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Talk to Me and Other Stories (Signature)

Talk to Me and Other Stories (Signature)

by Avi (Author)

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    Paperback 2000

    $12.85
Synopsis

In each of these superb 'soundbites', Avi's protagonist confronts an intensely personal issue - be it suicidal feelings, the death of a loved one or the pain of parental divorce - and in so doing sheds their childhood 'skin' for good. In one, Maria finally makes her peace with her missing older brother during a serious of one-sided conversations with a mysterious, silent caller. In another, Matt, whose reputation hinges on his 'bad boy' image, faces the possibility that he may actually be a 'good' boy underneath. Each compelling tale offers a dark and ironic twist, and reading this collection is like unwrapping a parcel to find a pearl of wisdom...

$12.85

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2 in stock

More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 156
 Publisher: Signature
Published: 15 Jun 2000
ISBN 10: 0340749652
ISBN 13: 9780340749654

Media Reviews
'another exceptional book'. -- BfK, May 2001 'these short stories are excellent in the manner in which the uncluttered style resonates with the humour and bleakness of life close to the edge... Highly recommended' -- Children's Books in Ireland, no.25, Winter 2000 'The language is beautifully simple and on level the narratives seem understand, but there's more than meets the eye.' -- TES, 6th October 2000
Author Bio
Born in New York, Avi is well-known for writing in many different voices, in a great variety of genres. Novels like the Beyond the Western Sea saga reflect his keen interest in history, whereas Tales From Dimwood Forest are whimsical animal adventures. When not at home in Denver, Colorado, Avi and his family retreat to the high Rocky Mountains, where they ski, hike and snow shoe their way through the wilderness ...