SHARI GREEN’s middle-grade verse novels include Root Beer Candy and Other Miracles, an IYL White Ravens selection; Macy McMillan and the Rainbow Goddess, a Schneider Family Book Award winner, Junior Library Guild selection, IBBY Outstanding Books for Young People with Disabilities selection, and USBBY Outstanding International Books selection; and Missing Mike, an NCTE Notable Verse Novels selection and USBBY Outstanding International Books selection. Shari lives on Vancouver Island, BC.
An unvarnished problem-focused novel with occasional doses of quick ice hockey action. * Kirkus * Shines a light on the true-to-life challenges faced by those with anxiety ... An insightful, heartfelt story. * Children's Literature Comprehensive Database * A welcome addition to any middle-grade collection. * Canadian Children's Book News * Bold and fascinating … Game Face is a compelling hockey story that offers insight into anxiety, while simultaneously hooking teens on free verse – a hat trick if ever there was one. * CM: Canadian Review of Materials * Written in free verse that is both varied and effective, Game Face is an easy-to-read story that will resonate with any young person who has faced a personal challenge and overcome it with courage and determination. * Winnipeg Free Press * Jonah’s story will have readers relating, caring and turning the pages, hoping for his success. * Calgary Herald *