Gordon Jack is the author of a debut novel, a lifelong aspiration he held since childhood. Before achieving his goal, he explored various professions, including roles as an advertising copywriter, English teacher, librarian, and even a semi-professional dog walker. His literary journey is now marked by a first novel that delves into the complexities of human connection and the ripple effects of our actions.
But now high school junior Lawrence Barry is one step away from reform school unless he participates in a mentorship program. When someone dressed as the school Viking mascot starts destroying the fairytale-inspired floats, all suspicion falls on Lawrence.
For fans of Andrew Smith and Frank Portman and the movies Election and Ferris Bueller's Day Off comes a hilarious and satirical novel about the highs and (very low) lows of the electoral process, proving that the popular vote is the one that matters most.
A kaleidoscope of vivid, moving and highly entertaining accounts of the delights of dog ownership: an anthology of stories from TV personalities, broadcasters, politicians, writers, and many others.