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806 (Hardcover)

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Looking for Dad in all the wrong places, Weil's musical background lends flair and realism to this unique plotline that will pull readers in immediately. Defying odds, the 806 crew find family on this teen road trip full of hijinks, humor and plenty of heart. One wild ride not to be missed! 

— From Staff Picks by Maureen

Sibling 1 throws blenders and plays guitar. Sibling 2 is allergic to everything and is into magic. Sibling 3 is a varsity swimmer with a group of female fans. Enough said.

The only thing they have in common is their biological father, and the only thing they can agree on is that they all want to meet him.

With the help of a broken-down, "borrowed" Jeep, KT, Jesse, and Gabe make their way across the country evading police, trying their luck on the slots, and meeting a life-changing pig, all to track down Donor 806, their father. Any hope of success requires smarts, luck, and ingenuity. Good thing they have each other...even if they don't see it that way.

Cynthia Weil is an internationally known lyricist with songs from "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling," the most played song of the twentieth century, to the Oscar-nominated and double Grammy-winning "Somewhere Out There" from the animated film An American Tail. Her lyrics have been sung by the legendary voices of Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, and Kanye West. She has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, in addition to multiple Grammy nominations and two Grammy awards. It is only fitting, then, that 806 has a teen songwriter as its main character. Currently featured as a character in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Cynthia resides in Los Angeles with her husband and songwriting partner, Barry Mann, and dog Callie. When not writing lyrics, you can find Cynthia fighting for animal rights, supporting young artists, or crafting her next book filled with music, dynamic relationships, and discovery.

Product Details ISBN: 9781939100146
ISBN-10: 1939100143
Publisher: Tanglewood
Publication Date: March 13th, 2018
Pages: 232
Language: English