The SideRoad Kids follows a group of boys and girls as they enter the
sixth grade in a small town in Michigan's Upper Peninsula during 1957 -
58. This meandering collection of loosely-connected short stories is
often humorous, poignant, and sometimes mysterious. Laugh as the kids
argue over Halloween treats handed out in Brimley. Recall Dorothy's
Hamburgers in Sault Ste. Marie. Follow a Sugar Island snowshoe trail as
the kids look for Christmas trees. Wonder what strange blue smoke at
Dollar Settlement signifies. Discover the magic hidden in April
snowflakes. Although told by the kids, adults will remember their own
childhood as they read about Flint, Candy, Squeaky, Katie, and their
friends.
"Katie, Blew, Squeaky, and Daisy grew up on farms instead of high rises
and used their imagination instead of fancy gadgets to make their own
fun. An entertaining read for youngsters. And parents, you might enjoy a
nostalgic flashback as well. I know I did." --Allia Zobel-Nolan, Author
of Cat Confessions
"The stories in The SideRoad Kids are often humorous. However,
underlying them is a sensitive awareness that being a kid, rural or
urban, then or now, is not easy. This is an enjoyable read that will
enlighten today's kids about the past and rekindle memories for older
readers." --Jon Stott, Author of Paul Bunyan in Michigan
"Sharon's stories capture the essence of childhood and growing up in a
small community. The antics of The SideRoad Kids will keep you
entertained and take you back to a simpler time." --Renee Glass, Senior
Production Artist, Mackinac Journal
Learn more at www.AuthorSharonKennedy.com
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