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The most hilarious, charming, realistic story of middle-grade
friendships you'll ever read, from Megan McCafferty, the mega
bestselling, beloved author of Sloppy Firsts. Twelve-year-old Ella
has everything she needs to take seventh grade by storm, from the
perfect outfit to the perfect new best friend. She's still not 100%
sure why cool, confident Morgan has chosen Ella to be her newest
sidekick, but Ella is flattered by the attention, even if it means
giving up some of the things she's always loved, like fantasy
novels . . . and her former best friend, Sophie. Ella feels a
little guilty about ditching Sophie, but middle school is no
laughing matter, and Ella knows that it'll be safer in popular
Morgan's shadow than by Sophie's side.But life as Morgan's best
friend is trickier than Ella imagined. Everything has to be
perfect, from their "on brand" selfies to the videos they record of
them singing. And the more demanding Morgan becomes, the more Ella
starts to wonder if she made the right choice. But Sophie already
has a new best friend, leaving Ella feeling more alone and out of
place than ever.So when Ella discovers a new activity that she's
really good at -- a hopelessly dorky sport that Morgan has
forbidden her from pursuing, Ella has to ask herself what matters
more: popularity . . . or staying true to herself? But does she
even know who she really is without loyal Sophie by her side?
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Bumped (Paperback)
Megan McCafferty
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A virus has swept the world, making everyone over the age of
eighteen infertile. Teenagers are now the most prized members of
society, and would-be parents desperately bid for "conception
contracts" with the prettiest, healthiest, and smartest
girls--cash, college tuition, and liposuction in exchange for a
baby.
Sixteen-year-old Melody has scored a record-breaking contract
with a rich couple. And she's been matched with one of the hottest
"bumping" partners in the world--the genetically flawless
Jondoe.
But her luck is about to run out.
She discovers she has a sister--an identical twin. Harmony has
grown up in a strict religious community and believes her calling
is to save Melody from her sinful intentions. All Melody wants is
to meet Jondoe and seal the deal--but when a case of mistaken
identity destroys everyone's carefully laid plans, Melody and
Harmony realize they have much more than DNA in common.
Sharp, funny, and thought-provoking, this futuristic take on
teen pregnancy is compellingly readable and scarily believable.
Dating! Drama! Driving!
Remember what it was like to be sixteen? Whether it was the year
your teeth were finally free of braces or the year you were
discovered by the opposite sex, that magical, mystical age is
something you will never forget. Edited by Megan McCafferty, author
of the runaway hit novels Sloppy Firsts and Second Helpings,
Sixteen: Stories About That Sweet and Bitter Birthday is a
compilation of short stories inspired by all the angst, melodrama,
and wonderment of being sixteen.
Sarah Dessen's "Infinity" is about a girl confronting two major
milestones: getting her driver's license and losing her virginity.
The Dead Girls in Jacqueline Woodson's "Nebraska 99" have already
decided to "do it" and must now cope with being teenage mothers.
And Carolyn Mackler's "Mona Lisa, Jesus, Chad, and Me" explores
whether friendship can survive when partying and prayer clash. Also
included is a new Jessica Darling story by Megan McCafferty about
the last fifteen minutes Jessica spends--or rather, doesn't
spend--with her best friend, Hope, who is leaving Pineville.
Featuring stories by Steve Almond, M. T. Anderson, Julianna
Baggott, Cat Bauer, Emma Forrest, Tanuja Desai Hidier, David
Levithan, Sarah Mlynowski, Sonya Sones, Zoe Trope, Ned Vizzini, and
Joseph Weisberg, these hilarious, poignant, and touching tales are
perfect for both those who have yet to reach that milestone and
those who want to reminisce about their "sweetest" year.
The most hilarious, charming, realistic story of middle-grade
friendships you'll ever read, from Megan McCafferty, the mega
bestselling, beloved author of Sloppy Firsts. Twelve-year-old Ella
has everything she needs to take seventh grade by storm, from the
perfect outfit to the perfect new best friend. She's still not 100%
sure why cool, confident Morgan has chosen Ella to be her newest
sidekick, but Ella is flattered by the attention, even if it means
giving up some of the things she's always loved, like fantasy
novels . . . and her former best friend, Sophie. Ella feels a
little guilty about ditching Sophie, but middle school is no
laughing matter, and Ella knows that it'll be safer in popular
Morgan's shadow than by Sophie's side. But life as Morgan's best
friend is trickier than Ella imagined. Everything has to be
perfect, from their on brand selfies to the videos they record of
them singing. And the more demanding Morgan becomes, the more Ella
starts to wonder if she made the right choice. But Sophie already
has a new best friend, leaving Ella feeling more alone and out of
place than ever. So when Ella discovers a new activity that she's
really good at -- a hopelessly dorky sport that Morgan has
forbidden her from pursuing, Ella has to ask herself what matters
more: popularity . . . or staying true to herself? But does she
even know who she really is without loyal Sophie by her side?
From mega-bestselling author Megan McCafferty--author of the
beloved Jessica Darling series that The Wall Street Journal called
"Judy Blume meets Dorothy Parker"--comes a hilarious love letter to
the magic and heartache of middle school friendship. Sophie Dailey
is NOT looking forward to starting middle school. For one thing,
she doesn't look like other kids. Instead of trendy tank tops, she
wears high tech shirts that block UV rays. (Sun protection is
serious business!) And she definitely doesn't sound like other kids
either. (She can't say "holla" or "hot take" without making a weird
face.) Needless to say, this is probably why her best friend, Ella,
ditched her for Queen Bee Morgan. Sophie is comfortable with who
she is and doesn't want to change. But she's also pretty lonely
without Ella. Even worse, Morgan seems intent on making seventh
grade miserable for Sophie, and Ella doesn't bat an eye at the
bullying. Then a new girl moves in next door to Sophie. Kaytee Ray
is everything Sophie is not: fashionable and super-confident.
Sophie can't believe Kaytee wants to spend the last days of summer
with her. Determined to keep Kaytee as a friend, Sophie lies about
her social status, claiming to be besties with Morgan and Ella. As
long as Kaytee attends Villa Academy--a private school on the other
side of town--she'll never find out her first friend in New Jersey
is a loser. But can any friendship built on lies survive seventh
grade?
"I hadn't even gotten to homeroom yet and I'd already discovered
five hard truths about junior high: "
"1. My best friend had turned pretty. "
"2. She didn't know it yet. "
"3. It wouldn't be long before she did. "
"4. That knowledge would change everything between us. "
"5. And there wasn't a thing I could do about it. "
It's the first day of seventh grade. Is Jessica Darling doomed for
dorkdom?
"New York Times" bestselling author Megan McCafferty's hilarious
new novel will have you laughing, cringing, and cheering for
Jessica Darling as she learns that being herself beats being
popular, pretty & perfect any day.
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