My Life as a Gamer (The My Life series, 5) - Hardcover

Tashjian, Janet

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0805098518 ISBN 13: 9780805098518

Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 2015

Synopsis

Derek Fallon gets the chance of a lifetime―to participate in a gaming company focus group and to test out a new video game called "Arctic Ninja." Together with his friends Carly, Matt, and Umberto, Derek thinks his gaming talents will be showcased. But he soon realizes that everyone has got him beat, including whiz kid El Cid. On top of that, school reading tests have begun and Derek feels doubly off his game. Isn't there anything he's good at?

About this title

About the Author:

Janet Tashjian is the author of the popular My Life series including My Life as a Book, My Life as a Stuntboy, My Life as a Cartoonist, and My Life as a Joke, as well as the Einstein the Class Hamster series, illustrated by her son, Jake Tashjian. Jake and Janet live in Studio City, California.

Review:

A New Jersey Garden State Book Award Nominee

“Another fun, emotionally resonant read for the Wimpy Kid set and beyond.” ―Kirkus Reviews on My Life as a Stuntboy

“A fast-moving plot and relatable protagonist make this stand-alone sequel a good choice for boys who, like Derek, would rather reach for a TV remote or game controller than a book.” ―School Library Journal on My Life as a Stuntboy

“Fans of the first will be utterly delighted by this sequel and anxious to see what Jake will turn up as next.” ―Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books on My Life as a Stuntboy

“This is a great package for kids, especially those like Derek who don't think they like to read.” ―Booklist on My Life as a Stuntboy

About this edition

• Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0805098518
• ISBN 13: 9780805098518
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 272
• Illustrator: Tashjian Jake