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Biographical note
Sarah Lean grew up in Wells, Somerset but now lives in Dorset with her husband, son and dog. She has worked as a page-planner for a newspaper, a stencil-maker and a gardener, amongst various other things. She gained a first class English degree and became a primary school teacher before returning to complete an MA in Creative and Critical Writing with University of Winchester. ‘A Dog Called Homeless’ was her first novel.
<p>"I was completely drawn in by the first few chapters that promise another wonderfully emotional, accessible read." – The Bookseller</p>
<p>"touching, reflective and lyrical.” – Sunday Times Culture</p>
<p>“a tender story of friendship” – Julia Eccleshare, Love Reading 4 Kids</p>
Special friendships can be found in the most unlikely places…
A powerful, intriguing story from the bestselling author of A Dog Called Homeless.
Sometimes when things are broken you can’t fix them on your own – no matter how hard you try.
When Nell is sent to stay with distant family, she packs a suitcase full of secrets. A chance encounter with a wild horse draws Nell to Angel – a mysterious, troubled girl who is hiding secrets of her own. Both girls must learn to trust each other, if they are to save a hundred horses…
Includes beautiful inside artwork from hugely talented illustrator, Gary Blythe.
• Incredibly moving stand-alone fiction from accomplished new author.
• ‘A Dog Called Homeless’ sold fantastically well in 2012 – the standout debut for 9+ readers.
• Powerful sparse prose and skilful deployment of magic realism.
• Sure to appeal to fans of Michael Morpurgo and Cathy Cassidy.
• Partnership with Readathon to promote an active schools reading programme, plus targeting Pony Clubs and Riding Schools for key partnership activity and launching Sarah’s own website at www.sarahlean.co.uk.
• Also available A Dog Called Homeless (ISBN: 978-0-00-745503-4).
Competition: Michael Morpurgo, Cathy Cassidy
Product details
Biographical note
Sarah Lean grew up in Wells, Somerset but now lives in Dorset with her husband, son and dog. She has worked as a page-planner for a newspaper, a stencil-maker and a gardener, amongst various other things. She gained a first class English degree and became a primary school teacher before returning to complete an MA in Creative and Critical Writing with University of Winchester. ‘A Dog Called Homeless’ was her first novel.