{"product_id":"9781250306869","title":"Wishtree (Special Edition) : Adult Edition","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eWishtree (Special Edition)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Katherine Applegate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA special edition for adults of Katherine Applegate's \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e-bestselling novel about an oak tree and a crow who help their neighbors embrace their differences.  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eTrees can't tell jokes, but they can certainly tell stories. . . .\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed is an oak tree who is many rings old. Red is the neighborhood \"wishtree\"—people write their wishes on pieces of cloth and tie them to Red's branches. Along with a crow named Bongo and other animals who seek refuge in Red's hollows, this wishtree watches over the neighborhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen a new family moves in, not everyone is welcoming, and Red's experience as a wishtree is more important than ever. With a message of inclusion for dreamers and welcomers, this is a book for our lives and times.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A beautifully written, morally bracing story that will leave its imprint on a reader of any age.\"\u003c\/b\u003e —\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ewishtree:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e BESTSELLER!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Notable Book, 2017\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA National Public Radio Best Book of 2017\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003eBestseller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e Best Book of 2017\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2017\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e Best Book of 2017\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle\u003c\/i\u003e 2017 Gift Guide \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e 2017 Gift Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAutumn 2017 Kids’ Indie Next List \"Top Pick\" Title\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinner, E.B. White Read Aloud Award \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e2018 ALSC\/ALA Notable Children's Book \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A beautifully written, morally bracing story that will leave its imprint on a reader of any age.\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"The simplicity of Newbery Medalist Applegate’s graceful novel contrasts powerfully with the prejudice it confronts. \u003c\/b\u003eNarration comes from Red, an enormous red oak near an elementary school that also serves as a “wishtree” for the neighborhood—once a year, residents deposit wishes in Red’s branches and hollows....Red’s openhearted voice and generosity of spirit bring perspective gained over centuries of observation. \u003cb\u003eIt’s a distinctive call for kindness, delivered by an unforgettable narrator.\u003c\/b\u003e\"--\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Applegate introduces another quiet, resilient protagonist who -- like the caged gorilla in \u003ci\u003eThe One and Only Ivan\u003c\/i\u003e and the working-class boy in \u003ci\u003eCrenshaw\u003c\/i\u003e -- \u003cb\u003espeaks movingly to a noisy, fractious world\u003c\/b\u003e. -- \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"\u003c\/b\u003eThe story’s wit and humor keep it from being heavy-handed, as do vivid portrayals of minor characters, especially Bongo, the sarcastic crow who is Red’s best friend. \u003cb\u003eThis is a book made for family sharing and discussion.\u003c\/b\u003e\"-\u003ci\u003e-Raleigh News \u0026amp; Observer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Timely, necessary, and brimming with heart.\"\u003c\/b\u003e-- \u003ci\u003eBooklist,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Newbery Award–winning author Applegate meets high expectations in this tale told by a tree named Red, a red oak who is “two hundred and sixteen rings old.” ... \u003cb\u003eAnother stunning effort from Applegate.\u003c\/b\u003e This thoughtful read is a top choice for middle graders.\"--\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This swiftly moving yet contemplative read is great for early middle grade, reluctant or tentative readers, or precocious younger students. \u003cb\u003eA deceptively simple, tender tale in which respect, resilience, and hope triumph.\u003c\/b\u003e\"--\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This gentle yet powerful book is suitable for all ages...and \u003cb\u003eits message remains more vital than ever.\u003c\/b\u003e\"--\u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Inspires hope for positive change.\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for a powerful classroom read, Wishtree is another winner for Applegate.\"--\u003ci\u003eVoices of Youth Advocates,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e________\u003cbr\u003ePraise for \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCrenshaw\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This \u003cb\u003eaccessible and moving\u003c\/b\u003e novel demonstrates how the creative resilience of a child’s mind can soften difficult situations, while exploring the intersection of imagination and truth.\" —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A \u003cb\u003ecompelling and unflinchingly honest\u003c\/b\u003e treatment of a difficult topic.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The tone is warm and, occasionally, quirkily funny, but it doesn’t sugarcoat the effects of hunger and vulnerability.\" —\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong-listed NPR Best Book of the Year (2017), Long-listed Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year (2017), Long-listed Washington Post Best Books of the Year (2017), Long-listed Amazon.com Best Books of the Year (2017), Long-listed CPL: Chicago Public Library Best of the Best (2017), Long-listed NYTBR Notable Children's BOTY (2017), Winner ABC E.B. 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