Erica S. Perl

Sara Blum lives a peaceful, happy life with her parents in a beautiful French village. She goes to school, dreams about the future, and feels completely safe. But her entire world collapses when enemy soldiers occupy her country during World War II. Because she is Jewish, Sara is separated from her parents and forced to hide in total secrecy just to stay alive. Her only hope comes from Julien, a classmate that Sara and her friends used to cruelly ignore. Julien and his family risk everything they have to hide Sara in their barn. As they spend countless hours together in the dark, they create a secret, magical world filled with imagination and hope. You will watch a powerful bond grow between them as they protect each other from the terrifying danger just outside the door. You will experience a gripping story about the ultimate power of compassion. You will learn that even in the absolute darkest of times, unrelenting courage and a brave heart can spark light, change lives, and offer a path to survival.

Billy the Kid, a French bulldog with a nose for country music, lands in Nashville dreaming of stardom. When the Battle of the Bow‑wows turns rough, bullies try to silence his bark, but Billy finds a chorus of new friends and the encouragement of a famous singer to keep his tail wagging. With catchy songs and bright illustrations, the story shows how confidence, kindness, and a little rhythm can turn a shy pup into a star. Young readers hear the beat of perseverance and the joy of standing up to anyone who tries to dim their shine.