Just a Drop of Water by Kerry O'Malley Cerra

When Jake finds out that Sam’s been keeping secrets, too, he doesn’t know who his allies are anymore. But soon after, Sam’s father is detained by the FBI and Jake’s mom doubts the innocence of Sam’s family, forcing Jake to choose between his best friend and his parents. Two days later, the tragedy becomes even more personal when Jake’s best friend, Sam Madina, is pummeled for being an Arab Muslim by their bully classmate, Bobby.Īccording to Jake’s personal code of conduct, anyone who beats up your best friend is due for a butt kicking, and so Jake goes after Bobby. It’s quickly discovered that one of the hijackers lived nearby, making Jake’s Florida town an FBI hot spot.

But then the tragedy of September 11 happens. Right now, though, he just wants to outsmartand outrunthe rival cross country team, the Palmetto Bugs. Though she’ll always consider South Jersey/Philly her home, she currently lives in Florida with her husband, kids, and two poorly behaved rescue dogs.Ever since he was little, Jake Green has longed to be a soldier and a hero like his grandpa, who died serving his country. She holds a degree in Social Science Education from the University of South Florida and continues to use her teaching skills in author presentations at schools across the country. In addition, the book was a finalist for the 2015-16 Maine Student Book Award, the 2016-17 Truman Award (Missouri), the 2017-18 Garden State Teen Book Award (New Jersey), the 2018 Nene Award (Hawaii), and won runner-up for the 2016-17 Magnolia Award (Mississippi). “Just a Drop of Water” won a Florida Book Award, the Crystal Kite Award, and was named to VOYAs Top Shelf Fiction for Middle Readers’ 2014 list. 11, which shook the world, into the lens of a young boy who is desperately trying to understand the ramifications of this life-altering event. “Just a Drop of Water,” a gripping and intensely touching debut middle grade novel, brings the events of Sept. Her book, “Just a Drop of Water, ” will be available for purchase and signing at the event. The event is free and open both teenagers and adults. The workshop will teach teens on the best way to create a perfect character. HAMILTON - Author Kerry O’Malley Cerra will be at Hamilton Public Library for a teen writing workshop at 5 p.m.

Just a Drop of Water by Kerry O'Malley Cerra