Product Details
Atheneum Books for Young Readers, September 2011
Hardcover, 160 pages
ISBN-10: 1416986138
ISBN-13: 9781416986133
Grades: 2 - 7
Description
Amelia McBride may be growing up, but she’s feeling down. If there’s one theme to her life, it’s that nothing lasts: not her parents’ marriage, not Aunt Tanner’s support, not the clubhouse for the Gathering of Awesome Super Pals (G.A.S.P.), not even her new spot on the stupid cheerleading squad. And while she’s learning all kinds of things about foot fungus, cheerwitches, and Reggie—who thinks Rhonda is CUTE?!—there’s still one thing Amelia can’t figure out, and that’s the meaning of life. It takes a grownup sort of tragedy for Amelia and her friends to realize that even when the world is scary, and life is as mystifying as ever, some things—like friendship—do last.
In Jimmy Gownley’s touching seventh installment of Amelia Rules!, Amelia may not find all the answers—but she does know how to ask the right questions. Who needs answers, anyway?
In Jimmy Gownley’s touching seventh installment of Amelia Rules!, Amelia may not find all the answers—but she does know how to ask the right questions. Who needs answers, anyway?
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"A standout graphic-novel series continues on its well-thought-out path...Gownley does not shy away from tough topics, presenting them in a way that is both approachable and understandable to kids. Reminiscent of an illustrated Alice McKinley, Amelia is growing up with her readership and taking them along on her often bumpy voyage. With all of the tribulations Amelia must deal with, she paints an accurate portrait of what preteens must deal with and how fast they sometimes have to grow up. Well done; here’s to the next installment."
-- Kirkus Reviews, July 15, 2011
“The seventh book in the Amelia Rules series is as well written and beautifully illustrated as readers have come to expect…the books remain a kid-friendly mix of humor and realism.”
-- Booklist, September 15, 2011
Jimmy Gownley's Books
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What Makes You HappyMeet Amelia Louise McBride. She’s been forced to move out of Manhattan after her parents decided to get divorced, and is now living in a small...Read More -
SuperheroesIn Book 3 of Amelia Rules!, Superheroes, the members of G.A.S.P. embrace their inner superheroes, even if it means wearing underwear over their pants.Read More
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When the Past Is a PresentIn Book 4 of Amelia Rules!, When the Past is a Present, Amelia discovers a box of old photos and learns about love, rebellion, and family.Read More
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The Whole World's CrazyMeet Amelia Louise McBride. She’s been forced to move out of Manhattan after her parents decided to get divorced, and is now living in a small...Read More
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True Things (Adults Don't Want Kids to Know)In the sixth Amelia Rules! Amelia helps Aunt Tanner resume her music career, Rhonda faces her popularity, and Reggie learns he can't be a kid forever.Read More
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The Tweenage Guide to Not Being UnpopularIn the first original Amelia Rules! from Atheneum, the gang encounters mobs, makeovers, and bad catch phrases in a daring attempt to not be unpopular.Read More
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A Very Ninja ChristmasIn Jimmy Gownley's Amelia Rules!: A Very Ninja Christmas, even Christmas is anything but typical with Amelia and the gang!Read More
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Her Permanent RecordThe eighth book in the underground sensation Amelia Rules! series takes Amelia on her most epic adventure yet!Read More
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