The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky Re-Release
The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky originally released with Dial / Penguin in 2014. The rights reverted to me and I re-released the book in 2021. (Auggie's story remains the same, but I did do a bit of revision throughout to bring the book up to date.) That's why you'll sometimes see different covers when shopping online. This cover, with the flower in the center and the folk art images, is the most up-to-date version.
An Activity Book
When The Junction released, I had so much fun seeing the folk art sculptures and drawings that the book inspired. So I knew that when I re-released The Junction, I was going to include an activity book, one that would offer even more inspiration! Not to mention some pictures to color, puzzles to finish, tips for starting a few folk art sculptures, or ideas for getting involved in the community, like Auggie and her friends do in The Junction.
Latest News!
I'm now following in Auggie's artistic footsteps, and am releasing shorter, illustrated books for fans of The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky. Click here for more!
I've also released a brainstorming journal perfect for young writers! Check it out here.
Did you know you can get many of the books you see on this site signed and personalized? More here.
I've also released a brainstorming journal perfect for young writers! Check it out here.
Did you know you can get many of the books you see on this site signed and personalized? More here.
The Bright Idea
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The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky is about Auggie Jones, who has a bright idea that changes everything—her house and how she feels about herself and even what her hometown thinks “art” is.
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Before The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky, I wrote books for teens. The best part of publishing those books was hearing straight from readers (usually through Facebook or Twitter).
As the release date for The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky got closer, I had a bright idea of my own. I decided I needed to create a site in order to hear from the readers of The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky. This site is just for you! |
Here, you'll find all sorts of fun info about The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky...Videos I've created to bring the book to life, tips on how to be an author (if you enjoy writing like I did when I was younger), even reviews from readers just like you!
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Auggie's House
Auggie and Gus live on the corner of Sunshine and Lucky. One of the best parts about Auggie's house is that she feels completely free there. She can let her imagination run wild!
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A Sculpture Auggie Would Love
Have you ever tried to make a sculpture like Gus and Auggie do in The Junction of Sunshine and Lucky? Watch as I create my own found-object art: