{"product_id":"willodeen-by-katherine-applegate-charles-santoso","title":"Willodeen by Katherine Applegate| Charles Santoso","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWillodeen\u003c\/em\u003e by Katherine Applegate, illustrated by Charles Santoso, is a heartfelt middle-grade novel set in a small town that depends on magical creatures called screechers to attract tourists. The story follows Willodeen, a quiet and thoughtful girl who cares deeply about animals and the natural world. While others in her town fear the screechers because of their frightening appearance, Willodeen believes they are misunderstood and important to the ecosystem. As the screecher population mysteriously begins to decline, the town faces economic trouble, and Willodeen sets out to uncover the truth. Along the way, she discovers hidden connections between the creatures, the environment, and the choices people make. The story highlights themes of conservation, empathy, and the importance of protecting nature, encouraging readers to look beyond appearances and value all living things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatherine Applegate is a well-known American writer of children’s and young adult literature, celebrated for her emotional and thought-provoking storytelling. She is best known for works like \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Ivan\u003c\/em\u003e, which won the Newbery Medal. Her writing often focuses on themes of kindness, resilience, and the relationship between humans and animals. Charles Santoso is an illustrator and visual storyteller whose artwork brings warmth and depth to children’s books. His illustrations in \u003cem\u003eWillodeen\u003c\/em\u003e beautifully complement the story, enhancing its emotional impact and helping bring the characters and magical creatures to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Refurbished","offer_id":48736251674881,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/9781801300841.jpg?v=1777962483","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/willodeen-by-katherine-applegate-charles-santoso","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}