Backstage Fright
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2025

Backstage Fright

Written by Andy Nonamus · Illustrated by Amy Jindra

Book #7 in the The Very Worst Ever series

A kid's stage fright threatens the school play's success.

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128 pages
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When the demanding Mr. Shae Pierre directs the school play, one unlucky kid struggles to keep up. On opening night, he's the only one not off-book, risking the entire performance. But with the help of his gloomy friend who knows all the lines, there's a chance to save the show. Will working backstage be easier, or will the pressure of the spotlight prove too much? Dive into this humorous tale of friendship and unexpected heroics in the world of school theater.

From the publisher

A very unlucky kid breaks a leg–so to speak–when it’s time for the school play in the seventh book in The Very Worst Ever chapter book series! When the famous Mr. Shae Pierre arrives to direct [REDACTED]’s school play, he won’t accept anything but thespian perfection! It’s all about projecting your voice, commanding the stage with flair, and staring at the audience until they applaud uncomfortably. [REDACTED] does his best to keep up, but on opening night, he realizes he’s the only student not off-book! Luckily, his gloomiest friend knows all his lines. Working backstage has to be way easier than being on stage…right? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Very Worst Ever chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

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Pages
128
Reading age
5–9
Audience
Transitional Reader
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Publication
Published
February 4, 2025
Publisher
Little Simon
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781665964210

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