Backstage: Stories of a Writing Life by Donna Leon Children's Forest & Tree Books One of Studio Ghibli’s most

One of Studio Ghibli’s most beloved classics

“An unputdownable modern-day take on The Great Gatsby

The Outsiders is a dramatic and enduring work of fiction that laid the groundwork for the YA genre

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Backstage: Stories of a Writing Life by Donna Leon Children's Forest & Tree Books One of Studio Ghibli’s mostA memorable collection of stories and essays on writing, reading, teaching, and Venice by the celebrated author of the bestselling Guido Brunetti series Donna Leons memoir, Wandering through Life, gave her legions of fans a colorful tour through her life, from childhood in New Jersey to adventures in China and Iran, to her love of Venice and opera. Nowhere, however, did she discuss her writing life. In Backstage, Donna reveals her admiration for, and