

Holm, New York Times–bestselling and Newbery Honor author and co-creator of Sunny Side Up and the Babymouse series “Sure to be loved by anyone who has ever felt like an outsider.” -Victoria Jamieson, New York Times–bestselling and Newbery Honor author of Roller Girl “Nails what it’s like to navigate elementary-school friendships.” - Parents Magazine “A wonderfully observed portrait of finding one’s place in your world.” - Publishers Weekly, starred review “Bound to resonate with most readers, especially fans of Raina Telgemeier.” - School Library Journal, starred review

“Shows us the incredible kindness and solidarity that girls can and do display.” - The Mary Sue “A heart-stabbing tale of the everyday social agonies of girlhood.” - Wall Street Journal “Wistful, affecting, and utterly charming.” - Booklist, starred review There is something about it that's so wonderful." - NPR They love to talk about the friendships, I love that I am discussing all of these issues through the lives of these girls. “The book's truth is as vibrant as its art.” - Washington Post “Fresh and funny.” - New York Times Book Review

“A natural suggestion for fans of Cece Bell and Raina Telgemeier, this book offers an honest, empathetic, and encouraging narrative for young readers braving the ups and downs of the tween years.” - Horn Book This glimpse into middle school is insightful, introspective, and important.” - Kirkus Reviews, starred review “A must-read for fans of Raina Telgemeier or Victoria Jamieson.

This authentic, important book will mean a great deal to many kids.” - School Library Journal, starred review “A terrific look at middle school culture. “This uncommonly honest portrayal of the lures and pitfalls of popularity will likely ring true to many elementary and middle-school readers.” - Booklist, starred review “Somehow, Hale and Pham have made the “normal girl” into the ultimate cool girl.” - The New York Times Book Review "With the combination of Hale’s lucid writing and Pham’s masterful portrayal of body and language and facial expression, this books homes in squarely and affirmingly on teen angst and worries." - Booklist, starred review Pham’s artwork is vibrant and appealing." - Kirkus "Capturing the visceral embarrassments of middle school in 1987 Salt Lake City, Shannon’s emotions are vivid and often excruciating. An outstanding follow-up to the first two volumes, and a must for graphic novel collections." - School Library Journal, starred review "Reading this book is like getting a hug from a friend who knows exactly what you’re going through.
