Overview

Max is handling his parents' divorce, his new home and school, and a big bully named Nick the only way he knows how: by running away. In his mind, he and his beautiful dog King have thrilling adventures in the woods; they conquer aliens and slay dragons; they embarrass Nick so he never comes near Max again. Then Max happens upon a store called Wishworks, Inc., which promises his wish will come true in real life, guaranteed. He wishes for a real dog to fulfill all his dreams. And then a real dog named Goldie appears on his doorstep . . . but she may be a little more real than Max expects!

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[E]ngaging scenes and plot twists keep the story moving along in interesting directions. The many illustrations have plenty of visual appeal. A lively, accessible chapter book. -- <i>Booklist</i> Max is a protagonist readers will root for and whose imaginary adventures they ll enjoy. -- <i>Kirkus Reviews</i> Max is a complex yet relatable character, and Bates's gray-scale pencil-and-gouache artwork conveys plenty of emotion. -- <i>Publishers Weekly</i> Tolan s vivid, clean writing is deceptively uncomplicated and the many issues touched upon are handled well. This book will resonate with kids while providing parents a great jumping-off point for conversations about how to overcome some of life s obstacles. -- <i>School Library Journal</i> Tolan creates a world rich with complex secondary characters, and Bates s soft, realistic illustrations tie the story together and make it accessible to new readers and experienced readers alike. -- <i>Horn Book</i>

Author Information

Stephanie Tolan won a Newbery Honor for SURVIVING THE APPLEWHITES, which was also an ALA Notable Book and a YALSA Best Book for Young Adults. She also won the Christopher Award for LISTEN! She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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