Waiting for Normal

School Library Journal Best Book * ALA Notable Childrens Book * New York Public Librarys One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing * Chicago Public Library Best of the Best * Cooperative Childrens Book Center Choice * Connecticut Book Award Winner * American Library Association Schneider Family Book Award WinnerThis poignant and joyful novel is filled with meaningful moments and emotional resonance.Addie is waiting for normal. But Addie's mother has an all-or-nothing approach to life: a food fiesta or an empty pantry, her way or no way.Addies mother is bipolar, and she often neglects Addie. All-or-nothing never adds up to normal, and it can't bring Addie home, where she wants to be with her half-sisters and her stepfather. But Addie never stops hoping that one day, maybe, she'll find normal. A heroine with spunk and spirit offers an inspiring lesson in perseverance and hope. First-rate. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)