Amil and the After illustrator-David Mckee In her first novel for

In her first novel for middle graders

Ages 3–6

a young girl discovers the joys—and pain—of the creative process

Befriended by the mermaids

face insecurities

Amil and the After illustrator-David Mckee In her first novel for*Signed Copies While Supplies Last!* A hopeful and heartwarming story about finding joy after tragedy, Amil and the After is a companion to the beloved and award winning Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary, by acclaimed author Veera HiranandaniAt the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and his family are trying to make a home in India, now independent of British rule. Both Muslim and Hindu, twelve year old Amil is not sure what home means anymore. The