Shira and Esther's Double Dream Debut by Anna E. Jordan

The switcheroo fun of The Parent Trap meets the showbiz spirit of The
Marvelous Mrs. Maisel in this timeless coming-of-age story about family,
friendship, and following your dreams.
When Shira and Esther first meet, they can hardly believe their eyes. It's like
looking in a mirror! But even though they may look identical, the two girls
couldn't be more different. Shira dreams of singing and dancing onstage, but
her father, a stern and pious rabbi, thinks Shira should be reading prayers, not
plays. Esther dreams of studying Torah, but her mother, a glamorous stage
performer, wishes Esther would spend more time rehearsing and less time
sneaking off to read books. Oy vey! If only the two could switch places . . .
Would Shira shine in a big-time televised talent show? Would Esther's bat
mitzvah go off without a hitch? What's a little deception, when it means your
dreams might finally be within reach? One thing is certain: Shira and Esther
are going to need more than a little chutzpah to pull this off. But if they do,
their double dream debut is sure to be the performance of a lifetime.
FUNNY AND HEARTFELT FRIENDSHIP BOOK: Brimming with heart and
humor, this unforgettable novel from a compelling new voice in young adult
literature will make readers laugh, cry, and come back for more knishes.
FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COMMUNITY: Themes of connection, unity, and the
need for belonging will resonate with readers of all backgrounds.
JEWISH COMING-OF-AGE: This book represents and celebrates many ways
of being Jewish while also inviting non-Jewish readers (...)

Anna E. Jordan is an author, poet, bookseller, and educator who lives in the
Washington, DC, area. This is her first novel.

Chronicle Books
On Sale: Oct 10/23
5.62 x 8.12 • 332 pages
9781797215655 • $26.99 • CL - Hardcover, jacketed
Juvenile Fiction / Social / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
• Ages 8-12 years