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A Thousand Paper Cups
Jodie Shelley
An engaging and amusing Kiwi tale, set against a backdrop of failed parent–teacher interactions and fashion crimes. Hilarious and heartbreaking in turn, A Thousand Paper Cups explores the blight of family harm, homophobia and the misplaced loyalties of children to their imperfect parents.
The Lewis brothers are each making their way in the world, but when youngest brother Benjamin reveals he is gay, their father rejects him, cutting him from his will. How will the family navigate the stormy seas that result?
When young Hugo receives a poor report from his teacher, it serves as a catalyst for his father to intensify his brutal campaign against Hugo and his mum. Will they ever be safe?
Emma is a new teacher, doing her best for the kids in her class. When the principal increases the frequency of the parent–teacher interviews she must conduct, it’s enough to drive Emma to drink. Will she ever get better at this dreaded part of her job?
A Thousand Paper Cups explores themes of homophobia and family harm, while offering readers a mix of humour and heartfelt moments.
Where to buy
Jodie’s books are available through Wheelers or direct from the author.
A Thousand Paper Cups
Jodie Shelley
An engaging and amusing Kiwi tale, set against a backdrop of failed parent–teacher interactions and fashion crimes. Hilarious and heartbreaking in turn, A Thousand Paper Cups explores the blight of family harm, homophobia and the misplaced loyalties of children to their imperfect parents.
The Lewis brothers are each making their way in the world, but when youngest brother Benjamin reveals he is gay, their father rejects him, cutting him from his will. How will the family navigate the stormy seas that result?
When young Hugo receives a poor report from his teacher, it serves as a catalyst for his father to intensify his brutal campaign against Hugo and his mum. Will they ever be safe?
Emma is a new teacher, doing her best for the kids in her class. When the principal increases the frequency of the parent–teacher interviews she must conduct, it’s enough to drive Emma to drink. Will she ever get better at this dreaded part of her job?
A Thousand Paper Cups explores themes of homophobia and family harm, while offering readers a mix of humour and heartfelt moments.
Where to buy
Jodie’s books are available through Wheelers or direct from the author.