Baxter Bean and the Misachievers

Silver Award Winner for Best Writing in Middle Grade and Young Adult Category- Writely Literary AwardsNotable Read in Middle Grade and Young Adult Category- Utah Humanities Book AwardsPerfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Keeper of the Lost Cities!When shy 13-year-old Baxter Bean is mistaken for his alternate-reality counterpart—a famous, magical hero—he’s transported to an extraordinary world where castles float in clouds and rival kings battle for the throne.In this magical realm, Baxter joins a group of brave “misachievers” on a dangerous mission to save a royal family. Between dodging gangsters, accidentally swallowing a horse tablet (don’t ask!), and trying not to embarrass himself in front of his first crush Ulani, Baxter discovers that being yourself might be the greatest power of all.With the fate of a kingdom hanging in the balance, can an ordinary kid from Earth save the day?What readers love:Laugh-out-loud humor that keeps pages turningClean, age-appropriate romance (first crush)Action-packed adventure with heartThemes of friendship, courage, and self-acceptancePerfect for reluctant readers ages 9-14First book in an exciting seriesIdeal for middle grade readers who love magical worlds, funny coming-of-age stories, and books where ordinary kids become heroes.