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Twerp

by Mark Goldblatt   |  Ages 11+
$8.90
Twerp
Twerp

Nostalgic journey of growth, friendship, and choices.

If you're in the mood for a coming-of-age story with a vintage New York backdrop, "Twerp" may be right up your alley. Julian Twerski’s adventures and missteps grounded in 1969 Queens offer a relatable look into the trials of adolescence. It's a thoughtful exploration of the complexities of friendship and the consequences of our actions, one that might remind you of the bittersweet moments of growing up.

  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Twerp

by Mark Goldblatt   |  Ages 11+
$8.90
ISBN: 9780375971426
Authors: Mark Goldblatt
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Date of Publication: 2013-05-28
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Chapter Books
Related Topics: Humor, Historical Fiction, Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.85
(rated by 3499 readers)

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It's not like I meant for him to get hurt. Julian Twerski isn't a bully. He's just made a big mistake. So when he returns to school after a weeklong suspension, his English teacher offers him a chance to keep a journal and write about the terrible incident that got him and his friends suspended, allowing him to avoid writing a report on Shakespeare. Julian jumps at the opportunity. Thus begins his account of life in sixth grade—blowing up homemade fireworks, writing a love letter for his best friend (with disastrous results), and worrying whether he's still the fastest kid in school. Lurking in the background, though, is the one story he can't bring himself to tell, the one story his teacher most wants to hear. Inspired by Mark Goldblatt's own childhood growing up in 1960s Queens, Twerp shines with humor and heart. This remarkably powerful story will have readers laughing and crying right along with these flawed but unforgettable characters.
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Nostalgic journey of growth, friendship, and choices.

If you're in the mood for a coming-of-age story with a vintage New York backdrop, "Twerp" may be right up your alley. Julian Twerski’s adventures and missteps grounded in 1969 Queens offer a relatable look into the trials of adolescence. It's a thoughtful exploration of the complexities of friendship and the consequences of our actions, one that might remind you of the bittersweet moments of growing up.

  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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