Almost Starring Skinnybones
Almost Starring Skinnybones by Barbara Park is a reprint edition published by Random House Children’s Books on October 17, 1989. This 160-page book is presented in English and continues the humorous adventures of Alex “Skinnybones” Frankovitch, who finds himself in a comedic predicament as he attempts to achieve fame through a TV commercial. However, his aspirations take an unexpected turn, leading to challenges that test his resolve and creativity.
Readers will discover a story filled with humor and social themes, exploring the ups and downs of adolescence and friendship. As Alex navigates his journey toward stardom, he faces the reality of being perceived as a flop by his peers, with only a cat and a toddler as his fan club. This engaging narrative captures the essence of coming of age while delivering laughs along the way, making it a relatable read for young audiences.
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If you thought Junie B. Jones was funny—catch more laughs from New York Times bestselling author Barbara Park with the hilarious sequel to Skinnybones—just right for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and I Funny!
And the award goes to…Alex Frankovitch! Roll out the red carpet! Alex “Skinnybones” Frankovitch is about to become a HUGE star—in his very own TV commercial! But Alex’s plans for stardom go HORRIBLY wrong. Forget fame and fortune—his friends think he’s a FLOP! And his fan club only has two members—a cat and a drooling toddler. Can Alex figure out another way to get his name in lights? Or is this star going to crash and burn?
“Skinnybones equals tickled funny bones.” —Booklist
“Young Alex ‘Skinnybones’ Frankovitch finally gets his chance to become a Big Celebrity…in this amusing follow-up to Skinnybones.” —Publishers Weekly
“Once again demonstrating her remarkable ear for dialogue, [Barbara Park] also shows a good sense of timing in this fast-paced outing.” —School Library Journal
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