Overview

An Amazon February 2026 Best of the Month Pick Perfect for fans of Jeff Kinney and Terri Libensen, A Kid Like Me is a timely exploration about finding your place in the ever-evolving social landscape that is middle school, written and illustrated by award-winning graphic novelist Norm Feuti. Ethan doesn't want to stand out, he just wants to fit in. But fitting in is tough when your peers call out your ancient cell phone, busted backpack, and discount clothing. To make matters worse, his best friend, Ricky, insists on hanging out with a group of guys who just don't get him . . . they're more interested in playing pranks than playing his favorite card game Bio Battle. Things start looking up, though, when Ethan befriends Aiden, a new kid in school, but it's only matter of time before even that goes sideways. Can Ethan figure out where he belongs without forgetting who he is and who he wants to be?

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""Norm Feuti navigates the stigma of poverty and the twists-and-turns of middle school friendship with deftness and empathy. A Kid Like Me is a funny, heartwarming journey of resilience, friendship, and finding the courage to be yourself."" - Johnnie Christmas, New York Times and award-winning author of Swim Team ""A sweet, funny, and perceptive tale of friendship across class lines. I loved every page!"" - Hope Larson, New York Times estselling and Eisner Award-winning author ""A heartfelt and courageous story that shows friendship can--and should--straddle the socioeconomic divide."" - Rex Ogle, award-winning author of Free Lunch ""Clean, straightforward panels allow the nuances of the story and the relatable and sympathetic characters' emotions to shine. An honest and authentic portrayal of navigating an underprivileged childhood."" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) For the ""­Diary of a Wimpy Kid"" readers who are looking to graduate to stories with higher stakes and more heart. - School Library Journal Praise for Beak & Ally #1: Unlikely Friends ""What do you get when you cross a crusty alligator and a perky bird? A surprising friendship you'll be sure to cheer for. Beak and Ally is a warm, funny winner!"" - Terri Libenson, author of the New York Times bestselling Emmie & Friends series ""Feuti's art is bright and expressive. Clean lines, plenty of white space between panels, and a clear narrative arc with three short chapters make this a solid choice for emerging readers."" - Kirkus Reviews Praise for Beak & Ally #3: The Big Storm ""Early readers who enjoy expressive animal characters will enjoy diving into this brightly colored, easy-to-follow graphic novel. This short but sweet exploration of friendship highlights the importance of respecting others' space and boundaries."" - School Library Journal

Author Information

Norm Feuti is an award-winning author, illustrator, and cartoonist based in Massachusetts, known for his engaging and humorous books for young readers. His graphic novel series Beak & Ally won a Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor in 2022, and his early reader series Hello, Hedgehog! is a family favorite, helping children build reading confidence with charming stories and lovable characters. In addition to his children's books, Norm is the creator of two nationally syndicated comic strips, Retail and Gil, which were widely appreciated for their relatable humor and thoughtful storytelling. Norm Feuti is an award-winning author, illustrator, and cartoonist based in Massachusetts, known for his engaging and humorous books for young readers. His graphic novel series Beak & Ally won a Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor in 2022, and his early reader series Hello, Hedgehog! is a family favorite, helping children build reading confidence with charming stories and lovable characters. In addition to his children's books, Norm is the creator of two nationally syndicated comic strips, Retail and Gil, which were widely appreciated for their relatable humor and thoughtful storytelling.

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