Books with author Cushman

Into the fascinating, pungent setting of Blood and Bone Alley, home of leech, barber-surgeon, and apothecary, comes Matilda, raised by a priest to disdain worldly affairs and focus on spiritual matters. To Matilda's dismay, her work will not involve Latin or writing, but practical tasks: lighting the fire, going to market, mixing plasters and poultices, and helping Peg treat patients. She is appalled by the worldliness of her new surroundings, and the sharp-tongued saints she turns to for advice are no help at all. Filled with the witty dialogue and richly authentic detail that Karen Cushman’s work is known for, Matilda Bone is a compelling comic novel about a girl who learns to see herself and others clearly, to laugh, and to live contentedly in this world. Author’s note.

Mysteries can happen anytime, anywhere, as Inspector Hopper, the great grasshopper private eye, discovers in his second collection of amazing adventures. Hop along with our intrepid investigator and his faithful, ever-hungry sidekick, McBugg, as they find mysteries in every season of the year: a haunted pumpkin in autumn, a missing doctor in winter, a springtime disappearance, and stolen music for a summer show. Beginning readers will join the fun as these buggy supersleuths leap into action and solve mysteries all year round!

Seventeen-year-old Kai, a Kootenai Indian, lost his hand when he was three, but it didn't keep him from becoming the head of his household when his Grandfather died. His parents were killed soon after he was born. Raised by his Grandparents near the Canadian Border, he grew up to become a very capable young man who was an avid outdoor enthusiast, radio announcer and out-of-body traveler. He was greatly admired by his best teen friend Robin, who soon decided he too wanted to become one-handed. Kai's life became complicated when Anna, a Swedish exchange student fell in love him. How does Kai tell Anna that he isn't what she thinks he is? Having only one hand is only part of Kai's problem. Kai of Bonners Ferry brings to light the complicated and little-known issue of AID, Amputee Identity Disorder. The issue of self-demand amputation is explored in order to better understand the feelings and motivations associated with this syndrome. This fictional story is based on the personal experiences of the author.