Once Upon a Phone

Genre: General Fiction, Coming of Age, Family

Suitable for ages 12+

Published October 2024

A story of love and determination

Hi. I’m Amelia. I live in a tiny fishing village called Hook by the Sea. My dilemma is I’m ten, and I really need a phone, but my parents can’t afford it, even if it counts for two birthdays and a Christmas, and even if they never have to give me another gift ever again! So, there’s only one thing to do: find a job and buy it myself. I know it’ll be tough, but I can do it, and along the way, maybe we’ll both learn a little about determination, disappointment, friendship, and love.

Once Upon a Phone first appeared as a twenty-eight-episode serial. Hence, the episode titles, numbers, and original notes from the author intended to keep you reading. If you’ve already read the story as a serial, you may be bored with this book because it’s a compilation of the twenty-eight episodes you’ve already read, unless you’re forgetful like me. Then, it just sounds strangely familiar.

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Listen to all 28 episodes on Audio:

Episode 1 Amelia Needs a Phone

Episode 2 Granger's Market

Episode 3 Stand-up Meeting

Episode 4 The Board

Episode 5 Holding the Bag

Episode 6 Cliffs Climb

Episode 7 10 Cliffside Terrace

Episode 8 Return to the Market