Honors and Reviews

Honors

• A New York Times (#2) USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Amazon (#1), and Indie (#1) bestseller

• a Junior Library Guild selection

• a Chicago Public Library's "Best of the Best Books of 2019"

• an NPR book concierge recommended title for 2019

• a Texas Maverick Graphic Novels Reading List selection

• a Today.com recommended title

• an ALA Rise list selection

• a Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Award nominee

Reviews

“Somehow, Hale and Pham have made the “normal girl” into the ultimate cool girl.” ―The New York Times Book Review

“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

“A terrific look at middle school culture . . . This authentic, important book will mean a great deal to many kids.” ―School Library Journal, starred review

“A must-read for fans of Raina Telgemeier or Victoria Jamieson . . . This glimpse into middle school is insightful, introspective, and important.” ―Kirkus Reviews, starred 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