The Pistachio Prescription

Introduction by Ann M Martin
$9.99 US
Penguin Young Readers | Puffin Books
On sale Mar 23, 2006 | 9781101665800
Age 10 and up
Sales rights: US, Canada, Open Mkt
If only all it took to deal with problems was a special snack....

Cassie Stephens is dealing with a lot: She’s got asthma. She’s running for freshperson class president. World War III is being waged daily in her home, beginning at the breakfast table and ending with slammed doors at night. Her older, shorter, more beautiful sister never ceases to remind Cassie that she is a giraffe. Cassie’s not really sure how it started, but eating pistachio nuts always makes her feel better. No matter how weird it sounds, those little red nuts are just the prescription for Cassie’s troubles.

Paula Danziger’s novels are hilarious, genuine, and full of dynamic female characters that have won the hearts of her readers and turned her books into beloved classics. These playful covers full of charming details capture the spirit of Paula’s stories and will brighten up the book­shelves of her fans and a new generation of readers.
"An entertaining story . . . Funny, well-characterized, and loaded with popular appeal." -Booklist

"The characterization and dialogue are strong, the relationships depicted with perception, and the writing style vigorous. Recommended." -The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

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If only all it took to deal with problems was a special snack....

Cassie Stephens is dealing with a lot: She’s got asthma. She’s running for freshperson class president. World War III is being waged daily in her home, beginning at the breakfast table and ending with slammed doors at night. Her older, shorter, more beautiful sister never ceases to remind Cassie that she is a giraffe. Cassie’s not really sure how it started, but eating pistachio nuts always makes her feel better. No matter how weird it sounds, those little red nuts are just the prescription for Cassie’s troubles.

Paula Danziger’s novels are hilarious, genuine, and full of dynamic female characters that have won the hearts of her readers and turned her books into beloved classics. These playful covers full of charming details capture the spirit of Paula’s stories and will brighten up the book­shelves of her fans and a new generation of readers.

Praise

"An entertaining story . . . Funny, well-characterized, and loaded with popular appeal." -Booklist

"The characterization and dialogue are strong, the relationships depicted with perception, and the writing style vigorous. Recommended." -The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books