Books with author Joanna Burns

Winner of the Man Booker Prize“Everything about this novel rings true. . . . Original, funny, disarmingly oblique and unique.”―The GuardianIn an unnamed city, middle sister stands out for the wrong reasons. She reads while walking, for one. And she has been taking French night classes downtown. So when a local paramilitary known as the milkman begins pursuing her, she suddenly becomes “interesting,” the last thing she ever wanted to be. Despite middle sister’s attempts to avoid him―and to keep her mother from finding out about her maybe-boyfriend―rumors spread and the threat of violence lingers. Milkman is a story of the way inaction can have enormous repercussions, in a time when the wrong flag, wrong religion, or even a sunset can be subversive. Told with ferocious energy and sly, wicked humor, Milkman establishes Anna Burns as one of the most consequential voices of our day.

Winner of the Man Booker Prize“Everything about this novel rings true. . . . Original, funny, disarmingly oblique and unique.”—The GuardianIn an unnamed city, middle sister stands out for the wrong reasons. She reads while walking, for one. And she has been taking French night classes downtown. So when a local paramilitary known as the milkman begins pursuing her, she suddenly becomes “interesting,” the last thing she ever wanted to be. Despite middle sister’s attempts to avoid him—and to keep her mother from finding out about her maybe-boyfriend—rumors spread and the threat of violence lingers. Milkman is a story of the way inaction can have enormous repercussions, in a time when the wrong flag, wrong religion, or even a sunset can be subversive. Told with ferocious energy and sly, wicked humor, Milkman establishes Anna Burns as one of the most consequential voices of our day.

A shattering and blackly funny debut in the tradition of Roddy Doyle, No Bones follows a young woman growing up in a Belfast beset by the Troubles. This is a book about feelings, family, sex, and Ireland? but don't tell Amelia that. She's the one growing up in the mad family, in the mad society, who doesn't want to know what's going on. But things are going on: eight-year-olds collecting very peculiar treasure; babies who might be, or might not be, bombs; schoolgirls bringing guns into schoolyards; and, of course, lots of food and bad, bad sex. If Amelia is to live she needs to change. Can she, though, in a place where people don't know how to look after themselves, and so wouldn't know how to look after one another?

A mole peaks out of an earth mound in the middle of Mr. Grunt's backyard lawn. It has no idea that the homeowner is standing right above. Mr. Grunt has been on the lookout to see who has ruined his beautiful lawn. Molehills are a common sight on lawns, gardens and backyards. Even though the moles themselves are rarely seen, their handiwork can be a source of annoyance to many homeowners. This book is the second in the Backyard Mammals Series of informational books.

Raccoons are sometimes referred to as masked mischief makers. These creatures love to be out at night. They have managed to survive in very large cities. So it would not be unusual for you to find a raccoon trying to open your garbage can with its human-like front paws. It is not impossible for a raccoon family to make its home in a large tree in someone's backyard. Raccoons living in cities and towns have to be quite creative. Readers will learn how these animals are able to take care of themselves and thrive among humans.

Lion images are unforgettable. With its georgeous mane and powerful body, the African male lion is the most majestic animal on the African grasslands. This beginner reader and nonfiction reader will introduce readers to the African lion. Lions are wild animals. They are also wild cats. But lions are different from the other wildcats. Lion live in a group called a pride. The pride is like a family structure. The males defend the pride and the females take care of the cubs and do most of the hunting. This is smart. Because when lions hunt in a group they can catch bigger prey. The babies in the group are lucky. There are aunts and cousins to babysit. Beginner readers will learn exciting lion facts. The colorful pages, engaging text and beautiful lion pictures will keep young readers engaged as they learn about these stately and royal animals.

It's late evening and you hear your dog barking. You look outside and see an odd looking animal digging a hole close to your deck. You wonder what is it? You live in Florida so it could be a possum. But it is not. You realize that it's an armadillo. An armadillo is digging a hole under your deck. Florida has is home to many armadillos and one seems to be living in your backyard. Readers will explore the life of this unusual mammal with a shell.This book is a great opportunity to learn more about the nine-banded armadillo. It has lots of full color pictures with age appropriate text.

A grandmother elephant leads her family to a water hole. She is the leader, so she makes sure that her family is safe. Elephants love water so they are happy to suck up water through their trunks and spray each other. Soon they will roll around in the mud to keep their skin moist. Elephants are big, powerful and smart. Baby elephants weigh about 200 pounds when they are born. They weigh as much as an adult human. These are just some of the fun facts about African elephants that you will learn in this easy reader. The book is filled with colorful elephant pictures and age appropriate text. Young readers will get a chance to learn about these wonderful animals and how they they have learnt to survive in the wild.