{"title":"Cliff Burke","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by the talented author Cliff Burke. Known for his engaging storytelling and relatable characters, Cliff Burke has captivated young readers with his charming and heartfelt tales. His debut novel, \u003cem\u003eAn Occasionally Happy Family\u003c\/em\u003e, is a delightful read that falls under the Children's Books category, perfect for kids seeking adventure and warmth in their reading journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Occasionally Happy Family\u003c\/em\u003e explores the themes of family, friendship, and self-discovery through the eyes of a young protagonist. With a skill for balancing humour and emotional depth, Cliff Burke introduces readers to a world where they can see themselves reflected and learn valuable life lessons along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCliff Burke's writing style invites children to empathise with his characters, offering them an opportunity to navigate life's ups and downs with curiosity and compassion. His books are not only entertaining but also serve as a conduit for important conversations between young readers and their caregivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this growing collection and let your child embark on unforgettable journeys crafted by Cliff Burke, where smiles and moments of contemplation are guaranteed on every page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"an-occasionally-happy-family-by-cliff-burke-9780063286672","title":"An Occasionally Happy Family","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGordon Korman meets \u003cem\u003eThe Great Outdoors\u003c\/em\u003e in this funny and moving debut about a boy who goes on a disastrous family vacation (sweltering heat! bear chases!) that ends with a terrible surprise: his dad's new girlfriend.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are \u003cem\u003ezero\u003c\/em\u003e reasons for Theo Ripley to look forward to his family vacation. Not only are he, sister Laura, and nature-obsessed Dad going to Big Bend, the least popular National Park, but once there, the family will be camping. And Theo is an indoor animal. It doesn’t help that this will be the first vacation they’re taking since Mom passed away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce there, the family contends with 110 degree days, wild bears, and an annoying amateur ornithologist and his awful teenage vlogger son. Then, Theo’s dad hits him with a whopper of a surprise: the whole trip is just a trick to introduce his secret new girlfriend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheo tries to squash down the pain in his chest. But when it becomes clear that this is an auditioning-to-be-his-stepmom girlfriend, Theo must find a way to face his grief and talk to his dad before his family is forever changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46542145126636,"sku":"9780063286672","price":37.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14070823482210.jpg?v=1749702255"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/cliff-burke.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}