Told in verse from the alternating perspectives of Hannah and Cal, this is a story of two cousins who are more alike than they realize and the family they both want to save.

Humor and stories might be his defense mechanism, but if Cal doesn't let his walls down soon, he might push away the very people who are trying their best to love him. Watching Sara struggle with school, friends and trying to fit in is heartbreaking and real. Sara and the Search for Normal by Wesley King In this prequel to OCDaniel, we learn more about Sara and how she comes to think of herself as a Star Child. With her first middle grade novel, Hopkins hits a home run. For his part, Cal is trying his hardest to fit in, but not everyone is as appreciative of his unique sense of humor and storytelling gifts as he is. A carefully nuanced story about a finding family and friends when you least expect them. Prolific author Ellen Hopkins is known for her young adult books that deal with tough subjects especially drugs and the horrendous damage they can do to families and the lives of those who are caught in their tantalizing web. She knows that Cal went through a lot after his mom died and she is trying to be patient, but most days Hannah just wishes Cal never moved in. Cal tells half-truths and tall tales, pranks Hannah constantly, and seems to be the reason her parents are fighting more and more. But when her cousin Cal moves in with her family, everything changes. The narrator is also a protagonist quickly becomes a your favorite storyteller ever. Ellen Hopkins, does it again with an immersive story with very provocative characters. Ellen Hopkins (Goodreads Author) (shelved 1 time as poems-by-ellen-hopkins) avg rating 4.32 2,205 ratings published 2020. She has two supportive parents, she's popular at school, and she's been killing it at gymnastics. Closer to Nowhere By: Ellen Hopkins Narrated by: Dan Bittner, Brittany Pressley Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins Unabridged Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 32. For the most part, Hannah's life is just how she wants it.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Ellen Hopkins's poignant middle grade novel in verse about coming to terms with indelible truths of family and belonging.

Closer to nowhere by ellen hopkins