Independent Bookstore Day Storytime with Amanda Driscoll

About the Book:

When a loved one dies, grief can isolate us as if we’re hiding under an umbrella of sadness. This touching and wise story will comfort the readers who need it most.
Anna never goes anywhere without her umbrella. Not since the stormy day of her father’s funeral. Under her umbrella, she feels safe—safe to be angry and sad. She refuses to put away her umbrella no matter the weather, both outside and in. And then one rainy day she notices a boy getting drenched, and when she invites him under the umbrella with her, things begin to change.
This heartfelt story explores how grief, like an umbrella, protects us, but also blocks light from our lives. However, with time and healing and help from a friend, we can lower our umbrella to see the sun. And maybe even a rainbow.

About the Author:

Amanda Driscoll’s newest picture book, Under Anna’s Umbrella (Penguin/Rocky Pond), illustrated by Luisa Uribe, is her most personal and heartfelt story to date. She is also the author and illustrator of Duncan the Story Dragon, Wally Does Not Want a Haircut, Klondike Do Not Eat Those Cupcakes, and Little Grump Truck, (all from Knopf). Born and raised in Louisville, Amanda lives in Fisherville with her bunny who thinks he’s a dog, her dog who thinks he’s a human, and her husband who thinks he’s always right

About Independent Bookstore Day:

This national one-day party held the last Saturday in April celebrates independent bookstores across the country. With exclusive books and literary items it’s a party you don’t want to miss!

Host or Publisher Susan Norton