"Stars" by Lauren Kukla weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and the enduring search for hope amidst darkness. Set in a small town, the story follows two seemingly disparate characters—one grappling with grief and the other seeking redemption. As their lives intertwine, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing, learning to confront their pasts and embrace the possibilities of the future. Through vivid imagery and lyrical prose, Kukla explores themes of connection, resilience, and the idea that even in the darkest times, there is always a glimmer of light waiting to be found. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Exploring Our Universe .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2017 by Checkerboard Library .

Lauren Kukla is an author and editor of books and media for kids. She loves LEGOs, gardening, and walking in the woods. Her favorite kinds of books to write are the ones that make her think. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband, son, a silly white dog, and four city chickens. Aviel Basil studied at Shenkar College of Design in Tel-Aviv, where he currently lives and works. Since graduating in 2011, Aviel has illustrated more then a dozen children's books, which have been published in Israel. He was awarded a silver medal by the Israel Museum in 2012 for his first book. His style is inspired by 50s illustration, and he loves to use a bright and colorful palette.