Smiles to Go

Description: The author of the Newbery Medal-winning "Maniac Magee" introduces Will Tuppence, a young man whose world is suddenly tipped on its side. Will soon begins to see that the beauty and wonder of life's journey is in "not" knowing what comes next.

Brief description:

Jerry Spinelli received the Newbery Medal for Maniac Magee and a Newbery Honor for Wringer. His other books include Stargirl; Love, Stargirl; Smiles to Go; Loser; Jake and Lily; Hokey Pokey; and The Warden's Daughter. His novels are recognized for their humor and poignancy, and his characters and situations are often drawn from his real-life experience as a father of six children. Jerry lives with his wife, Eileen, also a writer, in Wayne, Pennsylvania.

Review Quotes:

"Spinelli, the accomplished author of Maniac Magee and many other books for YAs, has a knack for creating offbeat characters readers will root for, and all the characters in this novel will win your heart. What at first seems like a love story between Will and Mi-Su turns into something different as Will realizes the depth of his feelings for his sister. A deeply affecting story." - KLIATT

"Middle school boys and girls, as well as the reluctant reader, will enjoy this fun and easy read." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

"Spinelli employs a fresh voice and honest perspective to mine the prickly intersections of family, friendship, and growing up, with emotionally resonant results." - ALA Booklist

"Stargirl would approve." - Kirkus Reviews