"My Life as an Alphabet" is a captivating children's book written in 2013 by Australian author Barry Jonsberg. The novel follows Candice Phee, a young woman as she navigates many adventures and challenges. The book has been rewarded for its fresh take on life and insightful knowledge about the world around her. The book has been able to connect with readers of all ages.
The novel is written in first person as Candice's class project, following the 'alphabet recount' pattern. The author writes about nonfictional occurrences, with each paragraph or chapter beginning with a new letter of the alphabet. Candice, who is clever and diligent, goes above and beyond and writes enough to fill a book. Candice's writing allows readers to get to know the
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Candice craves friendship, but she doesn't understand why she doesn't have any until Douglas Benson enters her class. Douglas is sure that he is from another dimension and has dedicated his life to finding a path back. Candice takes everything in stride, and the two create an instant bond.
Candice is a very optimistic individual, as indicated by her continuing hope that her pen pal will respond. She does not have an affectionate nature. She appeared to be a very awkward person due to her lack of knowledge about people and how to handle them. She makes every effort to connect with people she doesn't know. She is a really honest individual who does not hold anything back. Candice wants her penpal Denice would respond all day, but there are a few reasons why she may not have received a response, such as having moved her address.
Candice's family has been crumbling since her mother's cancer diagnosis, and she is grieving the death of a kid named Sky. Her father is upset because he cannot afford to keep his family together and is not as well-off as Rich Uncle Brian. Candice's father works the majority of the day, and Rich Uncle Brian is lonely and without a