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An Association of Jewish Libraries Sydney Taylor Award Winner
Winner of the National Jewish Book Award for Children’s and Young Adult Literature
“Schlitz has crafted another exquisite literary gem, one told entirely via Joan’s vivid, humorous, and emotionally resonant diary entries.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Fourteen-year-old Joan Skraggs, just like the heroines in her beloved novels, yearns for real life and true love. Over the summer of 1911, Joan pours her heart and her hope out into her diary — because maybe, just maybe, a hired girl cleaning and cooking for six dollars a week can become what a farm girl could only dream of: a woman with a future. Newbery Medalist Laura Amy Schlitz brings her delicious wit and keen eye to early twentieth-century America in a moving yet comedic tour de force, available in paperback.
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The Hired Girl is a captivating and award-winning historical fiction novel that will transport readers back to the summer of 1911. Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award and the National Jewish Book Award, this compelling story follows fourteen-year-old Joan Skraggs as she navigates the complexities of love, dreams, and the pursuit of a better future.
Written in the form of Joan's diary entries, author Laura Amy Schlitz creates a truly immersive experience for readers. With vivid descriptions and a touch of humor, the pages come alive as Joan pours her heart out while working as a hired girl for just six dollars a week.
For those who appreciate historical fiction that beautifully captures the essence of a bygone era, The Hired Girl is a literary gem that should not be missed. As Publishers Weekly raves, Schlitz's storytelling is masterful, allowing readers to truly connect with the emotions and struggles of the protagonist.
Now available in paperback, The Hired Girl is a must-read for fans of Laura Amy Schlitz and anyone looking for a moving and comedic tour de force set in early twentieth-century America. Discover the captivating story of Joan Skraggs and her quest for a brighter future. Get your copy of The Hired Girl now!
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