Alice-Miranda In New York 5 (25 page)

Authors: Jacqueline Harvey

Tags: #Child fiction

Jacqueline Harvey has spent her working life teaching in girls' boarding schools. She's never had an art lesson at the Met but she has come across quite a few girls who remind her a little of Alice-Miranda.

Jacqueline has published eight novels for young readers. Her first picture book,
The Sound of the Sea
, was awarded Honour Book in the 2006 CBC Awards. She is currently working on Alice-Miranda's next adventure.

For more about Jacqueline and Alice-Miranda, go to:

www.alice-miranda.com

and

www.jacquelineharvey.com.au

Praise for the Alice-Miranda series

Alice-Miranda at School
was shortlisted for the 2011 Australian Peace Literature Award.

âAlice-Miranda has a beguiling ability to enchant those around her and an enthusiasm for helping people in need. This new series, with its sprightly, resilient heroine, who is sweet without being cloying, offers readers a lively blend of humour and intrigue.'
Kirkus Reviews

âAlice-Miranda's optimism and determination is infectious. An immediately lovable character that young girls are going to want to be or be with.' Deborah Abela, bestselling author of
Max Remy

âWhat's the worst thing about reviewing kids' books? When you find a book so enchanting that you want to ignore your own child to keep reading it! A modern story with a touch of the classics about it.' Megan Blandford, Kids' Book Review blog

âFull of humour and with very likeable characters, this book sets a benchmark for a fantastic new series.' Donella Reed, Read Plus blog

âAlice-Miranda is a powerhouse of positive thinking, a problem solver and a friend to all â she's quite simply unstoppable.'
Maitland Mercury

âIt is a welcome change to read about a small child who changes adults' lives
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. even though she never changes, everyone around her does, for the better.'
Sydney's Child

âHer generosity of spirit, enthusiasm and ultra well-heeled practicality endear her to the reader.' Katharine England,
Adelaide Advertiser

âA great book for ages 6 and up.' Kate O'Donnell,
Magpies Magazine

âEver since reading the first Alice-Miranda book, I've been dying to read the second book. Finally, here it is, and I love itÂ .Â .Â . Now I want the third book.' Matilda Murrihy (11 years),
Herald Sun

âAlice-Miranda's energy and love of life permeate every page and draw the reader into a lively, escapist narrative that celebrates friendship and believing the best of people
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Harvey is a writer confident in her voice, her characters and her story.' NSW Association for Gifted and Talented Children website

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Author: Harvey, Jacqueline