The Odd Squad: Bully Bait (An Odd Squad Book) - Hardcover

Fry, Michael

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1423169247 ISBN 13: 9781423169246

Publisher: Hyperion Book CH, 2013

Synopsis

Nick is the shortest seventh-grader in the history of the world (he’s pretty sure), doesn’t fit in with any groups or clubs (who needs ’em?), and spends more time inside than outside his locker (they’re roomier than you’d think).

Things only get worse when a well-intentioned guidance counselor forces Nick to join the school’s lamest club along with fellow misfits Molly and Karl in her quest to cure all three of their “peer allergies.” What starts off as a reluctant band of hopeless oddballs morphs into an effective and empowered team ready to face whatever middle school throws at them, including bullies, awkward romance, zany adults, and a brave new world of surprising friendships.

Renowned cartoonist Michael Fry brings an unforgettable cast of characters to life in an illustrated novel brimming with honesty, humor, and heart.

About this title

About the Author

Michael Fry is the co-creator and writer of several comic strips, including Over the Hedge, which is featured in newspapers nationwide and was adapted into the hit animated movie of the same name. In addition to his work as a cartoonist, Michael is the founder of RingTales, a company that animates print comics for all digital media, and is an active blogger, tweeter, and public speaker, as well as the proud father to two adult daughters.

Originally from Minneapolis, Michael currently lives with his wife in Austin, Texas, where he is hard at work on the next Odd Squad adventure.

Review

"Funny and sweet with a steely centre." - Neil Gaiman, New York Times best-selling author of Coraline and the Newbery Award-winning The Graveyard Book

"An important message, humorously delivered, that will appeal to Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans." - Kirkus Reviews

"...the first Odd Squad title offers an entertaining take on some familiar themes by blending humor, absurdity, and realism into a supportive message. ...(an) enjoyable read, which is likely to appeal to Wimpy Kid readers." -- Booklist

"The small cartoon illustrations on almost every page are the highlight of the book. Especially funny are the depictions of Nick's yoga-practicing grandmother, Meemaw, who always has the perfect wisecrack to sum up a situation. The first of a series, this title will be enjoyed by fans of Jeff Kinney's "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" books." - School Library Journal

The oddball humor is the book's biggest appeal, with plenty of age-appropriate jokes that dabble in both witticisms and more scatological content. Fry (author of the Over the Hedge comic strip) provides grayscale spot illustrations throughout that are essential to the story, often delivering a joke's final punchline or a zingy one-liner. With their bulging eyes and large heads, figures are just slightly misproportioned, adding to the book's playful tone."  The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.

"This is a must have, must-read, must-sell book for all 8-14 year olds and those of us 50+ readers who never grew up," - Judy Wrolson of Cornerstone Cottage Kids

About this edition

• Publisher: Hyperion Book CH
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1423169247
• ISBN 13: 9781423169246
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224
• Illustrator: Fry Michael