this was cute. I think it had a bunch of good lessons in here for kids. I'd say over the age of 10 for this one though.

This was such a cute story about Izzy Wong trying to find her place in the podcast world of news reporters.

There's a Scandal at school and Izzy wants to solve the mystery first.

Izzy is a loner that only wants to become an amazing reporter like her mom. When she finds out that someone flooded the school bathroom she is eager to get to the bottom and find the culprit. In the end, she manages to only make a mess of things by not making sure her facts were correct and reporting hearsay.

Will Izzy solve the mystery of who flooded the bathroom? Will Izzy go viral and get the recognition she wants? Will she fix what she messes up?

Find out in this adorable story about a 6th grade dipping her toes in the wonderful world of podcasting and reporting the facts.

Thanks to Netgalley and the author for an ARC in exchange for a review.

I enjoyed reading this book and I liked the mystery at the heart of it. It wasn't entirely predictable and it was engaging till the very last. I would have rated it higher if I didn't have problems with Izzy Wong herself. I feel like besides reporting and being close with her folks, Izzy doesn't really have much personality or life so to speak. This is not an issue that is voiced in the book and we get no reason why Izzy never seems to have any friends or any sort of hobby apart from journalism.

All in all, this was a fun read and I never felt like I was wasting my time.

This book is a middle grade novel about Izzy who wants to be a reporter like her mom. When something happens at her school, she makes a podcast and digs into the truth.

This was a fun and interesting read! I loved the podcast element in this one, it made the reading experience more interesting. I liked Izzy as a character and she was fun to follow. I liked the overall mystery and "twists" in this book. The other characters in this book seemed realistic.

I think this book would be good for kids who are interested in reporting or mysteries!

It was not quite a 5 star but I still enjoyed it and would still recommend!

Thanks so much to netgalley and Orca for the arc of this book in exchange for an honest review!

Firstly thank you to Net galley for the ARC of this book literally the first ARC I have ever gotten.
So this is a middle grade book about a sixth grader called Izzy Wong who wants to be a journalist just like her mum , so something happens in her school and she wants to report it on her podcast so people can find out the news, it was a good book but it also made me realize that I don’t think I’m a fan of middle grade especially reading it as an adult because I was annoyed at a lot of the things she was saying and doing and I had to remind myself that she is literally a child so she won’t be rational about things as adult would but it was a good read nonetheless.
It would be a good book to give to kids who have a passion for journalism and it would teach them the ethics of journalism so would definitely recommend to give your kids

Oh this really gave me a similar vibe to A Good Girls Guide to Murder which I loved! It has a lighter feel to it so it's much more suitable for kids but still just as engaging. The story is so fun and mysterious, I loved the podcast headers, and the characters are really likable. The story sends a lot of great messages and explores some important topics.

Izzy is a curious girl whose connection to her intuition can be helpful and troublesome at the same time. What I liked the most was how the conversations between Izzy and the adults proceeded, because evidently, the author, understood who would be primary an audience of this book. Those adults were as stiff as any teenager would actually perceive them which for me, as an adult is an interesting contradiction between my younger self and my current self. I love when those books are as much fun for kids as they are for grown-ups.

Izzy is a sixth grade student who loves following in her mom's footsteps by being a reporter. She puts her investigative journalism skills to use by creating a podcast meant to get to the bottom of a big mess in their school. As she proceeds through the investigation process, she starts to meet resistance from her classmates and teachers who aren't too keen to be interviewed on the record.

The author created a lot of tension that kept me reading. Izzy's impulsive decisions and internal conflict felt very accurate and believable even though some of her choices made me uncomfortable as an adult. I think this character will be very relatable to middle grade readers. I love podcasts, and I listen to them all the time. Students like me will enjoy this book.

Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher, and author for an E-ARC of this book to read in exchange for an honest review.

Synopsis:
Marty Chan's children's fiction novel, Izzy Wong's Nose for News, combines mystery, school life, podcasting, family, and other themes. Izzy Wong is deeply interested in the news around her elementary school, and she finds the ideal subject for her debut podcast when the girl's bathroom on the third floor of her school floods. With mystery surrounding how the flooding happened, who done it, and why along with the effects of it Izzy Wong sets out to research, report, and find out the truth for her podcast, school, and herself. Readers can discover and study alongside Izzy Wong the process of creating a podcast, the ins and outs of journalism, the distinction between news and gossip, truth, and speculation, and how empathy, dedicated work, and determination may pay off in the end.

Review:
The cover is well-crafted and captures the essence of the story. I enjoyed the podcast headers and chapter titles at the beginning of each chapter since they added a unique flair while also making readers feel like they were conducting the podcast with Izzy. The novel is packed with humor that both young and adult readers will enjoy while reading. The allusions made by Izzy and the other characters in the narrative are realistic, easy to understand, and useful in picturing scenarios, locations, and characters. The writing is vivid, amusing, and realistic, making it and the novel overall simple to read, comprehend, visualize, and enjoy. From Izzy to Doyle, all of the characters saw excellent character growth. The plot was established at a wonderful, medium pace, allowing for tension and mystery while remaining easy to read. The storyline development was excellent, and the story will undoubtedly be engaging and educational for readers. The author does an excellent job of tackling and dealing with a variety of problems, including but not limited to bullying, gossip, reporting, school issues, friendship struggles, and understanding the difference between telling a story and making one up. The book is full of wonderful learning opportunities for both young and older readers, such as learning the difference between what is considered the truth and what is gossip, the importance of open and honest communication between people, the right and wrong ways to deal with bullying in school, and finally, finding something that brings you joy, as podcasting and reporting the news do for Izzy and her mother.

One minor drawback for me was that Izzy and some of the other students appeared to be older than their age and in 8th grade rather than 6th grade because of how they acted, the gossip that circulated throughout the school, and the way they spoke at times. However, I think this provides insight into how grown-up or older kids can feel, act, and speak beyond their age, as well as how one should never judge a book or person by their age or appearance. It was a bit tricky at times to tell when Izzy was recording for an interview and when she stopped recording. I think placing a start play button icon when she starts recording and subsequently a stop or pause recording icon when she quits recording would enhance the book and stop any potential confusion on this topic.

Izzy Wong's Nose for News by Marty Chan is a fantastic story that would be ideal for children aged 9 and up, as well as adults interested in reading a book about podcasting, reporting a story, school issues, realistic and humorous characters, as well as a touch of mystery and suspense mixed with fiction.