Deborah Blumenthal

In three interlinked stories, sisters Annie and Sophie argue over such issues as foods touching on a plate, quiet time, and pet ownership.

A girl and her father help plan the annual winter carnival in Saranac Lake Village, New York, as the girl's uncle and other prisoners work together to build its centerpiece, the ice palace.

Charlie the guinea pig becomes a Hollywood star but finds that stardom does not compare to the comforts of home.

Traces the life of fashion designer Judith Leiber, who used inspiration from her life to create extraordinary and fantastical handbags.