Books like The Bed and Breakfast Star

I read and then re-read this book several times as a child; I loved the character of Elsa and her fondness for cheesy jokes (although at that age, they aren't cheesy - just hilarious!) As ever, Wilson writes of a difficult subject in this story, and unfortunately one that effects thousands and thousands of children every day. Homelessness is a very real issue, and as an adult it is intriguing to be able to look back at this story and see it through the eyes of a child. Staying in a bed and breakfast sounds amazingly fun when you're ten years old. As an adult, living in poverty? Not so much. I can vividly recall so many supporting characters from this book and several scenes I remember with fondness. This book doesn't feature the traditional happy ending of many other children's authors, but that is perhaps what makes Wilsons writing exceptional.