Because of Winn-Dixie in Around the World in 80 Books

Aug 06, 2012 Laura rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorite-authors, pulitzerandrunnersupandmore, favorites, lib-has-audio, 2018, library-request, ashley-s-list, library, 2014, toppler-finished-read

Second read in 2018:

In my opinion, this is a modern classic. A heartwarming read about a pre-teen girl in a small town in Florida, living with her dad. She is growing up without a mom and has recently moved to a new town and feels a little lost.

This is a powerful read about family, community, love, friendship, loss, and a wonderful dog who ties it all together. It will make you laugh and cry. Please give this book a try. I promise it will touch your heart. The audio and book, six stars each. Ye ...more

29 likes · Like · see review

Jul 24, 2009 Deb (Readerbuzz) Nance rated it it was amazing

Shelves: children-s-books, mood-boosting-books, kids-1001, newbery, favorites

And now I move on to Newbery Honor books. This was my first and I loved it. The kind of book I want to read again, to share with others. A redemptive book about the amazing power of truth and forgiveness and friendship to make the world a better place.

Second read: If I could give this book ten stars, I would. Have you read it? If you haven't, get a copy. It's amazing.

Here are a few quotes I want to remember...

“There ain't no way you can hold onto something that wants to go, you understand? You c ...more

10 likes · Like · see review

Dec 03, 2014 Erica rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2014

Good, but not quite as good as her others. A timeless lesson of learning to love what you have, while you have it. It boarders a bit on the sad/touching side, but may be okay for some sensitive readers.

Like · see review