I just love this story! I love the characters, topics, and feelings that Elly created! They are all very real and very important! I adore Pickle!💗I love the short chapters, too. A wonderful flow! I also love the cover! So vibrant and pulled me in right from the start!

I’m telling everyone about this book and even shouted it out to a family I know who were at a stop sign while I was walking!

An excellent read aloud for middle grade teachers and librarians! I’m so curious to know how readers would respond to the characters and different aspects of the story. Of course, this story is for anyone who loves realistic fiction, a social/emotional focus, and stories about friendships and family. Highly recommend and can’t wait to buy it!

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Autumn’s whole world recently was shook up. Her dad joined the Peace Corps and took off, making Autumn feel abandoned and unworthy. Because of this they had to move above her moms vet clinic and attend a new school this year. Autumn has a younger sister Pickle who she is very close with, always having to be brave in front of Pickle even if she doesn’t feel brave. Autumn finds herself making new friends, leading a secret column called Dear Student, and starting a protest for something she believes in. Things are going great, until it all comes tumbling down. Autumn doesn’t think she’s brave, she feels weak, but in times where it’s really needed - she finds the courage to use her voice.
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I loved this. Such a great, quick read. The friendships are so dynamic. The writing is absolutely perfect for middle grade. Elly has mastered the MG tone. Another amazing, feel good story by my dead friend. I can’t wait to share Autumn with kids.

Autumn faces many worries: starting middle school without her best friend who moved, wondering if she’ ll make new friends, and her dad, who joined the Peace Corps for three years, telling her to “seize the day.” Autumn loves writing and is chosen to be the secret voice of “Dear Student”, where students ask for advice. When Autumn is faced with making some tough choices, which could affect her new friendships, she learns to be brave and to choose what’s important to her. Autumn finds her voice and stays true to herself. Such a great book.

I really enjoyed this book. It encourages readers to try new things, speak up for what they believe in and be true to yourself. I will be purchasing for my elementary library.