Cannonball - by Sacha Cotter (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Originally published as The Bomb in 2018 in New Zealand by Huia Press."

Book Synopsis

A summer tale about family, overcoming fears, and the importance of being oneself, all in the pursuit of performing the perfect cannonball

I'm ready to pull off the perfect cannonball, but everyone has advice.

"You need more weight"

"Bigger shorts!"

"More muscles!"

"BIGGER SHORTS!"

As one boy searches for the secret to executing the perfect cannonball, it's only by listening to his own voice that he finds his unique style and pulls off a truly awe-inspiring CANNONBALL.

A celebration of native culture, a glossary including Maori words is included.

Review Quotes

"Along with the expressive images, the story will resonate with those learning how to navigate the emotional minefield of turning a failure into a success." -- School Library Journal, Starred Review

"Fans of Cornwall's Jabari Jumps...will appreciate this Kiwi take on taking that first big character-defining leap." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Striking...this story's message for kids to be true to themselves is one that bears repeating." -- Booklist

"This distinctive story of summer fun and growth, set within a culture underrepresented on North American shelves, carries a universal message of listening to one's own heart and being oneself when the world tries to tell you how and who to be...A creative treat." -- Kirkus Reviews