'Amos’s energetic prose encourages pride in one's culture. A sweet treat with a warm center.'- Booklist The humorous narration is breezy and conversational …there are also exquisite descriptions of musical transcendence, an uplifting community, and a gorgeous father-son relationship that evolves and deepens throughout. 'Full of heart and humor….A wholesome story that bridges generations.'- Kirkus I love Cookies and Milk as much as I love cookies and milk.'- Lisa See, New York Times bestselling and award winning author of Snow Flower and the Secret Fan and Shanghai Girls 'Shawn Amos has written a beautiful story of family and music, of growing up and having adventures, of business building and character building, that is at once very specific and universal. **Don't miss Ellis's next adventure: Ellis Johnson Might Be FamousĪn NAACP Image Award winner for Outstanding Literary Work - Youth/Teens I love Cookies and Milk as much as I love cookies and milk.” –Lisa See, New York Times bestselling and award winning author of Snow Flower and the Secret Fan and Shanghai Girls “Shawn Amos has written a beautiful story of family and music, of growing up and having adventures, of business building and character building, that is at once very specific and universal. Partially based on Shawn Amos’s own experiences growing up the son of Wally “Famous” Amos, and packed with humor, heart, and fun illustrations, this debut novel sings with the joy of self-discovery, unconditional love, and community. But nothing goes according to plan, especially when family secrets start to surface. They have six weeks to perfect their recipe, get a run-down A-frame storefront on Hollywood’s Sunset Boulevard into tip-top shape, and bring in customers. Instead of hanging out with friends, listening to music, and playing his harmonica, Ellis has to help bring his dad’s latest farfetched, sure-to-fail idea to life: open the world’s first chocolate chip cookie store. It's a summer of family, friendship, and fun fiascos in this acclaimed novel that's as irresistible as a fresh-baked cookie.Įllis Bailey Johnson has the summertime blues. WINNER OF THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK-YOUTH/TEENS!

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