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Summers finally here, and Derek Fallon is looking forward to pelting the UPS truck with water balloons, climbing onto the garage roof, and conducting silly investigations. But when his parents decide to send him to Learning Camp, Dereks dreams of fun come to an end. Ever since hes been labeled a "reluctant reader," his mom has pushed him to read "real" books-something other than his beloved Calvin & Hobbes. As Derek forges unexpected friendships and uncovers a family secret involving himself (in diapers! no less) , he realizes that adventures and surprises are around the corner, complete with curve balls. My Life as a Book is a 2011 Bank Street - Best Childrens Book of the Year.
About the Author
Janet Tashjian is a middle-grade and young adult novelist who's been writing books for children for fifteen years. Her first novel Tru Confessions was made into a critically acclaimed Disney TV movie starring Clara Bryant and Shia LaBeouf. The Gospel According to Larry is a cult favorite and Fault Line is taught in many middle and high schools. Her novels My Life As a Book, My Life As a Stuntboy, and My Life As a Cartoonist are all illustrated by her teenage son, Jake. Their collaboration continues with My Life As a Ninja coming April of 2017.Janet lives with her family in Los Angeles, enjoying her respite from the long Boston winters. When she isn't writing, she's rewriting. Learn more about her and all her books at JanetTashjian.com!Janet has been doing school visits for fifteen years; you can email her at spatulaproductions@mac.com for details.Follow her on Twitter and Instagram: @JanetTashjianConnect with her on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJanetTashjian/ Sticker Girl: https://www.facebook.com/Stickergirlbook/? fref=tsCheck out her YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/janettashjianBe sure to check out Janet's newest book, Sticker Girl! http://www.stickergirlbook.com/
