WHAT DO FISH HAVE TO DO WITH ANYTHING: And Other Stories

Avi, . . Candlewick, $5.99 ( , $5.99 ISBN p) ISBN 978-0-7636-2319-7

"Seemingly ordinary events take unexpected turns, leading Avi's middle-school heroes and heroines (and readers) to profound, often disturbing truths," said PW in a starred review. "The author is in top form constructing these seven surprising stories." Ages 10-14. (Apr.)

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