Starlight In A Dark Sky

<p>Set in the uncertain months after 9/11 <strong><em>Starlight in a Dark Sky: Breadcrumbs to the Stars</em></strong> is a heartfelt coming-of-age novel about resilience self-expression and the quiet bravery found on the Homefront. Sixteen-year-old Eli Fomes is familiar with the invisible weight carried by military families. When her father's deployment extends far longer than expected she must navigate shifting friendships growing responsibilities and a community that feels suspended in time.</p><p>To cope Eli creates a secret zine that becomes a private space for honesty and reflection. What begins as a quiet project grows into something that connects students across her school who also feel unseen. With the help of old friends new friendships and late-night stargazing set to early 2000s mixtapes Eli discovers how small acts of creativity can offer light during uncertain seasons.</p><p></p><p>This novel offers teachers librarians and teens a thoughtful exploration of identity belonging and the strength young people find in each other. Perfect for readers who enjoy <em>The </em><strong><em>Perks of Being a Wallflower</em> <em>Eleanor and Park</em> <em>The Things We Leave Behind</em> and <em>The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise</em>.</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>A nostalgic heartwarming look at adolescence in a military family filled with the emotions and rhythms of life on the Homefront.</strong></p><p> Stars and Stripes (Living Section Oct 24 2025)</p><p></p><p>Also featured in <strong>Stars and Stripes</strong> the global newspaper connecting U.S. service members and families worldwide.</p>