The Braid Girls, Sherri Winston
The Braid Girls, Sherri Winston
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The Braid Girls

Author: Sherri Winston

Narrator: Erin Ruth Walker, Tyla Collier, Jade Wheeler

Unabridged: 5 hr 37 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/13/2023


Synopsis

Maggie's world is turned upside down when she learns that her father, whom she admires, has a second daughter, Callie, whom no one knew existed. But she won't let a new family member get in the way of her summer plans with her best friend, Daija. They're determined to make tons of money braiding hair for kids around the neighborhood. Daija's always felt like she had a sister in Maggie. So she can't let Maggie's new half-sister, Callie, take her place! And she can't let her interfere with their new Braid Girls business either. She needs the money to pay for extra ballet lessons so she can go en pointe and earn a spot in the fall dance showcase, making her distant father proud at last—if she pulls this off, he'll have to pay attention to her. Callie's still grieving her late mom. Now she's leaving her old home in the Bahamas behind, including her old school and friends to move in with the father she's never met, plus his family. When she hears of Maggie's and Daija's business, she sees a chance to prove her skills and a way to be accepted. With three very different girls on board, the Braid Girls arrive to a summer camp full of kids with locs begging to be braided. Business is booming, until rival Angela shows up with her friends and starts a new braiding business—the Sistahs Who Braid. With competition heating up, the Braid Girls are sure to have an unforgettable summer.

About Sherri Winston

Sherri Winston is the author of President of the Whole Fifth Grade, President of the Whole Sixth Grade, President of the Whole Sixth Grade: Girl Code, The Sweetest Sound, The Kayla Chronicles, Lotus Bloom and the Afro Revolution, and Jada Sly, Artist & Spy. She lives with her family in Florida.

About Erin Ruth Walker

Erin Ruth Walker graduated with a bachelor's degree in acting from Boston University and went on to perform in film, television, and theater. She enjoys lending her voice to multiple genres, including young adult, thriller, and fantasy.

About Tyla Collier

Tyla Collier is a trained actor, singer, dancer, and audiobook narrator who received her bachelor's degree in musical theater from the Boston Conservatory. She has performed professionally off-Broadway as well as in numerous regional theaters around the country. She currently resides in New York City. For more information, visit TylaCollier.com.

About Jade Wheeler

Jade Wheeler is an actor of the screen, stage, and booth. She has recorded nonfiction, self-help, and educational material as well as fiction, fantasy, and YA.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Yamini on May 29, 2023

A tale of 3 very different young girls who spend a summer together and discover their true personalities. Of what it means to lose a parent and carry on, venture into the world and make a little something, of their own this summer vacation. As these 3 start of their new business of braiding, life al......more

Goodreads review by Alexandra on August 08, 2024

Thank you to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review. :) A solid middle grade that celebrates friendship and displays amazing examples of resolving conflict with friends and standing up for yourself. This is a quick read that I think nea......more

Goodreads review by Julia on June 08, 2023

What a lovely read! A story about three young girls, around the age of 12, their families and friendships. I loved Maggie's and Daija's friendship and how they dealt with a new half sister suddenly appearing in their life. This is a warm story about finding your family and friends, about trust and loya......more

Goodreads review by Zoe on June 03, 2023

Maggie and Daija have plans to earn money over the summer by braiding hair at summer camp. But then Maggie's half-sister, Callie arrives and the three girls struggle to figure out how to go into business together and how to handle sudden new business rivals across the street. The Braid Girls is a gr......more

Goodreads review by Caitlin on July 02, 2024

This story is told from three perspectives and would be a good read for MG readers about friendship, business, and growing up.......more