The List of Things that Will Not Change

'Celebrated award-winning author (and masterful storyteller) Rebecca Stead has written a thoroughly uplifting and positive story children will love.' * Readings * 'Uplifting without sentimentality, timely not trendy, and utterly engaging.' * Kirkus Reviews, starred review * 'An emotional character journey from a middle-grade master.' * Booklist, starred review * 'Bea's interactions with her loving community convey particularly well-drawn dynamics that support themes of building resilience and savoring joy; together, these insightful moments layer into an affecting story of significant middle grade change.' * Publishers Weekly, starred review * 'Difficulties with spelling, the pleasures of gummy bears, the pain of eczema, the ability to sense adult tension-we are fully present with Bea, in the rich, crisply rendered details and in her distinctive voice.' * Horn Book, starred review * 'The angst and worries that middle grade readers experience are brought to life through Bea's authentic voice in this must-read title.' * School Library Journal, starred review * 'Ultimately, Bea survives, thrives, and grows as love remains constant but her world gets bigger, and readers negotiating their own changing lives will relate to her challenge and applaud her triumph.' * Bulletin, starred review * 'Bea's interactions with her loving community convey particularly well-drawn dynamics that support themes of building resilience and savoring joy; together, these insightful moments layer into an affecting story of significant middle grade change.' * Publishers Weekly * '[Rebecca Stead] can see into the souls of young people.' * Shelf Awareness * 'A beautiful reminder of the importance of making mistakes, feeling feelings, and forgiving yourself.' * Carly Nugent *