The Dance is Doomed: "Peopled with deliciously over-the-top characters.this lighthearted novel holds some surprising insights into middle school dynamics. The cartoon illustrations on almost every page add to the book's quirky humor." -- School Library Journal The Principal's Underwear is Missing: "Along with an arresting title and laughs aplenty, this helter-skelter caper features two middle-schoolers who aren't quite as typecast as they seem. Kowitt's cartoon insertions supply the romp with punchlines and wry visual commentary."-- Booklist Loser List: "The story unfolds in a handwritten-looking font on lined pages amid ample spot illustrations. Cartoons, sidebars, and lists (Top Three Signs You're Going to Summer School) should enhance the book's appeal for reluctant readers." -- Publishers Weekly "Humorous line drawings help tell the story, making this a fun and accessible book for reluctant readers and comics fans.

" -- Booklist Loser List #2: Revenge of the Loser: "Written in the same style as the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books (Abrams), this title will definitely appeal to reluctant readers." -- School Library Journal "Lively, humorous, journal-like narrative, which is interspersed with cartoons, incorporates issues ranging from insecurity and jealousy to appreciating others. An entertaining school-centric read that's ideal for reluctant readers and comic book fans." -- Booklist.