: 2011 National Book Award Finalist
As a fourteen-year-old who just moved to a new town, with no friends and a louse for an older brother, Doug Swieteck has all the stats stacked against him. So begins a coming-of-age masterwork full of equal parts comedy and tragedy from Newbery Honor winner Gary D. Schmidt.
As Doug struggles to be more than the “skinny thug” that his teachers and the police think him to be, he finds an unlikely ally in Lil Spicer—a fiery young lady who “smelled like daisies would smell if they were growing in a big field under a clearing sky after a rain.”
In Lil, Doug finds the strength to endure an abusive father, the suspicions of a whole town, and the return of his oldest brother, forever scarred, from Vietnam. Together, they find a safe haven in the local library, inspiration in learning about the plates of John James Audubon’s birds, and a hilarious adventure on a Broadway stage.
In this stunning novel, Schmidt expertly weaves multiple themes of loss and recovery in a story teeming with distinctive, unusual characters and invaluable lessons about love, creativity, and survival.
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Looking for a captivating coming-of-age story that will have you laughing and crying at the same time? Look no further than "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt. This National Book Award Finalist will transport you to a small town where fourteen-year-old Doug Swieteck struggles to find his place in a hostile environment.
Join Doug on his journey as he defies stereotypes and proves that he is more than just a "skinny thug." Along the way, he forms an unlikely friendship with Lil Spicer, a spirited girl who becomes his ally in the face of adversity.
In the midst of an abusive father, the judgment of an entire town, and the return of his wounded brother from Vietnam, Doug discovers solace and inspiration in the local library. Immersed in the world of John James Audubon's bird plates, he finds a much-needed escape and the strength to endure.
But "Okay for Now" is not just a tale of anguish and survival. It is also a story filled with hope, love, and laughter. Discover the power of friendship and the transformative magnitude of creativity as Doug and Lil embark on a hilarious adventure on a Broadway stage.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary novel that weaves together themes of loss, recovery, and the resilience of the human spirit. Order your copy of "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt today and let the characters and lessons within its pages leave an indelible mark on your heart.
Order 'Okay for Now' now and embark on an unforgettable journey of love, creativity, and survival.
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