Notes from a Liar and Her Dog

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$7.99 US
Penguin Young Readers | Puffin Books
64 per carton
On sale Sep 16, 2003 | 9780142500682
Age 8-12 years
Reading Level: Lexile 580L | Fountas & Pinnell T
Sales rights: US/CAN (No Open Mkt)
Living in a family with two perfect sisters and parents who just don't get her, Ant MacPherson finds it easier to lie. After all, the only one who appreciates her is her dog, Pistachio. But when a concerned teacher sees the truth behind Ant's lies, it seems as though she might be in for a change . . .
  • WINNER
    California Book Award
  • WINNER
    IRA Book Award
  • WINNER
    Junior Library Guild Selection
  • WINNER
    School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
"Funny, moving and completely believable, this is a fine first novel." -Booklist, starred review

"For any kid who is a middle child, for kids who have trouble getting along with their parents, for kids who are sure that their parents prefer their siblings, this book will bring delight and understanding." -School Library Journal, starred review

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Living in a family with two perfect sisters and parents who just don't get her, Ant MacPherson finds it easier to lie. After all, the only one who appreciates her is her dog, Pistachio. But when a concerned teacher sees the truth behind Ant's lies, it seems as though she might be in for a change . . .

Awards

  • WINNER
    California Book Award
  • WINNER
    IRA Book Award
  • WINNER
    Junior Library Guild Selection
  • WINNER
    School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

Praise

"Funny, moving and completely believable, this is a fine first novel." -Booklist, starred review

"For any kid who is a middle child, for kids who have trouble getting along with their parents, for kids who are sure that their parents prefer their siblings, this book will bring delight and understanding." -School Library Journal, starred review