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October, October: WINNER OF THE YOTO CARNEGIE MEDAL 2022, authored by the acclaimed Katya Balen, invites you into a mesmerizing tale where nature and emotion entwine in perfect harmony.
This award-winning narrative, also honored with the Yoto Carnegie Shadowers' Choice Award 2022, has captured the hearts of readers and critics alike, praised by notable publications such as The Times and The Scotsman as a modern classic.
Follow the journey of a young girl named October, who blossoms in an untamed environment alongside her father. Their idyllic life is enriched by the sounds of the forest, until her eleventh year brings unexpected challenges. In this pivotal moment, October:
Through Katya Balen’s beautifully evocative prose, readers are drawn into October's courageous struggle as she seeks to preserve her wild spirit amid the chaos of new responsibilities and relationships. This narrative is a soul-stirring exploration of growth, resilience, and the breathtaking beauty of untamed life.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of October, October—a story that resonates deeply with anyone who has ever longed for freedom and connection, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page is turned.
ISBN: | 9781526601933 |
Author: | Katya Balen |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Bloomsbury Childrens Books |
Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Dimensions: | 130 x 197 x 26 mm |
Publication Date: | 30 September, 2021 |
Pagination: | 304 pages |
Weight: | 270g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’