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Swimming on the Moon

Name: Swimming on the Moon
ISBN: 9781526653925

By Brian Conaghan

Anna’s sunny Italian family holiday uncovers truths that could separate her from Anto forever.

heartfelt funny thought-provoking family-centred

Genres

Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Swimming on the Moon about?

Twelve-year-old Anna is determined to save her family from falling apart, especially if separation means being parted from her twin brother, Anto. Although Anto does not speak and communicates through Lego, the twins understand each other perfectly. Anna plans a family holiday in Italy, hoping sunshine and a swimming pool will bring her parents back together. But as long-hidden truths come to light, Anna realises that repairing her family may be far more complicated than she imagined.

About the author

Brian Conaghan is a Scottish author who writes lively, thoughtful books for young readers. Before becoming a full-time writer, he worked as a teacher, and he enjoys encouraging children to discover the joy of stories. His books include Cardboard Cowboys, Swimming on the Moon and The Bombs That Brought Us Together. The Bombs That Brought Us Together won the Costa Children’s Book Award. Brian’s writing is known for its humour, heart and memorable characters.

Pages

336 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2023

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