Jackson Bright in the Spotlight

Contributor(s): O'Hara, Eureka (Author), Poblocki, Dan (Author), Bessa, Ricardo (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781419773655

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Hardcover

$18.99

Pub Date: October 21, 2025

Dewey: FIC

LCCN: 2024059987

Lexile Code: 0670

Features: Dust Cover, Illustrated, Price on Product

Target Age Group: 10 to 14

Physical Info: 1.00" H x 8.30" L x 5.83" W ( 0.77 lbs) 288 pages

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Accelerated Reader® Info

Quiz #:0000556316 ( Jackson Bright in the Spotlight)

Reading level: 4.60

Interest level: MG

Point value: 8.0

Descriptions, Reviews, etc.

Description: After being bullied for wearing a dress to school, twelve-year-old Jackson Bright enters a local pageant in drag, and with help from his best friend, uncle, and some rhinestones, he discovers the importance of being true to himself.

Review Quotes: ***STARRED REVIEW***
"Coauthors O'Hara (who appeared on RuPaul's Drag Race) and Poblocki excel at creating nuanced character development, which both solo readers and book clubs will appreciate...A fierce and fabulous read!"--Kirkus Review