When the Birds Wake Up - a stunning debut from an exciting new voice

A powerful, emotional verse novel from an outstanding debut author, celebrating family bonds, unlikely friendships and being gloriously yourself.

Ten-year-old Pear is struggling to cope: with her grandma's Alzheimer's, with a new school and with cruel classmates' jibes. Enter Piglet - a scruffy rescue dog, who helps Pear rebuild her sense of self. She remembers what matters most, through music, friendship and the armour of unconditional love.