Qin Leng

It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen is one of our greatest writers. But long before she penned famous novels, she was just an ordinary girl growing up in a house full of bustling siblings and massive bookshelves. Quiet and observant, young Jane loved to sit back and watch the people around her. She noticed how they talked, what they laughed about, and all their little quirks, locking those details away in her mind for safekeeping. Devouring every book in her father's library, she soon realized that the grand adventures and romances of the time were not the stories she wanted to tell. Jane decided to forge her own path. Using her sharp wit and brilliant observations, she began filling her writing box with words that would invent an entirely new kind of novel. This beautiful biography reveals how a clever girl found her voice and changed the world of literature forever.

Piper Chen loves nothing more than to sing! She sings to the bright morning sun, she sings to the moon, and she even sings to her stuffed animals. So, when her music teacher asks if she would like to sing a solo in the school's Spring Sing, Piper immediately shouts yes! But as the big concert gets closer, doubt and worry start to creep in. Suddenly, Piper feels like a massive dance party of butterflies is fluttering in her belly. Her confidence wavers, and she wonders if she can really perform in front of an audience. Thankfully, Piper's grandmother, Nai Nai, knows exactly what to do. Sharing their deep love of music, Nai Nai helps Piper understand her nervous feelings and teaches her how to turn those jitters into shining confidence. This heartwarming story is perfect for anyone who has ever needed a little courage to step into the spotlight.