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Garland, Derby, and Triple Clark spend each season traveling highways and byways in their Rambler-until summer, when small-town Ridge Creek, Virginia, calls them back. There they settle in, selling burgers and fries out of Garland's Grill after each game the Rockskippers play in their battered minor-league baseball stadium. Derby's summer traditions bring her closer than she's ever been to a real home that isn't on wheels, but this time, her return to Ridge Creek reveals unwelcome news. Now the person Derby loves most in town needs her help-and yet finding a way to do so may uncover deeply held stories and secrets. Told in Derby's unforgettable voice, this warm-hearted debut novel is about taking risks, planting roots, and discovering the true definition of home. AGES: 10-12 AUTHOR: Carter Higgins is an elementary school librarian, book blogger, and former graphic designer. A Rambler Steals Home is her debut novel.

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Fans of quiet, nostalgic stories about team spirit should enjoy this debut effort. <b> Kirkus</b>

This story is about as feel-good as they come, with new friendships grounded on old ones, poignant adolescent growth, and insights into family stories. --Bulletin ...readers will easily connect with the story's reflections on belonging, hope, family, and the meaning of home. --Publishers Weekly Vibrant, engaging Derby and her descriptive firstperson narrative, full of lively and poignant touches, are compelling and affecting... A heartfelt, immersive debut, perfect for sports fans. --Booklist Fans of quiet, nostalgic stories about team spirit should enjoy this debut effort. --Kirkus

.. .readers will easily connect with the story's reflections on belonging, hope, family, and the meaning of home. <b>--Publishers Weekly</b> Vibrant, engaging Derby and her descriptive firstperson narrative, full of lively and poignant touches, are compelling and affecting... A heartfelt, immersive debut, perfect for sports fans. <b>--Booklist</b> Fans of quiet, nostalgic stories about team spirit should enjoy this debut effort. <b>--Kirkus</b>

Vibrant, engaging Derby and her descriptive firstperson narrative, full of lively and poignant touches, are compelling and affecting... A heartfelt, immersive debut, perfect for sports fans. <b> Booklist</b> Fans of quiet, nostalgic stories about team spirit should enjoy this debut effort. <b> Kirkus</b>

This story is about as feel-good as they come, with new friendships grounded on old ones, poignant adolescent growth, and insights into family stories. --Bulletin .. .readers will easily connect with the story's reflections on belonging, hope, family, and the meaning of home. --Publishers Weekly Vibrant, engaging Derby and her descriptive firstperson narrative, full of lively and poignant touches, are compelling and affecting... A heartfelt, immersive debut, perfect for sports fans. --Booklist Fans of quiet, nostalgic stories about team spirit should enjoy this debut effort. --Kirkus

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Carter Higgins is an elementary school librarian, book blogger, and graphic designer. A Rambler Steals Home is her first novel. A native of Virginia, she now lives in Southern California. Visit her website at www.carterhiggins.com.

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