Praise for Breakout : A Junior Library Guild Selection "A 13-year-old navigates ''the Acne Scale of Doom,'' strained friendships, and parental insensitivity in this fresh and funny drama . Candid, humorous narration centers adolescent angst while highlighting financial tension in a family anchored by separated, blue-collar parents who ''can''t afford to get a real divorce,'' resulting in another snappy, sensitive, and sage offering from Wyman." -- Publishers Weekly "A humorous coming-of-age novel with zits, separated parents, complicated friendships, and therapy dogs . Wyman authentically portrays multidimensional teens and adults, expertly pacing the intergenerational interactions among characters who care for each other but sometimes need to learn to listen to different perspectives . A witty story about feeling good in your own skin that rings true emotionally." -- Kirkus Reviews "This novel of ''dogs, stress, and breakouts'' ends on a hopeful note, promoting the value of mental-health awareness, intervention, and honest, clear communication." -- Booklist Praise for Slouch: A USA TODAY BESTSELLER A Kansas NEA Reading Circle List Selection A Bank Street Best Children''s Book of the Year A Barnes & Noble Best Kids'' Books of the Month Selection An Amazon.com Best Book of the Month for Ages 9-12 A Publishers Weekly New and Noteworthy Children''s and YA Books of the Month Selection A Junior Library Guild Selection "This fresh, heartfelt slam dunk from Wyman entwines enthralling details about debate into a story that probes financial precarity and adolescent insecurity.
Whip-smart prose and potent middle school drama keep the pages turning, but it''s the accessible conversation about bodily autonomy, consent, privacy, and social media''s influence that make this a standout read." -- Publishers Weekly , STARRED REVIEW "Wyman''s character work shines in Stevie''s relationships, as the highs and lows of friendship ebb and flow naturally; Stevie''s relationship with her brother is especially realistic and poignant . Stevie''s self-consciousness, path to more confidence, willingness to take up space, and journey to finding her place are sure to be relatable for readers of all heights." -- Booklist "Wyman imbues Stevie''s story arc with blossoming self-awareness . An upbeat ''you do you'' message delivered with a valuable side of ''your body is your own'' awareness." -- Kirkus Reviews "Compelling . Themes such as safe social media practices, friendship, complicated crushes, self-confidence, and the plight of working families who can''t make ends meet offer levity to the story that is sure to resonate with young readers." -- School Library Journal Praise for Jawbreaker: **A USA TODAY BESTSELLER** An Indies Introduce Pick A Kids'' Indie Next Pick A Kirkus Reviews Bestseller A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year An Amazon Best Book of the Year An American Booksellers Association Best Book for Young Readers of the Year A Target Monthly Book Club Pick A Readerlink Buzz Pick A New York Times "Books for Kids Starting Middle School" Selection Nerdy Book Awards Middle Grade Fiction Winner William Allen White Children''s Book Award Nominee Indiana Young Hoosier Book Award Nominee, Intermediate Titles (Grades 3-5) Kids All Iowa Reads selection A Junior Library Guild Selection "A courageous story about developing ''brace'' under pressure .
" -- The New York Times " Smile meets Wonder. " -- Publishers Weekly , STARRED REVIEW "A hugely relatable must-read: witty, intensely emotional, and full of heart." -- Kirkus Reviews , STARRED REVIEW "Heartfelt and often heartbreakingly realistic . Wyman demonstrates an impressive ability to conjure up both the pain and delight of middle school with immediacy and empathy." -- BookPage , STARRED REVIEW "An inspiring underdog tale." -- Booklist "Smart and savvy, Jawbreaker is the novel you wish you had read as a kid and are grateful that kids get to read today." --Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, A School Library Journal Blog "An honest, funny, and gut-wrenching tale of bullying, family conflict, and orthodontia." --Alyssa Raymond, Copper Dog Books Bookseller.