The Storyteller
From National Book Award finalist Brandon Hobson, a kaleidoscopic middle-grade adventure that mixes the anxieties, friendships, and wonders of a Cherokee boy's life with Cherokee history and lore.
Ziggy has ANXIETY. Partly this is because of the way his mind works, and how overwhelmed he can get when other people (especially his classmate Alice) are in the room. And partly it's because his mother disappeared when he was very young, making her one of many Native women who've gone mysteriously missing. Ziggy and his sister, Moon, want answers, but nobody around can give them.
Once Ziggy gets it in his head that clues to his mother's disappearance may be found in a nearby cave, there's no stopping him from going there. Along with Moon, Alice, and his best friend, Corso, he sets out on a mind-bending adventure where he'll discover his story is tied to all the stories of the Cherokees that have come before him.
Ziggy might not have any control over the past -- but if he learns the lessons of the storytellers, he might be able to better shape his future and find the friends he needs.
# of Pages: 224
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2025
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Language: en
ISBN: 9781338797275
Brandon Hobson is an award-winning author and member of the Cherokee Nation. He was born and raised in Oklahoma, where he draws inspiration for his writing. His works often explore themes of identity, loss, and cultural heritage. Hobson has published several novels, including "Where the Dead Sit Talking" which was a finalist for the National Book Award. He is also a professor of creative writing at New Mexico State University. In addition to writing, Hobson is a dedicated storyteller and has been invited to share his tales at various events and festivals. He continues to use his writing to shed light on the experiences and struggles of Native Americans in contemporary society.