About the book
This gorgeous and lyrical debut novel is perfect for fans of Nova Ren Suma, Laura Ruby, and Nina LaCour.
Rain doesn’t wish on stars anymore.
For as long as she can remember, her home has been among the Winterfolk, a group of homeless people living outside Seattle. Being homeless has taught Rain how to be invisible.
But when she discovers that the city plans to sweep out the Winterfolk’s camp, her world is shattered. Determined to face the world like she’s never had to before, she convinces her friend King to take her to Seattle.
The city is full of strange sights, sounds, people—and memories. When Rain and King are separated, she must fend for herself, and realizes that she’s not invisible after all. And if she’s going to save herself, King, and the Winterfolk, she’ll need to find a star big enough to make all of her wishes come true.
Can a girl who has spent her life being invisible find the courage to be seen?
- Survival Story: With the city threatening to demolish their homeless encampment, Rain and King must fight for the only home they’ve ever known.
- A Powerful Friendship: Rain has her friend King, her protector and guide to the outside world. But when they’re separated in the city, she must learn to stand on her own.
- The Meaning of Home: A heartfelt look at the bonds of community among the Winterfolk, a group of people finding shelter and family on the fringes of society.
- Lyrical, Evocative Prose: A beautifully written, poignant tale about learning to be seen, perfect for readers who love emotional, character-driven stories.
Editions of Winterfolk
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780062487001
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062487667
Read an Excerpt
This gorgeous and lyrical debut novel is perfect for fans of Nova Ren Suma, Laura Ruby, and Nina LaCour.
Rain doesn’t wish on stars anymore.
For as long as she can remember, her home has been among the Winterfolk, a group of homeless people living outside Seattle. Being homeless has taught Rain how to be invisible.
But when she discovers that the city plans to sweep out the Winterfolk’s camp, her world is shattered. Determined to face the world like she’s never had to before, she convinces her friend King to take her to Seattle.
The city is full of strange sights, sounds, people—and memories. When Rain and King are separated, she must fend for herself, and realizes that she’s not invisible after all. And if she’s going to save herself, King, and the Winterfolk, she’ll need to find a star big enough to make all of her wishes come true.
Can a girl who has spent her life being invisible find the courage to be seen?
- Survival Story: With the city threatening to demolish their homeless encampment, Rain and King must fight for the only home they’ve ever known.
- A Powerful Friendship: Rain has her friend King, her protector and guide to the outside world. But when they’re separated in the city, she must learn to stand on her own.
- The Meaning of Home: A heartfelt look at the bonds of community among the Winterfolk, a group of people finding shelter and family on the fringes of society.
- Lyrical, Evocative Prose: A beautifully written, poignant tale about learning to be seen, perfect for readers who love emotional, character-driven stories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winterfolk about?
This gorgeous and lyrical debut novel is perfect for fans of Nova Ren Suma, Laura Ruby, and Nina LaCour.
Rain doesn’t wish on stars anymore.
For as long as she can remember, her home has been among the Winterfolk, a group of homeless people living outside Seattle. Being homeless has taught Rain how to be invisible.
But when she discovers that the city plans to sweep out the Winterfolk’s camp, her world is shattered. Determined to face the world like she’s never had to before, she convinces her friend King to take her to Seattle.
The city is full of strange sights, sounds, people—and memories. When Rain and King are separated, she must fend for herself, and realizes that she’s not invisible after all. And if she’s going to save herself, King, and the Winterfolk, she’ll need to find a star big enough to make all of her wishes come true.
Can a girl who has spent her life being invisible find the courage to be seen?
- Survival Story: With the city threatening to demolish their homeless encampment, Rain and King must fight for the only home they’ve ever known.
- A Powerful Friendship: Rain has her friend King, her protector and guide to the outside world. But when they’re separated in the city, she must learn to stand on her own.
- The Meaning of Home: A heartfelt look at the bonds of community among the Winterfolk, a group of people finding shelter and family on the fringes of society.
- Lyrical, Evocative Prose: A beautifully written, poignant tale about learning to be seen, perfect for readers who love emotional, character-driven stories.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Winterfolk?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction
Where can I read a sample of Winterfolk?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062487001
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Winterfolk?
Janel Kolby
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Winterfolk is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780062487001) and ebook(ISBN 9780062487667)
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