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Lehua Parker

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LEHUA PARKER writes speculative fiction for kids and adults that often explores the intersections of Hawaii's past, present, and future. Her published works include the Niuhi Shark Saga trilogy, Lauele Chicken Skin Stories, and Lauele Fractured Folktales, as well as plays, poetry, short stories, and essays.

As an author, editor, and educator trained in literary criticism and advocate of indigenous cultural narratives, Lehua is a frequent presenter at conferences, symposiums, and schools. Her hands-on workshops and presentations for kids and adults are offered through the Lehua Writing Academy.

Originally from Hawaii and a Kamehameha Schools graduate, Lehua now lives in exile in the Rocky Mountains. During the snowy winters, she dreams of th ...more

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Keeping Mom Happy

When the college kids first moved back home, device chargers and cables started disappearing. I stomped around the house, ticked that I suddenly couldn’t plug in my phone or tablet while on the couch or in the kitchen or at any place I was used to.

There was much grumbling and stink-eye flying on my part and some non-committal shrugging from the rest of the adults in the house.

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Average rating: 4.29 · 441 ratings · 132 reviews · 18 distinct works • Similar authors

	One Boy, No Water (Niuhi Shark Saga, #1) 4.30 avg rating — 77 ratings — published 2012 — 13 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	One Shark, No Swim (Niuhi Shark Saga, #2) 4.63 avg rating — 41 ratings — published 2013 — 10 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	One Truth, No Lie (Niuhi Shark Saga, #3) 4.69 avg rating — 13 ratings — published 2016 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Birth: Zader's Story (Lauele Town Stories #1) 4.60 avg rating — 5 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Pua's Kiss (Lauele Fractured Folktales #1) 3.60 avg rating — 5 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Maverick really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tourists it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings — published 2015 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Rell's Kiss (Lauele Fractured Folktales Book 2) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 2 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	True Heroes: A Treasury of Modern-day Fairy Tales Written by Best-Selling Authors by Jonathan Diaz (Photographs), Brandon Mull (Goodreads Author) (Contributor), Ally Condie (Goodreads Author) (Contributor) 4.29 avg rating — 182 ratings — published 2015 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Fractured Slipper (Fairy Tale Ink #2) by Adrienne Monson (Goodreads Author), Angela Corbett (Goodreads Author), Lehua Parker (Goodreads Author) 4.20 avg rating — 41 ratings — published 2018 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Lehua Parker rated a book it was amazing The Testaments (The Handmaid's Tale, #2) by Margaret Atwood (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Fascinating A book that will haunt you long after you’ve finished, if you liked The Handmaid’s Tale, you’ll enjoy this sequel.
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Lehua Parker rated a book it was amazing The Book of Two Ways by Jodi Picoult (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A wild ride If you’re looking for smart escapism with all the feels and a few twists, this story won’t let you down.
Oct 26, 2020 12:48PM · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of The Book of Two Ways by Jodi Picoult. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — The Book of Two Ways by Jodi Picoult <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Lehua Parker rated a book it was amazing Booked (The Crossover Series) by Kwame Alexander	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Fast as a soccer game A smart read that gets to the heart of the challenges of being a kid. First love, soccer, bullies, best friends, divorcing parents, and surprising cheerleaders—it’s all here.
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Fast as a soccer game A smart read that gets to the heart of the challenges of being a kid. First love, soccer, bullies, best friends, divorcing parents, and surprising cheerleaders—it’s all here.
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Basketball is life Real, true, and at times raw, this book captures all the joy, heartache, and glory of being a brother, son, and middle school basketball star.
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Lehua Parker rated a book it was amazing Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Beautiful A heartwarming story that puts a face and name to the immigrant and refuge headlines. Perfect for middle graders, it will spark lots of discussion.
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Lehua Parker rated a book really liked it Final Bow for Yellowface: Dancing between Intention and Impact by Phil Chan	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
An important conversation Representation, depiction, and portrayal matters. This book looks beyond intent and offers some solutions. If you’ve never thought deeply about these issues, it’s a strong introduction.
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Glorious I got so caught up in the poetry and story that I read Solo in one sitting. I loved the narrative structure and the young man with his heart literally on his sleeve. Beneath the surface of a rock and roll redemption story powerful themes run ...more
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Quotes by Lehua Parker

“She thought for a moment. “You’re wrong about the ‘aina,” she said. “We have our land,” said Kalei. “Not all of it,” said Pua. “What’s done is done,” Kalei said. “That birthright was taken long ago. What do you want me to do? Run around waving signs, chanting ‘Keep Hawaiian lands in Hawaiian hands’? That won’t give us this beach back. Nothing will. Too many people think they own parts of it now.”
― Lehua Parker, One Boy, No Water

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“Father left about an hour ago for the Big Island. When he asks, I’ll tell him you went to Moloka‘i for a while.”
― Lehua Parker, One Boy, No Water

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“pilikia”
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