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Author, Historical Fiction
Book Reviews
"By illuminating the party’s incredible tragedy through the sorrowful eyes of a young girl, Herman shines a bright, ominous light that will never go out. An even handed, informative account of an American catastrophe.”
-Kirkus Reviews
“This book could be of great significance if placed in classrooms throughout California as part of the social studies curriculum. I highly recommend this book to all ages alike.”
–San Francisco Book Review.
“... should be required reading for California students. It’s going on my child’s summer reading list.”
–Heidi Komlofske-Rojek, President & CEO, City Book Review
THE GIRL ON
VALENCIA STREET
The lives of five survivors intertwine during the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and fire.
Coming Soon
I love history. At its core, it is about human nature: learning how others who have come before us have overcome challenges—some of which we still face today. History can give us a deeper perspective and can provide solace and hope, knowing we have been through tough times before.
-Doris Kearns Goodman
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