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New Swedish Books 24 Paola Persson Peroni - Every
one’s Friend What people didn’t seem to understand was that Paola would be a great best friend if only she knew someone a bit more like herself – someone who also loved words, mummies and daydreaming. Someone who knew just what the other one was thinking and feeling. Someone who would whisper comforting words in her ear every time the class’s queen bully tried to boss her around. Or someone who could help you get out of embarrassing situations – like when you have to pee really badly whilst sitting in a tree during a film shoot... But could there even be such a kindred spirit, and if so, where? This is a warm and relatable book about friendship for ages 6 to 9. It is the first book in a series about 11-yearold Paola Persson Peroni. Emi Gunér, Maja Säfström The jury: Children’s lives are not always easy. A touching story of friendship. Children’s fiction, 6–9 years, 151 p. Emi Gunér, Maja Säfström (ill.) Publisher Natur & Kultur Rights Koja Agency Carin Bacho carin.bacho@kojaagency.com Photo: private Photo: Rikkard Häggbom