Why Fathers Cry at Night: A Memoir in Love Poems, Letters, Recipes, and Remembrances

This powerful memoir from a #1 New York Times bestselling author and Newbery Medalist features poetry, letters, recipes, and other personal artifacts that provide an intimate look into his life and th…

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