In a time when the cost of being kind meant risking it all, courage meant everything. For Sarah, the unyielding bravery of an unlikely ally will show her just how mighty the force of kindness can be.

White Bird: A Wonder Story is a must-listen for fans of R.J. Palacio’s Auggie & Me, expanding on the characters he introduced in his beloved Wonder. Looking back at the young life of Julian’s Grandmother, Grandmére, this moving story follows Sara, a young Jewish girl living in Nazi-occupied France during World War II. When the threat of becoming another casualty of the Holocaust turns into a terrifying reality, Sara will have to rely on the kindness of an ostracized classmate to save her life. Her harrowing experience leads listeners on a path of forgiveness, heart-changing compassion, and bravery that transcends time.

Winner of the New York Public Library Best Book of the Year, White Bird offers the perfect opportunity for parents to create a powerful connection to the past while focusing on the value of kindness in the present. A New York Times bestselling author, Palacio has crafted a captivating story that will leave young listeners with invaluable lessons about the importance of friendship and acceptance, especially amid a crisis, disaster, or war.

The audiobook is performed by a full-cast, led by Hillary Huber, Emily Ellet, and Michael Crouch. A film adaptation, starring powerhouses Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson, is currently in the works, slated for release in 2023. A wonderful addition to the Wonder family, White Bird, will enthrall young children and lead to eye-opening conversations that are more important now than ever.