It's the last day of school and Henry is looking forward to receiving the Perfect Attendance Award. But he's faced with a decision: He can either show up to receive his award, or try to fill his father's shoes and help out his younger brother Eugene. Garlic Bread for Eugene is a warm and loving tale of family, community and learning to cope with the loss of a parent.

Heath uses sixth-grade Henry to weave a powerful message about family relationships when he takes us on a morning-long odyssey to secure the ingredients needed to make Dad's special garlic bread for a school picnic. Henry learns that making decisions with conviction in an effort to “do the right thing” holds merit, and may be just what was needed to help his brother and himself come to terms with the death of their father.

About The Author:
Michael Heath was born and raised in a small community on the Jersey Shore. His debut novel Garlic Bread for Eugene mirrors the sentimentality of a bygone era when neighbors helped neighbors, kids rode their bikes to school, and simple traditions like school picnics could create memories that resonated for a lifetime. Michael lives in Monmouth County, NJ with his youngest son, and works as an account manager in New York City.