Shai  Emmie Star in Break an Egg!, Quvenzhane Wallis
Shai  Emmie Star in Break an Egg!, Quvenzhane Wallis
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Shai & Emmie Star in Break an Egg!

Author: Quvenzhané Wallis, Nancy Ohlin

Series: A Shai & Emmie Story #1

Narrator: Quvenzhané Wallis

Unabridged: 1 hr 16 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/03/2017


Synopsis

From Academy Award–nominated actress Quvenzhané Wallis comes the first story in a brand-new series about best friends Shai and Emmie, two third graders destined for superstardom.

Shai Williams was born to be a star (or a veterinarian—and maybe a dentist). She attends a special elementary school for the performing arts, and her grandma Rosa and aunt Mac-N-Cheese are both actresses. So Shai is shocked when she doesn’t get the lead role in the third-grade musical. Instead, the part goes to the new girl, Gabby Supreme, who thinks she is better than everyone else.

To add insult to injury, Ms. Gremillion has now asked Shai to help Gabby with the role. Shai reluctantly agrees and enlists Emmie to help, but Gabby isn’t going to make it easy. As opening night draws near, Shai discovers that making a new friend is sometimes like putting on a show—it requires dedication, patience, and lots and lots of practice.

About Quvenzhané Wallis

Quvenzhané Wallis knows a thing or two about creating memorable characters. For her feature film debut, Beasts of the Southern Wild, she was nominated for an Academy Award. Shortly after, she received a Golden Globe nomination for her work as the title character in Annie. She has also appeared in 12 Years a SlaveThe Prophet, and Fathers and Daughters. Quvenzhané is a daughter, a sister, a model, a singer, a dancer, an actress, an author, a student, and a pet owner. She has many talents and is always willing to try something new. She lives in Louisiana with her family. She is the author of the Shai and Emmie series and A Night Out with Mama.

About Nancy Ohlin

Nancy Ohlin is the author of ConsentAlwaysForever; and Beauty. She is also the author of the Shai & Emmie series with Quevenzhané Wallis. Born in Tokyo, Japan, Nancy divided her time between there and Ohio. She received a BA in English from the University of Chicago, and she lives in Ithaca, New York, with her family. Learn more at NancyOhlin.com.


Reviews

11/13/2017 ** Shai (pronounced /Shay/) and Emmie are friends attending an elementary performing arts magnet school in Atlanta; Gabby is the new girl moving from Hollywood and somewhat disgruntled about moving to a "small town." This is the perfect setting for girl drama as Shai and Gabby both try ou......more

Goodreads review by Phyllis

Very delightful for young people......more

Goodreads review by Monique

Finished an adult read so now back to my kiddos--keep my reading varied and fresh..wanted something new, short and amazing to maybe do a readaloud, definitely to recommend and this one is written by a beautiful young Academy-award nominated little actress..This adorable easy to read follows a little......more

Goodreads review by Joanne

This was a cute series opener for a young chapter book reader. The plot was pretty well developed and layered. There were plenty of lessons and details about acting. The main character has to manage her emotions, expectations, and peers. She has a large supportive family. The art was primitive but c......more