I wanted a place or an idea around which to center the lives of some unique and fun girls, similar to how babysitting formed the nexus of The Baby-sitter's Club books (which I adored when I was a tween). The concept occurred to me during the summer of 2005 when I was in an actual teashop called Sherlock's of Celebration. Why tea? Where did you get the idea for The Teashop Girls? I am serving her favorite, English Breakfast with lots of milk and sugar. Laura Schaefer, author of the middle grade novel The Teashop Girls (Paula Wiseman Books, 2008), is here with me today for some tea and conversation about her book. Annie's ready with her multistep Save the Leaf Action Plan, but will it be enough? Can Annie rally her friends to save the Leaf before the teashop and the Teashop Girls are history? But an eviction notice spells trouble for the Steeping Leaf. In between whipping up chai lattes for customers, tasting new teas, and attempting to catch the attention of her barista boy crush, Annie is finally beginning to feel as sophisticated as her best friends. When Annie takes a job at her grandmother's teashop, things begin to look up. But with eighth grade ending, the girls are beginning to grow up and grow apart. And there are so many things to worry about all at once: school, family, crushes, jobs, and last but definitely not least, friends.Īnnie, Genna, and Zoe have been best friends forever. Everything about everyone is changing so fast. VERDICT While Alcott's story will remain a classic go-to, this modern-day retelling is a fun addition for larger library collections and where young Little Women fans abound., Schaefer's version jazzed-up with references to modern kids' books, recipes, and craft projects.Being in middle school can be pretty rough. The writing is accessible, making this a good selection for younger middle grade readers perhaps not quite ready for the original tale. Schaefer's March sisters are updated but will be recognizable to Alcott devotees. Like the characters of Little Women, the sisters learn valuable lessons through each adventure. This is demonstrated by their recipes and crafting tricks that are liberally dispersed throughout the book. While the March sisters do not have much and are not fashionable or trendy (much to Meg's dismay), they are resourceful. On top of the worries facing these modern girls, their beloved father is away with the National Guard.
Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy are tween sisters, ranging in age from nine to 13.
A contemporary retelling of Louisa May Alcott's beloved novel.
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