Planet Middle School

Step into the world of middle school where everything feels like it's changing at once. Joylin Johnson thought her life was just fine, filled with basketball and easy choices. But suddenly, friendships shift, clothes feel wrong, and a new crush named Santiago enters the picture, making basketball feel different too. What will Joy do to get his attention?

From Nikki Grimes, the New York Times bestselling author of One Last Word and Coretta Scott King award-winning Bronx Masquerade, comes a new novel in verse that perfectly captures the confusing, hilarious, and heart-tugging feelings of adolescence and first crushes. This story explores young heartbreak and hope with relatable honesty.

This acclaimed Middle Grade novel is a testament to Grimes's skill, earning her recognition as one of the Award Winners in children's literature. The short, impactful poems offer a delightful and often funny glimpse into the emotional landscape of growing up.

Discover the journey of navigating change and first love in Planet Middle, a compelling read for anyone who remembers the whirlwind of middle school.