My Life as a Book : A 2011 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year "Give this to kids who think they don't like reading. It might change their minds." -- Booklist , starred review "A kinder, gentler Wimpy Kid with all the fun and more plot." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Sure to engage fans of Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid books as well as those looking for a spunky, contemporary boy with a mystery to solve." -- School Library Journal My Life as a Stuntboy : "Another fun, emotionally resonant read for the Wimpy Kid set and beyond." -- Kirkus Reviews "A fast-moving plot and relatable protagonist make this stand-alone sequel a good choice for boys who, like Derek, would rather reach for a TV remote or game controller than a book." -- School Library Journal "Fans of the first will be utterly delighted by this sequel and anxious to see what Jake will turn up as next." -- The Bulletin "This is a great package for kids, especially those like Derek who don't think they like to read.

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