Kitt Thomas

Step into the shoes of Macy, a third grader who just stayed up way past her bedtime to finish the first book of The Mighty Zora series. You know that feeling when you cannot wait to grab the next book? Macy certainly does. But when she arrives at her school library the next morning, she finds a locked door and a sign announcing sudden budget cuts. To make matters more complicated, her father is traveling to Montgomery, Alabama, to share a powerful poem about civil rights, leaving Macy to figure out this giant problem on her own. With a little encouragement from hidden poems her father left behind, support from her mom, and the help of her fellow classmates, Macy realizes she has a voice that deserves to be heard. You will cheer her on as she learns exactly what it means to advocate for her community and fight for the library she loves. Discover how one young girl transforms into a mighty leader in this heartwarming and humorous story.

Stacey is a little girl who absolutely loves words. She loves reading them in big books, sounding them out, and finding comfort in them when her days are hard. But when her teacher chooses her to compete in the local spelling bee, Stacey isn't as excited as she thought she would be. Suddenly, her mind is filled with worries. What if she messes up on stage? Or worse, what if she can't bring herself to speak up at all, just like when she faces the bullies at school? As the big day approaches, Stacey must dig deep to find her courage. She will soon learn that whether you win or lose, your words are incredibly powerful. Sometimes, the most important word of all is perseverance. Based on the author's own childhood, this inspiring story shows you how to stand tall, use your voice, and never give up on yourself.