Growing Pangs and its new companion novel Turning Twelve are heartwarming, relatable stories perfect for young readers navigating the ups and downs of growing up. Written with humor, honesty, and charm, these books explore the challenges of friendship, self-discovery, and embracing change.
In Growing Pangs, readers follow Katie, a girl dealing with friendship struggles and personal challenges while trying to understand her own emotions. The newly released Turning Twelve continues her journey, diving deeper into the trials and triumphs of preteen life. Both books, published by @RandomHouseKids & @RHKidsGraphics, capture the essence of growing up with beautiful storytelling and engaging illustrations, making them a must-have for any young reader’s collection.
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Synopsis for Turning Twelve: Katie can’t wait to turn twelve–pool parties! babysitting! friends! But sometimes it feels like there’s so much new stuff she can barely keep up. First Job? (Yes!) Unfair dress codes? (No way!) Make up (Okay?!) Shaving? (Uh…!) Maybe growing up isn’t as much fun as she had expected. But one thing does seem right–her new friend, Grace. Could Katie have a crush on another girl? Katie knows not everyone around her will approve…which is kind of scary. She might not be ready to tell anyone yet, and that’s fine…but can Katie stay true to herself and embrace the person she’s growing up to be?
Synopsis for Growing Pangs: Katie’s always felt different. She’s homeschooled, she has freckles, and her teeth are really crooked. But none of these things matter to Kacey. They’re best friends forever—just like their necklaces say. But when they go to summer camp, Kacey starts acting weird. What happened to the “forever”? And when Katie gets home, she can’t stop worrying. About getting braces. About 6th grade. About friends. She knows tapping three times or opening and closing a drawer won’t make everything better . . . but sometimes it helps stop the worrying. Is something wrong with her? And will anyone want to be friends with her if they find out? Find out what happens next in the companion graphic novel, Turning Twelve!
About the Author: Kathryn Ormsbee is the author of books for children and young adults, including Growing Pangs and The House in Poplar Wood. Her novels have been critically acclaimed, translated into eight languages, selected for the Indie Next List and Junior Library Guild, and made “best of” lists at Amazon, BookPage, Kirkus, NPR, and the Chicago and New York Public Libraries. She lives with her wife in Texas.
About the Illustrator: Molly Brooks is the author and illustrator of the acclaimed Sanity & Tallulah graphic novel series, as well as the illustrator of Flying Machines and many other short comics. Molly grew up in Tennessee and now lives in Brooklyn with her wife and cats.
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Now To The Giveaway! Two lucky winners will win a copy of ‘Growing Pangs‘ PLUS It’s new Companion Novel ‘Turning Twelve‘! Join now using the GiveawayTools form below! This giveaway is open to USA residents 18+ only and will accept entries until March 14. Good luck!
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