Derrick is sure that doomsday is coming, and he's prepping to survive--whether his friends believe him or not--in this middle grade novel for readers of Gary Schmidt, Gordon Korman, and Jack Gantos
Matthew Landis slays boredom wherever it lurks in his eighth-grade social studies classroom. He lives in Doylestown, PA, with his wife and four kids, some chickens, and a boxer that acts much like the forgotten eldest child.
Praise for It's the End of the World As I Know It
A Junior Library Guild Selection
* “Humorous and exceptionally realistic . . . Simultaneously funny,
quirky, and raw, this emotionally impactful look at loss is sure to
find a wide audience. Recommended for all collections.” —School
Library Journal, starred review
“A sympathetic and even sometimes funny look at anxiety disorders
and the complexity of grief. . . . The terrifying allure of
survivalism makes this journey through trauma a compelling one.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“Landis, a middle school teacher, offers flawless eighth-grade
voices and awkwardness. . . . He gets that kids have deep emotions
even if they don’t want to admit to them. This book will be a hit
with fans of Jordan Sonnenblick.” —Booklist
“[Derrick’s] relationship with Misty, who after a kidney transplant
is as determined to court experiences as [Derrick] is to flee from
them, adds a dimension that’s lively but also more deeply relevant
than his narration admits; his kind but perplexed goofball guy
friends (including one proud owner of a live-mice-eating snake) are
endearing. . . . [Derrick’s] grief and anxiety will speak to many
kids.” —BCCB
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