Zibby Payne & the Drama Trauma
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The "Zibby Payne" series follows the adventures of a feisty sixth-grade tomboy with a larger-than-life personality. Zibby is a positive character for young girls because she stays true to herself, is determined to solve problems, and also learns from her mistakes. The series puts a light-hearted spin on themes such as individuality, nonconformity, gender, popularity, and adolescence. Comical story lines, short chapters, and high interest plots make the series perfect for reluctant readers.
In Zibby Payne & the Drama Trauma, the second book in the series, the whole sixth grade class is excited about the school play – except for Total Tomboy Zibby, who thinks acting is utterly boring. But when she learns that the main character in the play is a soccer star, just like her, she decides that playing a famous athlete and having tons of adoring fans would be More Than Okay!
After she gets the part, she realizes her character has to kiss a boy. Even worse, the boy is her soccer buddy ... and he may actually like her. That way. Can Zibby avoid smooching on stage without letting down her cast members, or will she wreck the entire sixth grade musical?
Awards and Reviews for the "Zibby Payne" Series:
“... a perfect coming-of-age tween tale. She's discovering herself and learning how to be flexible with friends and family without losing her own identity ... Written with humor and a breezy style, I was rooting for Zibby all the way!” – Jane Fort, Editor-in-Chief, TEEN
“Like Beverly Cleary’s beloved and headstrong heroine, Ramona Quimby, Alison Bell’s Zibby Payne is not afraid to take a stand. Her message to girls is a fine one ...” – Robin Abcarian, LA Times Senior Features Correspondent
“The issues of friends and enemies are timeless, and even readers new to the "Zibby Payne"series will slip smoothly into the candid, funny, nonpreachy account of how a tough kid betrays the best in herself and then battles to put things right. Steeped in contemporary detail and brand names of clothes, games, music, Web sites, and more.” – Booklist, April 2008
“Bell has created a girl who’s not afraid to be herself. A rare treat.” – Mary Hogan, author of The Serious Kiss
“... a strong, sassy, smart, and loyal girl who finds a way to be true to herself.” – Children's Literature Council of Southern California
“Zibby wants to be with friends with whom she can relate, and she wants to be herself around these friends! She does make mistakes, and she does rush some decisions, but she’s also learning to deal with life’s snags ... Bell understands the problems tweens are facing today and the struggles they might have with decision making and choices ... She writes about the problems that arise in a girl’s life but resolves them in a way readers will believe and even laugh about. Young girls can learn from Zibby Payne.” – CM: Canadian Review of Materials, Dec. 2006
“... an outstanding character who sticks to her guns ... Young readers will learn some important lessons from her ... you don't have to change for others to like you, and you should be proud of who you are ... a great bridge between easy chapter books and independent novels for young readers.” – Bildungsroman, March 2007
“... an outspoken character and friendly character who navigates through issues of school, friendship, and day-to-day situations in a positive and upbeat manner ... a good book for girls in those peer relationship and cliquey years!” – Resource Links, June 2008
“These books are meant for ages 9-12, and anyone in that age range will love the humor, lighthearted storytelling, situations they can relate to, and lessons they can take to heart. Zibby is funny, good-natured, and the kind of character that starts to feel like a friend you’ve known forever. These books are the perfect way to get tweens interested in reading, and parents everywhere will approve of the valuable lessons they teach.” – MomCentral.com, Spring 2008 “... wonderful new series ... Girls in middle school and up will appreciate this story of friendship and struggle. Alison has great life lessons woven into these engaging stories, and I only wish I had found this series sooner!” – A Peek at My Bookshelf (May 2008)
“... funny and engaging sixth-grade characters. With the short chapters and an easy-to-follow plotline, this humorous novel is a good choice for reluctant readers.” – School Library Journal, July 2007
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