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Lisa Greenwald

    This author writes with a passion for detail and a sensitivity to themes that resonate with everyday life. Their work often explores the complexities of family relationships and the power of human connection, reflecting a deep personal belief in the importance of community and empathy. Through vivid descriptions and engaging narratives, the author draws readers into worlds that are both familiar and revelatory. Their unique style lies in their ability to find beauty and meaning in ordinary moments.

    TBH #4: TBH, IDK What's Next
    Friendship List #4: 13 and 3/4
    11 Before 12
    A Friendship List Collection 3-Book Box Set
    Interactive Poetry 11-14 Student book
    Tbh #5: Tbh, I Feel the Same
    • 2025

      The Summer of the Fortune Tellers

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Bestselling author Lisa Greenwald's charming middle grade novel with summertime fun, crushes, and babysitting--and a dash of magic--is a sequel perfect for fans of Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and That's So Raven. Is the magic really back? When Mille, Nora, and Bea found fortune tellers popping up in unexpected places--with eerily accurate fortunes--they reunited as best friends. Now that they're back to being besties, they're excited to spend the summer together outside the city. Recruited into babysitting eight-year-old triplets and staying with Millie's family, the girls are hoping this will be their own private summer camp, one where they're in charge, away from annoying siblings and toxic frenemies. But nothing perfect can last. When everything from homesickness and boy craziness to real estate developers threaten their summer, Millie, Nora, and Bea start stumbling upon fortune tellers in the strangest places. And once again it feels like these fortune tellers are speaking to them: Sometimes in life you just have to jump in. Speak your mind and stand up for what you believe in! You are here for a reason. If they speak up, can Millie, Nora, and Bea really save the summer--and the community--before it's too late?

      The Summer of the Fortune Tellers
    • 2024

      Fortune Tellers

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The story revolves around three former best friends, Millie, Nora, and Bea, who have drifted apart due to a fight, the pandemic, and life changes. As they enter the summer before seventh grade, they silently observe each other's lives through social media, longing for connection but hesitant to reach out. Mysterious appearances of their childhood fortune tellers offer poignant insights that challenge them to reflect on their past and consider rekindling their friendship. Will these messages inspire them to reunite?

      Fortune Tellers
    • 2023

      Ellie's family owns the town deli. Its official name is Lukshen Deli, but everybody calls it Ellie's Deli. When a restaurant group threatens to move in and take over, tenacious Ellie and her BFFs must prove that matzo ball soup and sour pickles are here to stay, in this adorable new middle grade fiction series with recipes and illustrations throughout.

      Ellie's Deli: Wishing on Matzo Ball Soup!
    • 2023

      Natty deals with moving after her mom's departure by pulling a "Ted Lasso" and starting a pep squad in this standalone middle-grade novel about friendship and toxic positivity by the author of TBH and the Friendship List series. When Natty's mom kind of takes a break from her dad and sort of the whole family, Natty and her dad move to his childhood hometown of Miller Creek. Now she's starting middle school for the second time, this time in Miller Creek--without her mom--or her BFF. But Natty's doing great! Really. Anything is possible. And what's the point of dwelling on the stuff that stinks when there's so much good stuff to think about Natty is absolutely, positively sure that she can turn it all around. Like 1,000 percent sure. As long as she stays absolutely positive! She'll get her dad off the couch, make her tons of new friends, and even convince her mom to come live with them in Miller Creek. First step Starting a pep squad to spread the good vibes. But what happens when the leader of the pep squad has no more cheer to give From Lisa Greenwald comes a heartfelt and reassuring novel about the pros and cons of always looking on the bright side, the ups and downs of making a fresh start, and the power of friendship.

      Absolutely, Positively Natty
    • 2022

      From Lisa Greenwald, the beloved author of the TBH and Friendship List series, comes a novel about one girl's quest to discover the ins and outs of friendship--how and why of some friendships end--and to prove that despite some friendship fails, she's totally best friend material! Eleni is the kind of person who's always had a BFF--an automatic, guaranteed by-her-side person--at home, at school, and at camp. And since before she was even born, her very best friend has been Sylvie Bank. But when Sylvie's end-of-summer birthday party becomes the end of their friendship, Eleni can't picture starting middle school without her BFF by her side. She can't picture anything without her BFF--especially the looming school overnight. Who will she even room with? So before the big overnight, Eleni sets out on a mission: to figure out where her friendships went wrong, what's wrong with her, and what makes a good friend. But if she's totally honest, there's only one real goal: to win back Sylvie Bank!

      Dear Friends
    • 2022

      BFFs Ari and Kaylan make a new bucket list as they set out for different summer camps in the fourth and final Friendship List novel. The perfect summer read for fans of Lauren Myracle and Rachel Renee Russo's Dork Diaries, now available in paperback! Ari and Kaylan aren't sure how they're going to survive their first summer apart. No pool. No sleepovers. No emergency late night chats on the porch. So as Ari returns to Camp Silver and Kaylan heads off to comedy camp, they come up with a new list of 13 and 3/4 ways to keep their friendship strong as they tackle everything from bias to batik and moping to matchmaking. Told in alternating perspectives, the fourth book in the popular Friendship List series is sure to make readers cry, laugh, and start plotting their own friendship lists.

      Friendship List #4: 13 and 3/4
    • 2021

      When summer break brings BIG changes, these BFFs 4EVA may end up saying good- bye 4EVA in the eighth and final book in this popular middle-grade series told entirely in text messages, emojis, and passed notes.

      TBH #8: TBH, I Don't Want to Say Good-bye
    • 2021

      TBH #7: TBH, No One Can EVER Know

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      4.0(94)Add rating

      It’s no secret that Victoria’s mom can be OTT overprotective! But lately her anxiety has been too much to handle. So even though Victoria is helping plan the school’s Valentine’s Day dance, she might not be allowed to go!To be honest, she’s going to need lots of help from her BFFs to mend this mother-daughter relationship—and it may mean sharing her most embarrassing secret ever!The question is: Can you take back a secret once you’ve shared it?

      TBH #7: TBH, No One Can EVER Know
    • 2020

      A Friendship List Collection 3-Book Box Set

      11 Before 12, 12 Before 13, 13 and Counting

      • 1152 pages
      • 41 hours of reading
      4.2(33)Add rating

      Packed with humor, this three-book box set delves into the relatable chaos of middle school, featuring drama, friendship challenges, and the aspirations of best friends. It's an engaging collection that resonates with fans of the Dork Diaries series, offering a lighthearted exploration of growing up and navigating social dynamics. Perfect for readers looking for entertaining and heartfelt stories about friendship and self-discovery.

      A Friendship List Collection 3-Book Box Set
    • 2020

      TBH, This Is a Box Set

      This Is So Awkward, This May Be TMI, and Too Much Drama

      • 464 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      This box set features the first three books of Lisa Greenwald's TBH series, known for its relatable humor and engaging storytelling. Aimed at fans of Dork Diaries and Invisible Emmie, it captures the essence of middle school life with all its hilarious and heartfelt moments. Readers will enjoy the relatable characters and their adventures, making it a perfect collection for young readers looking for fun and authenticity in their stories.

      TBH, This Is a Box Set