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Immerse yourself in the poignant story of 'Penny Candy', a captivating trade paperback that celebrates the struggles and triumphs of family life amid societal challenges. This powerful tale debuted at the Dallas Theater Center in 2019 and paints a vivid picture of young Jon-Jon, who finds himself navigating the bittersweet realities of growing up in a candy house - a notion that seems delightful but hides deeper complexities. Set against the backdrop of his father’s candy shop, Paw Paw's Candy Tree, located in a one-bedroom apartment, Jon-Jon must confront the harsh realities of his neighborhood, Pleasant Grove, Dallas, where violence and drug epidemics challenge their existence. This 2022 publication from Deep Vellum Publishing not only illuminates the resilience of families but also highlights the importance of community ties in the face of adversity. As readers delve into this beautifully told narrative, they will appreciate the balance between responsibility and love that defines the characters' lives. 'Penny Candy' is a must-read for those exploring themes of family dynamics, urban struggles, and the sweet yet challenging childhood experiences that resonate deeply. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781646051052. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2022. Publisher: Deep Vellum Publishing.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781646051052
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Deep Vellum Publishing
Description:
penny candy: a confection, which had its acclaimed premiere at the Dallas Theater Center in 2019, follows one family as they seek to balance their responsibilities to their community and to one another. Growing up in a candy house sounds like every kid’s dream. But for 12-year-old Jon-Jon, helping his father run Paw Paw’s Candy Tree out of their run-down one-bedroom apartment isn’t quite a dream come true. As their neighborhood of Pleasant Grove, Dallas sees a surge of violence fueled by epidemic drug use and increasing racial tensions, the business begins to fail and danger looms immediately outside the family's front door.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781646051052
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Deep Vellum Publishing
Description:
penny candy: a confection, which had its acclaimed premiere at the Dallas Theater Center in 2019, follows one family as they seek to balance their responsibilities to their community and to one another. Growing up in a candy house sounds like every kid’s dream. But for 12-year-old Jon-Jon, helping his father run Paw Paw’s Candy Tree out of their run-down one-bedroom apartment isn’t quite a dream come true. As their neighborhood of Pleasant Grove, Dallas sees a surge of violence fueled by epidemic drug use and increasing racial tensions, the business begins to fail and danger looms immediately outside the family's front door.