We Are Not Alone

A middle grade must read, showing there is humor and light to be found even in the darkest of times.

After his best friend dies, cancer survivor Sam is given a notebook filled with his friend’s mysterious theories about the universe, which sends loner Sam and popular girl Cat on a journey to find the secrets of the unknown—only to discover that the answers are closer than they think.

Praise for We Are Not Alone:

“A beautiful and original exploration of friendship, and its power to make us more than just the sum of our parts. Funny, tender and insightful, Sam’s voice will stay with readers long after they turn the final page.” —Ali Standish, award-winning author of The Ethan I Was Before and The Improbable Tales of Baskerville Hall

“Katryn Bury is a master of middle grade voice. We Are Not Alone is a powerful, heartfelt exploration of loss, grief, and friendship. I absolutely loved it.” —Michael Leali, award-winning author of The Civil War of Amos Abernathy and Matteo

“Bury expertly balances humor and heartache in We Are Not Alone. Sam’s story explores grief, new friendships, and starting over, but it also celebrates enticing mysteries of the unknown in a way that is sure to engage readers. A quietly powerful novel that will resonate long after the final page.” —A. J. Sass, award-winning author of Ellen Outside the Lines and Ana on the Edge

“Katryn Bury writes about grief and being a survivor with honesty and humor. A multifaceted gem!” —Jennifer Chambliss Bertman, New York Times bestselling author of the Book Scavenger series

“While Bury, herself a cancer survivor, intricately explores Sam’s conflicting emotions, Sam’s occasionally wry narration and imagined banter with Oscar add levity. . . . A moving, humorous exploration of friendship and trust.” —Kirkus

Rights details

• Ages 8 - 12