
Written by Silas House and Neela Vaswani · Illustrated by Hilary Schenker
Two pen pals bridge cultural divides, finding strength in shared struggles and unexpected friendship.
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Meena, an Indian immigrant in New York City, and River, a Kentucky coal miner's son, become unlikely pen pals. Through heartfelt letters, they explore immigration, environmental challenges, and racism. As their friendship deepens, they find common ground in their disparate lives, inspiring each other to face their fears and misconceptions. Can their bond withstand the miles and cultural differences, or will their worlds pull them apart? Discover how two young voices unite to challenge adversity and celebrate the power of friendship.
A twelve-year-old Indian immigrant in New York City and a Kentucky coal miner’s son become pen pals, and eventually best friends, through a series of revealing letters exploring such topics as environmental activism, immigration, and racism.
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