Thanks to Traveling ARC Tours (I spelled ‘traveling’ right!  No, that’s not what I have to thank them for)–Nice and Mean has been getting some lovely reviews of late.  You might want to read some of these and check out the other informative reviews on the blogs:

My favorite observation from Tiffany’s Bookshelf:  “The tolerance taught in the book is more than just cultural.  It is tolerance of anyone different from you, which, let’s face it, to a middle school reader, that is everyone.”  I just think that is so pithy and hilarious.

The Bookshipper writes, “I read this book in one sitting – it was fun, deep in some spots and funny in others – a perfect blend – just like our two main characters.”

Thank you, Bookshipper!  I’m bedazzled to think of you reading the book in one sitting.  Although maybe that’s partly because I find it so hard to read some of my own writing without wanting a cheese sandwich.

I hope these reviews will translate into actual tweens getting their hands on the book!  One approach I’m going to undertake will be a giveaway to teachers or school librarians in August or September–free books and free Skype visits to the lucky winner!  If you are a teacher or school librarian, feel free to email me at jess@jessicaleader.com so I can be sure to include you when I spread the word.

Now, back to the woods!