About The Books - Holly Goldberg Sloan (2024)

Pieces of Blue

When Paul Hill drowns in a surfing accident, his broken-hearted wife, Lindsey, and their three children are left in huge financial trouble. Once Paul’s life insurance finally comes through, Lindsey impulsively uses the money to buy a charmingly ramshackle motel in Hawai’i, hoping for a fresh start. Teenage Olivia quickly develops a crush on a handsome but monosyllabic skateboarder. Twelve-year-old Carlos reinvents himself as a popular kid named Carl. And Sena, the youngest, will do whatever it takes to protect her beloved motel chickens.

But while the kids adjust, Lindsey is flailing, trying to pretend she knows how to bring a motel—and herself—back to life. Then a stranger rolls into the motel parking lot, and she’s surprised to feel a long-dormant part of herself stirring. She accepts his offer to help, unaware that he may have secrets of his own. And all the while, out in the Pacific, the trade winds are fiercely blowing.

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The Elephant in the Room

It’s been almost a year since Sila’s mother traveled halfway around the world to Turkey, hoping to secure the immigration paperwork that would allow her to return to her family in the United States.

The long separation is almost impossible for Sila to withstand. But things change when Sila accompanies her father (who is a mechanic) outside their Oregon town to fix a truck. There, behind an enormous stone wall, she meets a grandfatherly man who only months before won the state lottery. Their new alliance leads to the rescue of a circus elephant named Veda, and then to a friendship with an unusual boy named Mateo, proving that comfort and hope come in the most unlikely of places.

A moving story of family separation and the importance of the connection between animals and humans.

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Short

Julia is very short for her age and this is the summer she gets cast as a munchkin in a production of The Wizard of Oz. She hasn’t ever thought of herself as a performer, but as Julia becomes friendly with the poised and wise Olive – an adult with dwarfism who doesn’t let her size define her – and with a deeply artistic neighbor named Mrs. Chang, she finds that she may not be as tall as everyone else, but she more than deserves to hold her head high.

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To Night Owl From Dogfish

Avery and Bett live in different cities.They like different things.They have opposite personalities.

They have nothing in common.Except…

Avery and Bett both have single dads whohave started dating each other.Nowtheir dads want to send them to summer camp.Together.

What could go wrong?

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To Nightowl From Dogfish

Julia is very short for her age and this is the summer she gets cast as a munchkin in a production of The Wizard of Oz. She hasn’t ever thought of herself as a performer, but as Julia becomes friendly with the poised and wise Olive – an adult with dwarfism who doesn’t let her size define her – and with a deeply artistic neighbor named Mrs. Chang, she finds that she may not be as tall as everyone else, but she more than deserves to hold her head high.

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Counting by 7s

Counting By 7s is the story of Willow Chance, a twelve-year-old girl who has been identified at an early age as ‘gifted’. Willow lives in Bakersfield, California and comes home from school one day to the news that her parents have been killed in a traffic accident.

What follows is Willow’s search to find a place where she belongs.

In equal parts an exploration of the pain of loss and of the triumph of moving forward, the novel looks at how one person can change the lives of many, often without even trying.

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Appleblossom the Possum

Mama has trained up her baby possums in the ways of their breed, and now it’s time for all of them–-even little Appleblossom–to make their way in the world. Appleblossom knows the rules: she must never be seen during the day, and she must avoid cars, humans, and the dreaded hairies (sometimes known as dogs). Even so, Appleblossom decides to spy on a human family and accidentally falls down their chimney! The curious Appleblossom, her faithful brothers who launch a hilarious rescue mission and even the little girl in the house have no idea how fascinating the big world can be. But they’re about to find out!

With dynamic illustrations, a tight-knit family, and a glimpse at the world from a charming little marsupial’s point of view, this cozy animal story is a perfect read-aloud and classic in the making.

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Just Call My Name

Emily Bell has it all. She’s in love with a boy named Sam Border, and his little brother has become part of her family. This summer is des- tined to be the best time of their lives–until a charismatic new girl in town sets her sights on Sam.

Now Emily finds herself questioning the loyalty of the person she trusts most. But the biggest threat to her happiness is someone she never saw coming. Sam’s criminally insane father, whom everyone thought they’d finally left behind, is planning a jailbreak. And he knows exactly where to find Emily and his sons when he escapes.

The happily-ever-after of Holly Goldberg Sloan’s acclaimed debut I’ll Be There is turned on its head in this riveting, emotional drama about friends, enemies and how those roles can shift in a matter of moments.

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I’ll Be There

Raised by an unstable father who keeps the family constantly on the move, Sam Border hasn’t been in a classroom since the second grade. He’s always been the rock for his younger brother Riddle, who stopped speaking long ago and instead makes sense of the world through his strange and intricate drawings. It’s said that the two boys speak with one voice –and that voice is Sam’s.

Then, Sam meets Emily Bell, and everything changes. The two share an immediate and intense attraction, and soon Sam and Riddle find themselves welcomed into the Bell’s home. Faced with normalcy for the first time, they know it’s too good to last.

Told from multiple perspectives,I’ll Be There offers readers fresh voices and a gripping story, with vivid glimpses into the lives of many unique characters. It is a story about connections both big and small, and deftly explores the many ways that our lives are woven together.

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What are some interesting facts about Holly Goldberg Sloan? ›

She was the first woman to direct a live action film for Disney when she both wrote and directed the soccer film The Big Green (1995). Sloan followed this up when she wrote and directed the independent film The Secret Life of Girls which debuted at the Seattle film Festival.

What is I'll Be There by Holly Goldberg Sloan about? ›

This is the story of two boys, Sam and Riddle, raising themselves because their mentally ill father can't. It's about what happens when you connect with people. And how we are all connected and how the choices we make send ripples out across the world.

What kind of books does Holly Goldberg Sloan write? ›

Holly Goldberg Sloan | Author of Young Adult Fiction.

What reading level is short by Holly Goldberg Sloan? ›

Short by Holly Goldberg Sloan, 296 pp, RL 4.

What are some fun facts about Goldberg? ›

Bill Goldberg
  • While filming Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003), he intimidated Brendan Fraser so much that Fraser was terrified by having to hit him. ...
  • Ended Bret Hart's wrestling career when he botched a kick to Bret's head, giving Bret a concussion.
  • Has a degree in psychology from the University of Georgia.

What is a fact about Holly Jackson? ›

Holly Jackson has sold in over 40 languages, and has sold millions of copies both here and in the US, and around the world. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder was a Sunday Times and NY Times no. 1 bestseller and the series has spent over a year on the NYT bestseller list.

How many movies has Holly Goldberg Sloan written? ›

Holly has written eight successful family feature films, three for the Walt Disney Company, including the baseball classic Angels in the Outfield, and the soccer movie, The Big Green, which she also directed (filmed in Austin, Texas).

Is All I Ever Want Is You Based on a true story? ›

"All I ever want is you" is a true story of discovering love and passion that will keep you engaging till the end.. 👉I just loved the character of Alisha ❤️ writer have portrayed in book. As being a debut novel, the book was exceptionally well written.

What is the synopsis of Short Holly Goldberg Sloan? ›

Julia is very short for her age, but by the end of the summer run of The Wizard of Oz, she'll realize how big she is inside, where it counts. She hasn't ever thought of herself as a performer, but when the wonderful director of Oz casts her as a Munchkin, she begins to see herself in a new way.

What genre is the elephant in the room by Holly Goldberg Sloan? ›

What awards did Holly Goldberg Sloane win? ›

Santa Monica Canyon, Calif- based author Holly Goldberg Sloan was honored with a Christopher Award for The Elephant in the Room, (Dial Books for Young Readers/Penguin Random House), for children aged 10 and up. It is one of 12 books for adults and young people recognized as the #ChristopherAwards mark their 73rd year.

Where did Holly Goldberg Sloane live? ›

Holly Goldberg Sloan was born in Michigan, USA and spent her childhood living in the Netherlands, Istanbul and various parts of the USA. She has written and directed a number of successful family feature films. The mother of two sons, Holly lives with her husband in Santa Monica, California.

What genre is I'll Be There by Holly Goldberg Sloan? ›

What grade is H in reading? ›

These Level H books, appropriate for readers in grades 1-2, are ideal for both guided and independent reading.

What grade reads level G? ›

A diverse variety of fiction and nonfiction books for your Guided Reading library for grades 1-2.

What are some fun facts about Holly Webb? ›

Holly has written over 130 books, spanning picture books, chapter books and middle-grade fiction. Her work has been translated into over 30 languages, and in Russia she is the best-selling English language author, outselling JK Rowling. Holly lives in Berkshire, with her husband and three children.

What are some interesting facts about Birdsill Holly Jr? ›

Birdsill Holly, Jr.

Birdsill Holly invented a system to supply water to cities without reservoirs or standpipes, and to extinguish fires through a system of hydrants that eliminated the need to equip fire engines with water tanks. Holly was born in Auburn, New York, where his common school education ended at age eight.

What are some fun facts about American hollies? ›

American Holly, a symbol of Christmas, provides food and shelter for wildlife, has medicinal properties, and is resistant to pests and diseases. It's a popular choice for hedges and bonsai cultivation. American Holly, the state tree of Delaware, has unique spiny leaves, toxic berries, and valuable wood.

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