Jane Allen Center

By Edith Bancroft

Jane Allen: Center follows a young girl preparing to leave her cherished ranch in Montana as she readies for her junior year at college. The narrative captures her conflicting emotions about leaving behind her father and aunt, blending excitement with apprehension. The opening scenes portray a gentle summer rain setting a reflective mood while Jane interacts warmly with family members, including an uncle and aunt who influence her life. Her optimistic and lively personality emerges amid these moments of farewell. A letter arrives announcing that a scholarship connected to her has been awarded to a Polish artist, signaling challenges and changes she will face in her academic and social world. The story explores themes of growth, responsibility, and the evolving nature of relationships as Jane anticipates her return to college life. The opening sets a tone of hopeful transition, highlighting the complex mix of anticipation and uncertainty that accompanies a young person stepping into a new phase of life.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371468769
• ISBN13: 9789371468763
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"