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About The Book
Amelia tackles being the new kid in a small town in the first book of the hilarious and heartwarming Eisner and Harvey Award–nominated middle grade graphic novel series—now with a brand-new look!
Meet Amelia Louise McBride! She’s a nine-year-old former New Yorker who just moved to a small town with her mom after her parents’ divorce. Being the new kid in school can be tough, but she’s got her mom and Aunt Tanner (who happens to be an ex-rock star), and even some new friends!
Together, Amelia, Reggie, Rhonda, and Pajamaman take on bullies (and Santa!), barely survive gym class, and receive a disgustingly detailed explanation of the infamous Sneeze Barf!
This relatable and hilarious book combines graphic novel artwork and traditional comic strip styles for a dynamic reading experience.
Meet Amelia Louise McBride! She’s a nine-year-old former New Yorker who just moved to a small town with her mom after her parents’ divorce. Being the new kid in school can be tough, but she’s got her mom and Aunt Tanner (who happens to be an ex-rock star), and even some new friends!
Together, Amelia, Reggie, Rhonda, and Pajamaman take on bullies (and Santa!), barely survive gym class, and receive a disgustingly detailed explanation of the infamous Sneeze Barf!
This relatable and hilarious book combines graphic novel artwork and traditional comic strip styles for a dynamic reading experience.
About The Author
Photograph by Tawyna Wagner Photography
Jimmy Gownley began writing and drawing comics at the age of fifteen. He is an advocate for kids’ comics, having cofounded the organization Kids Love Comics, which works to promote comic books and graphic novels as a valuable tool for literacy and education in schools, libraries, and at home. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their twin daughters, Stella and Anna, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
About The Illustrator
Photograph by Tawyna Wagner Photography
Jimmy Gownley began writing and drawing comics at the age of fifteen. He is an advocate for kids’ comics, having cofounded the organization Kids Love Comics, which works to promote comic books and graphic novels as a valuable tool for literacy and education in schools, libraries, and at home. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their twin daughters, Stella and Anna, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Product Details
- Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers (April 7, 2026)
- Length: 192 pages
- ISBN13: 9781665989930
- Grades: 3 - 7
- Ages: 8 - 12
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Raves and Reviews
"A Peanuts for the twenty-first century." -- Comics Buyer's Guide
"Side-splittingly hilarious." -- Library Journal
"Amelia is the most lovable smart-aleck since Peanuts' Lucy...sure to put you in a tickle-your-funnybone mood!" -- Megan McDonald, author of the Judy Moody series
"Amelia's family and friends will take up permanent residence in your heart." -- Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle, creators of Kim Possible
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Book Cover Image (jpg): The Whole World's Crazy
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Author Photo (jpg): Jimmy Gownley Photograph by Tawyna Wagner Photography(0.3 MB)
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