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"Find yourself. Find your place. Find your brave. This uplifting tale, which award-winning author Leslie Connor dubbed ""a perfectly paced journey of the heart"" is perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Cyrus Olson's dad is a hero--Northfield's former football star and now one of their finest firefighters. Everyone expects Cyrus to follow in his dad's record-breaking footsteps, and he wishes they were right--except he's never been brave like that. But this year, with the help of a stray dog, a few new friends, a little bit of rhythm, and a lot of nerve, he may just discover that actually...he is. Lauded as ""remarkable"" by the New York Times Book Review, Lindsey Stoddard's heartfelt stories continue to garner critical acclaim, and her latest novel will have fans new and old rooting for Cyrus and Parker's special bond and the courage it helps them both to find."

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A heartrending and compassionate read about how standing up for something can help you stand up for yourself.--Lesa Cline-Ransome A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family. --School Library Journal Stoddard excels at low-key atmosphere and characterization. Rain's an admirably strong and sensitive heroine, and her approach to a tough transition will appeal to many readers. --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books This exploration of courage has a good strong heart-beat: both in terms of compassion and suspense. --Newbery award winning author Laura Amy Schlitz Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer's, centers mental health, and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of family--what seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) This emotionally honest, sensitively written novel confronts a range of difficult topics and offers an inclusive view of what family can look like. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) Timely, well-integrated themes, a vibrant setting, and well-drawn, likable characters make this a winner. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Lindsey Stoddard creates a highly relatable character in Cyrus Olson then puts him on a perfectly paced journey of the heart. Destination: the bravery to reveal his most authentic self to the people he loves. --Leslie Connor, author of The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle Praise for Right as Rain: This touching middle grade novel addresses the heartache of loss while also providing an insightful, accessible introduction to privilege, homelessness, and gentrification. Honest, gut-wrenching, and hopeful, this is a story about letting people in and discovering you're a part of something larger. --School Library Journal (starred review) PRAISE FOR Just Like Jackie: I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family. --Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax Family, love, loyalty, friendship, and bravery are tested in this small-town narrative. A great novel for any tween learning to find their own voice. --Booklist Help comes from surprising directions in this moving, character-driven tale. With a strong, never-preachy anti-bullying message, this one scores a touchdown. --Kirkus Reviews Stoddard has written a beautiful story about a resilient girl many readers will be able to relate to, and she gently hits on tough topics, such as death and divorce, in a tender and truthful manner. --Booklist Heartfelt and triumphant. Cyrus's journey toward self-acceptance will inspire readers of all ages. --School Library Journal (starred review) Stoddard has a knack for writing strong, feisty protagonists [and] her exploration of grief's grip on a family rings true and tender. A remarkable job. --New York Times Book Review A coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich, rewarding read. --John David Anderson, author of Ms. Bixby's Last Day As close to perfect as a book for middle-grade children can get! Readers will cheer for Robbie as she comes to terms with the family she has and finds the family she needs. --Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck A story about scratching the surface (and welcoming what you find below). It's also a lovely story of acceptance - about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences. --Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain Reign

Help comes from surprising directions in this moving, character-driven tale. With a strong, never-preachy anti-bullying message, this one scores a touchdown. --Kirkus Reviews A heartrending and compassionate read about how standing up for something can help you stand up for yourself. --Lesa Cline-Ransome A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family. --School Library Journal Stoddard excels at low-key atmosphere and characterization. Rain's an admirably strong and sensitive heroine, and her approach to a tough transition will appeal to many readers. --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Stoddard has written a beautiful story about a resilient girl many readers will be able to relate to, and she gently hits on tough topics, such as death and divorce, in a tender and truthful manner. --Booklist This exploration of courage has a good strong heart-beat: both in terms of compassion and suspense. --Newbery award winning author Laura Amy Schlitz PRAISE FOR Just Like Jackie I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family. --Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax Praise for Right as Rain This touching middle grade novel addresses the heartache of loss while also providing an insightful, accessible introduction to privilege, homelessness, and gentrification. Honest, gut-wrenching, and hopeful, this is a story about letting people in and discovering you're a part of something larger. --School Library Journal (starred review) A story about scratching the surface (and welcoming what you find below). It's also a lovely story of acceptance - about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences. --Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain Reign As close to perfect as a book for middle-grade children can get! Readers will cheer for Robbie as she comes to terms with the family she has and finds the family she needs. --Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck A coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich, rewarding read. --John David Anderson, author of Ms. Bixby's Last Day Timely, well-integrated themes, a vibrant setting, and well-drawn, likable characters make this a winner. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) This emotionally honest, sensitively written novel confronts a range of difficult topics and offers an inclusive view of what family can look like. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer's, centers mental health, and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of family--what seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Lindsey Stoddard creates a highly relatable character in Cyrus Olson then puts him on a perfectly paced journey of the heart. Destination: the bravery to reveal his most authentic self to the people he loves. --Leslie Connor, author of The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle Stoddard has a knack for writing strong, feisty protagonists [and] her exploration of grief's grip on a family rings true and tender. A remarkable job. --New York Times Book Review

Family, love, loyalty, friendship, and bravery are tested in this small-town narrative. A great novel for any tween learning to find their own voice. -- Booklist Heartfelt and triumphant. Cyrus's journey toward self-acceptance will inspire readers of all ages. -- School Library Journal (starred review) Help comes from surprising directions in this moving, character-driven tale. With a strong, never-preachy anti-bullying message, this one scores a touchdown. -- Kirkus Reviews A heartrending and compassionate read about how standing up for something can help you stand up for yourself. -- Lesa Cline-Ransome Lindsey Stoddard creates a highly relatable character in Cyrus Olson then puts him on a perfectly paced journey of the heart. Destination: the bravery to reveal his most authentic self to the people he loves. -- Leslie Connor, author of The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle This exploration of courage has a good strong heart-beat: both in terms of compassion and suspense. -- Newbery award winning author Laura Amy Schlitz Praise for Right as Rain: This touching middle grade novel addresses the heartache of loss while also providing an insightful, accessible introduction to privilege, homelessness, and gentrification. Honest, gut-wrenching, and hopeful, this is a story about letting people in and discovering you're a part of something larger. -- School Library Journal (starred review) Timely, well-integrated themes, a vibrant setting, and well-drawn, likable characters make this a winner. -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Stoddard has a knack for writing strong, feisty protagonists [and] her exploration of grief's grip on a family rings true and tender. A remarkable job. -- New York Times Book Review Stoddard excels at low-key atmosphere and characterization. Rain's an admirably strong and sensitive heroine, and her approach to a tough transition will appeal to many readers. -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Stoddard has written a beautiful story about a resilient girl many readers will be able to relate to, and she gently hits on tough topics, such as death and divorce, in a tender and truthful manner. -- Booklist PRAISE FOR Just Like Jackie: I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family. -- Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax A story about scratching the surface (and welcoming what you find below). It's also a lovely story of acceptance - about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences. -- Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain Reign As close to perfect as a book for middle-grade children can get! Readers will cheer for Robbie as she comes to terms with the family she has and finds the family she needs. -- Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck A coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich, rewarding read. -- John David Anderson, author of Ms. Bixby's Last Day Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer's, centers mental health, and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of family--what seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration. -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) This emotionally honest, sensitively written novel confronts a range of difficult topics and offers an inclusive view of what family can look like. -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family. -- School Library Journal

This exploration of courage has a good strong heart-beat: both in terms of compassion and suspense. --Newbery award winning author Laura Amy Schlitz Stoddard excels at low-key atmosphere and characterization. Rain's an admirably strong and sensitive heroine, and her approach to a tough transition will appeal to many readers. --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family. --School Library Journal Stoddard has a knack for writing strong, feisty protagonists [and] her exploration of grief's grip on a family rings true and tender. A remarkable job. --New York Times Book Review Stoddard has written a beautiful story about a resilient girl many readers will be able to relate to, and she gently hits on tough topics, such as death and divorce, in a tender and truthful manner. --Booklist A heartrending and compassionate read about how standing up for something can help you stand up for yourself. --Lesa Cline-Ransome Lindsey Stoddard creates a highly relatable character in Cyrus Olson then puts him on a perfectly paced journey of the heart. Destination: the bravery to reveal his most authentic self to the people he loves. --Leslie Connor, author of The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle This emotionally honest, sensitively written novel confronts a range of difficult topics and offers an inclusive view of what family can look like. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) A coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich, rewarding read. --John David Anderson, author of Ms. Bixby's Last Day A story about scratching the surface (and welcoming what you find below). It's also a lovely story of acceptance - about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences. --Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain Reign Praise for Right as Rain This touching middle grade novel addresses the heartache of loss while also providing an insightful, accessible introduction to privilege, homelessness, and gentrification. Honest, gut-wrenching, and hopeful, this is a story about letting people in and discovering you're a part of something larger. --School Library Journal (starred review) Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer's, centers mental health, and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of family--what seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) As close to perfect as a book for middle-grade children can get! Readers will cheer for Robbie as she comes to terms with the family she has and finds the family she needs. --Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck PRAISE FOR Just Like Jackie I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family. --Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax Timely, well-integrated themes, a vibrant setting, and well-drawn, likable characters make this a winner. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

This exploration of courage has a good strong heart-beat: both in terms of compassion and suspense. --Newbery award winning author Laura Amy Schlitz Stoddard has a knack for writing strong, feisty protagonists [and] her exploration of grief's grip on a family rings true and tender. A remarkable job. --New York Times Book Review Stoddard has written a beautiful story about a resilient girl many readers will be able to relate to, and she gently hits on tough topics, such as death and divorce, in a tender and truthful manner. --Booklist Stoddard excels at low-key atmosphere and characterization. Rain's an admirably strong and sensitive heroine, and her approach to a tough transition will appeal to many readers. --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family. --School Library Journal Lindsey Stoddard creates a highly relatable character in Cyrus Olson then puts him on a perfectly paced journey of the heart. Destination: the bravery to reveal his most authentic self to the people he loves. --Leslie Connor, author of The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle This emotionally honest, sensitively written novel confronts a range of difficult topics and offers an inclusive view of what family can look like. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer's, centers mental health, and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of family--what seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich, rewarding read. --John David Anderson, author of Ms. Bixby's Last Day As close to perfect as a book for middle-grade children can get! Readers will cheer for Robbie as she comes to terms with the family she has and finds the family she needs. --Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck A story about scratching the surface (and welcoming what you find below). It's also a lovely story of acceptance - about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences. --Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain Reign Timely, well-integrated themes, a vibrant setting, and well-drawn, likable characters make this a winner. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Praise for Right as Rain This touching middle grade novel addresses the heartache of loss while also providing an insightful, accessible introduction to privilege, homelessness, and gentrification. Honest, gut-wrenching, and hopeful, this is a story about letting people in and discovering you're a part of something larger. --School Library Journal (starred review) PRAISE FOR Just Like Jackie I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family. --Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax

This exploration of courage has a good strong heart-beat: both in terms of compassion and suspense. --Newbery award winning author Laura Amy Schlitz Stoddard has a knack for writing strong, feisty protagonists [and] her exploration of grief's grip on a family rings true and tender. A remarkable job. --New York Times Book Review Stoddard excels at low-key atmosphere and characterization. Rain's an admirably strong and sensitive heroine, and her approach to a tough transition will appeal to many readers. --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Stoddard has written a beautiful story about a resilient girl many readers will be able to relate to, and she gently hits on tough topics, such as death and divorce, in a tender and truthful manner. --Booklist A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family. --School Library Journal Lindsey Stoddard creates a highly relatable character in Cyrus Olson then puts him on a perfectly paced journey of the heart. Destination: the bravery to reveal his most authentic self to the people he loves. First rate; first locker! --Leslie Connor, author of The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle This emotionally honest, sensitively written novel confronts a range of difficult topics and offers an inclusive view of what family can look like. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer's, centers mental health, and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of family--what seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich, rewarding read. --John David Anderson, author of Ms. Bixby's Last Day As close to perfect as a book for middle-grade children can get! Readers will cheer for Robbie as she comes to terms with the family she has and finds the family she needs. --Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck A story about scratching the surface (and welcoming what you find below). It's also a lovely story of acceptance - about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences. --Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain Reign PRAISE FOR Just Like Jackie I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family. --Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax Timely, well-integrated themes, a vibrant setting, and well-drawn, likable characters make this a winner. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Praise for Right as Rain This touching middle grade novel addresses the heartache of loss while also providing an insightful, accessible introduction to privilege, homelessness, and gentrification. Honest, gut-wrenching, and hopeful, this is a story about letting people in and discovering you're a part of something larger. --School Library Journal (starred review)

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Lindsey Stoddard was born and raised in Vermont. She spent twelve years living in NYC and taught middle school English at MS 324 in the neighborhood of Washington Heights. She recently moved back to Vermont with her husband and two children. Right as Rain is her second novel, following the acclaimed Just Like Jackie.

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