The YA novel
Like Home tells the story of a teen named Chinelo, Nelo for short. Her best friend is Kate and life is good. Nelo s family owns a convenience store in a popular neighbourhood known as Ginger East. But when the store is vandalized and police get involved, Nelo is emotionally affected and her relationship with her friends and family change forever.
Like Home is for ages 14 and up.
Louisa Onomé is a Nigerian Canadian living in Toronto.
Fresh Air9:57How growing up in Mississauga inspired a new YA novel about community and the challenges of gentrificationLouisa Onomé speaks about her debut novel Like Home - a story that tackles gentrification through the eyes of teenagers - and the inspiration she drew from her own experiences growing up in Mississauga.9:57
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Time to get some chocolate and go on a date with a book. The Tempest
[Image description: a collage of 8 books coming out in February 2021 on a pink background] Via Amazon and The Tempest
[Image description: a collage of 8 books coming out in February 2021 on a pink background] Via Amazon and The Tempest
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I don’t know about you, but where I live, this month is all about Valentine (and Galentine)’s Day. Maybe I’ve just been single too long (no such thing), but I think the best date is a blanket and a good book. Books will never leave you… unlike some people.