# Hold on to Your Music: The Inspiring True Story of the Children of Willesden Lane - Hardcover

by **Mona Golabek** (Author), **Lee Cohen** (Author), **Emil Sher** (Adapted by)

**Discover the inspiring illustrated true story about one girl's escape from the Holocaust to become a concert pianist against all odds, made popular by the beloved novel _The Children of Willesden Lane_.**

In pre-World War II Vienna, Lisa Jura was a musical prodigy who dreamed of becoming a concert pianist. But when enemy forces threatened the city--particularly the Jewish people that lived there--Lisa's parents were forced to make a difficult decision. They chose to send Lisa to London for safety through the Kindertransport--a rescue effort that relocated Jewish children. As Lisa yearned to be reunited with her family while living in a home for refugee children on Willesden Lane, her music became a beacon of hope for those around her.

A true story of courage, survival, and determination, this compelling tribute to a gifted young girl has already touched the lives of many around the world. Originally published in 2017 for older readers, _The Children of Willesden Lane_ has sold hundreds of thousands of copies globally; now this picture book retelling will inspire a new generation.

### Author Biography

**Mona Golabek** is a Grammy-nominated recording artist, internationally celebrated concert pianist, star of the one-woman show _The Pianist of Willesden Lane,_ and author of _The Children of Willesden Lane._ She has traveled the globe sharing her mother's inspirational message. This story will soon be a major motion picture.**Lee Cohen** is a journalist, screenwriter, and poet.  
**Emil Sher** is an author and playwright living in Toronto.  
**Sonia Possentini** is a fine artist and illustrator living in Modena, Italy.

**Number of Pages:** 40

**Dimensions:** 0.5 x 11 x 8.7 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** January 12, 2021

## Details

- **Price:** 18.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
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