“Could I love a character more than I love Mason Buttle? Nope. Could this book have captured my heart any more? Impossible.” - Barbara O'Connor, author of How to Steal a Dog and Wish
“A book that breaks your heart and heals it—all in one. Mason’s story is brilliantly told. This is an astonishing book!” - Kirby Larson, author of Newbery Honor title, Hattie Big Sky and the Audacity Jones series
“Mason’s astonishing voice will grab you from the first page, as he demonstrates how children with learning disabilities who ‘think outside the box’ can find brilliant ways to survive bullying, be a good friend, and save their families.” - Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck and Chester and Gus
"Rich, moving, and redemptive, The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle will immerse readers from the first page to the last and is certain to linger with them for a long time to come." - Books to Borrow . . . Books to Buy
“I loved this book beyond all reason! Mason explemplifies what students (and the rest of us) can learn from children with learning disabilities. His astonishing voice will grab you from the first page and captivate you as he demonstrates how students who “think outside the box” come up with their own brilliant ways to survive bullying, be a good friend and save their families. He should be in every library and classroom reminding readers of people they probably already know and have underestimated.” - Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck and Chester and Gus
“Connor’s portrayal of Mason is spot-on, and the seventh-grader’s honesty shines through as his greatest attribute. Laced throughout the story, and evident at the end, is hope for a brighter future, both for the entire family and the community. A thoughtful look at human nature, resilience, and love.” - Booklist
“Connor expertly captures the camaraderie of Calvin and Mason. A poignant underdog tale that will resonate with many young readers.” - School Library Journal (starred review)
“In a moving first-person narrative, Connor reveals a remarkably distinct and memorable character. [T]he author weaves the back story into a narrative of redemption chronicling his growing friendships. Connor’s gift for creating complex characters extends to the supporting characters and makes this a compelling read.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“In this sensitively written novel, Connor introduces a learning-disabled 12-year-old who will warm readers’ hearts and earn their respect with his honesty and compassion. Poignant and suspenseful, Mason’s story crystalizes an adolescent boy’s joys and fears as he comes into his own.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Mason’s voice is honest and true, and the multifaceted characters both enrich and propel the narrative.” - Horn Book Magazine
This morning the National Book Foundation has announced the finalists for the 2018 National Book Awards in the categories of Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Books in Translation and Young Peoples’ Literature. Click here to browse all of the 2018 National Book Award Finalists. Selected from these lists of five finalists in each category, the winners will be […]
Today the five finalists for the National Book Awards for Young People’s Literature were announced, including a book in verse about a teen finding her voice, a wrenchingly honest graphic novel memoir, and the tale of a sharecropper’s son turned hero. Here’s the full list.
Happy National Family Literacy Day! What’s that, you say? National Family Literacy Day honors the idea of reading together as a family. One of the best ways to do this is to read aloud. Reading aloud encourages family bonding and bookishness and, most importantly, it’s fun. But where should you start? B&N Kids has gathered […]