Jamie Sumner creëert verhalen die de veerkracht en schoonheid in alle kinderen vieren. Als auteur van veelgeprezen jeugdromans en non-fictie boeken over ouderschap, brengt ze een uniek perspectief in haar schrijven. Voortbouwend op haar ervaring als moeder van een zoon met hersenverlamming, pleit Sumner voor de vertegenwoordiging van handicaps in de literatuur. Haar werk onderscheidt zich door de authentieke weergave van jeugdige stemmen en hun levens.
A young girl embarks on a transformative summer journey to conquer her anxiety, offering a heartfelt exploration of personal growth and resilience. Through her experiences, she learns valuable lessons about facing fears and embracing life’s challenges. This middle grade novel, praised for its hopeful message, resonates with readers navigating their own struggles.
A moving novel about a girl with a sensory processing disorder who has to find her own voice after her whole world turns upside down.
This big-hearted middle grade debut tells the story of an irrepressible girl with cerebral palsy whose life takes an unexpected turn when she moves to a new town.
The eagerly-anticipated sequel to Jamie Sumner's acclaimed and beloved novel Roll with It
From the acclaimed author of Roll with It and Tune It Out comes a funny and moving middle-grade novel about a boy who uses his unusual talent to try to fit in at his new school.
Franny's resolve to maintain stability in her life intensifies after her mother's car accident, as she fears a relapse that could shatter their already delicate existence. This poignant narrative explores themes of resilience and the complexities of familial love, showcasing Franny's determination to support her mother while navigating her own emotional challenges. Jamie Sumner crafts a heartfelt tale that delves into the struggles of coping with trauma and the strength found in vulnerability.
The story follows a girl undertaking a challenging marathon swim of 6 hours and 12 miles, motivated by the hope of reconnecting with her estranged mother. Through powerful verse, the narrative explores themes of longing, resilience, and the emotional journey of navigating family dynamics. As she battles the physical and emotional depths of her swim, the protagonist confronts her feelings of abandonment and strives for reconciliation.
In UNBOUND, JAMIE SUMNER helps women who are struggling with the pressures of motherhood find comfort, hope and companionship by detailing her own difficult journey and highlighting women of the Bible who triumphed in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.