Each Little Bird that Sings

In Deborah Wiles' award-winning novel, "Each Little Bird That Sings," ten-year-old Comfort Snowberger has grown up in her family's funeral home, making her uniquely familiar with death. However, when her beloved Great-uncle Edisto and Great-great-aunt Florentine die suddenly, Comfort faces personal grief that challenges her understanding of loss. As she navigates these heart-wrenching events, she also contends with a strained friendship with Declaration and the unexpected companionship of her quirky cousin, Peach. The story culminates in a dramatic flash flood that further tests Comfort's resilience and her bond with her cherished dog, Dismay. This book is a poignant yet humorous exploration of family, friendship, and the complex journey of processing grief, making it ideal for readers aged 10-14.

Ten-year-old Comfort Snowberger has attended 247 funerals. But that's not surprising, considering that her family runs the town funeral home. And even though Great-uncle Edisto keeled over with a heart attack and Great-great-aunt Florentine dropped dead--just like that--six months later, Comfort knows how to deal with loss, or so she thinks. She's more concerned with avoiding her crazy cousin Peach and trying to figure out why her best friend, Declaration, suddenly won't talk to her. Life is full of surprises. And the biggest one of all is learning what it takes to handle them.