Paperboy
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013 · Est. 7 hour read

Paperboy

Written by Vince Vawter

Book #1 in the Paperboy series

A boy's stutter challenges him during a life-changing summer paper route in the segregated South.

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224 pages· 50,333 words· Est. 7 hour read· 940L
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In 1959 Memphis, an 11-year-old boy known as Little Man takes on his friend's paper route, facing the daunting task of speaking to customers despite his severe stutter. As he navigates the challenges of communication, he encounters a neighborhood bully who threatens to upend his world. This summer becomes a pivotal journey of self-discovery and courage, as Little Man strives to find his voice in a society marked by segregation and prejudice. Will he overcome his fears and stand up to the threats that loom over him?

From the publisher

When an eleven-year-old boy takes over a friend’s newspaper route in July, 1959, in Memphis, his debilitating stutter makes for a memorable month.

Awards

Newbery Honor (2014)
At a glance
Format
Pages
224
Words
50,333
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
940L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.1
F&P level
~V
AR points
8
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
158356
Publication
Published
January 1, 2013
First published
May 14, 2013
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780385742443
LCCN
2012030546

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