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OverviewJimmy, known by his friends as Meathead, is struggling to keep a secret. He wets the bed. Together with his dog and his pet ferret, Meathead rides his Big Wheel to misadventures in the gully, a swampy stream that cuts through his neighborhood. Impressing the older kids seems important, but it leads him into trouble. Losing his beloved pets and having his secret exposed, Meathead learns his lessons the hard way. Full Product DetailsAuthor: James B ZimmermanPublisher: Black Rose Writing Imprint: Black Rose Writing Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.40cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.118kg ISBN: 9781684337873ISBN 10: 1684337879 Pages: 78 Publication Date: 21 October 2021 Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsPraise for Meathead: 2020 NYC Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite - Growing Up Meathead Meathead is a well-earned nickname because, if there's a dumb choice to make, Jimmy will make it. These stories are about being a kid, about dealing with peer pressure, about having a logic system with priorities completely alien to an adult mind. -Dr. Jane Lindskold, New York Times bestselling author of the Firekeeper Saga Meathead stories are a fun read about all the things kids try to avoid growing up and still turn out to be decent. Thankfully, Jimmy went through it all and was cool enough to share it with us. Read it! -Kirk McEwen, 98 Rock in Baltimore The Meathead stories are thrilling, hilarious and dreadful as he stumbles experiencing losses, celebrating victories, and searching for absolution. -Jonathon Scott Fuqua, author of The Reappearance of Sam and Booklist Editor's Choice Winner A sweet snapshot of a 1970s suburban American childhood. -IndieReader Zimmerman narrates short stories ranging from laughing out loud to a deeply saddened life of a boy named Jimmy. Beautiful crisp black and white illustrations capture perfectly the setting and emotions of the story. -Andrea Tripke, author/illustrator of Miranda, Queen of Broken Toys Praise for Meathead: Growing up Meathead -a 2020 NYC Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite - Preteen and Teen Fiction Meathead is a well-earned nickname because, if there's a dumb choice to make, Jimmy will make it. These stories are about being a kid, about dealing with peer pressure, about having a logic system with priorities completely alien to an adult mind. -Dr. Jane Lindskold, New York Times bestselling author of the Firekeeper Saga and many other works Meathead stories are a fun read about all the things kids try to avid growing up and still turn out to be decent. Thankfully, Jimmy went through it all and was cool enough to share it with us. Read it! -Kirk McEwen, 98 Rock in Baltimore The Meathead stories are thrilling, hilarious and dreadful as he stumbles experiencing losses, celebrating victories, and searching for absolution. -Jonathon Scott Fuqua, author of The Reappearance of Sam and winner of a Booklist Editor's Choice A sweet snapshot of a 1970s suburban American childhood. -IndieReader Zimmerman narrates short stories ranging from laughing out-loud to a deeply saddened life of a boy named Jimmy. Beautiful crisp black and white illustrations capture perfectly the setting and emotions of the story. -Andrea Tripke, author/ illustrator of Miranda, Queen of Broken Toys Author InformationJames B. Zimmerman lives with his wife Roxanna in the mountains of western Maryland. He has written and illustrated two Meathead books, Growing up Meathead, (2020 NYC Big Book Distinguished Favorite, ) and his new book, Down the Gully. He has illustrated the classic written works of Roger Zelazny, Jules Verne, Robert E. Howard, and many others in books and magazines. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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