Book Series · 10 Books

Emmie & Friends Books

In order from Invisible Emmie to You-niquely You.

Terri Libenson's illustrated middle-grade stories shift between classmates to explore friendships, crushes, family changes, social pressure, and the gap between how children look to others and how they feel inside.

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Invisible Emmie
Positively Izzy
Just Jaime
Becoming Brianna
Truly Tyler
Reading order

How to Read Emmie & Friends

Read the nine story books in publication order, from Invisible Emmie through Entirely Emmie. Each volume can stand alone, but recurring classmates and changing friendships are easier to follow in order.

You-Niquely You is an optional journal and activity companion, not a story installment. The Invisible Emmie and Positively Izzy collection simply packages the first two books together. Seriously, Celia? is scheduled for September 29, 2026 and is not included in the published count yet.

Sources: Terri Libenson's official series list, Terri Libenson on the interactive journal, Terri Libenson's book 10 announcement.

For parents

What Parents Should Know

The conflicts are realistic rather than dangerous: exclusion, rumors, cliques, teasing, embarrassing moments, jealousy, changing best friendships, crushes, and anxiety about fitting in. Some characters behave unkindly before the story reveals more of their perspective.

Several books use alternating viewpoints and a mix of prose, comics, and drawings. That structure helps readers see how the same social situation can feel very different to two children, with generally hopeful resolutions built around empathy and honest communication.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Invisible Emmie
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Invisible Emmie

By Terri Libenson

Two girls' worlds collide when an embarrassing note goes astray, sparking unexpected middle school drama.

192 pages· 12,712 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Summary: Emmie, a shy artist, and Katie, a popular athlete, live in separate worlds until an embarrassing note changes everything. In one day, their middle school lives collide, revealing hidden truths and unexpected connections. As the drama unfolds, both girls must navigate the chaos of crushes and humiliations. Will this day redefine their paths or deepen the divide between them? Discover how a single note can alter the course of their lives in this humorous and heartfelt graphic novel.
In reading order

Emmie & Friends Series

10 books · Published 2017–2025

#1
Invisible Emmie
#1 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

Invisible Emmie

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Two girls' worlds collide when an embarrassing note goes astray, sparking unexpected middle school drama.

#2
Positively Izzy
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1299

Positively Izzy

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Two middle schoolers face unexpected drama at a talent show.

#3
Just Jaime
#3 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

Just Jaime

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Two friends face shifting alliances and doubts on the last day of seventh grade.

#4
Becoming Brianna
#4 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1299

Becoming Brianna

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

A young girl navigates her relationships and identity as she prepares for her bat mitzvah.

#5
Truly Tyler
#5 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

Truly Tyler

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Middle schoolers Emmie and Tyler face peer pressure and self-discovery through art and friendship.

#6
Remarkably Ruby
#6 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

Remarkably Ruby

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Two former friends, now opposites, discover hidden connections in middle school chaos.

#7
Surprisingly Sarah
#7 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

Surprisingly Sarah

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A choice between courage and fear tests a friendship. What will Sarah decide?

#8
Always Anthony
#8 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

Always Anthony

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2024

Two unlikely friends face a bullying incident that could make or break their bond.

#9
Entirely Emmie
#9 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

Entirely Emmie

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Shy Emmie and jokester Joe face unexpected friendship on a school camping trip.

You-niquely You
Series
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$1248

You-niquely You

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Unlock creativity with fun activities and secret codes in this interactive journal.

Journal and collection

Emmie & Friends Extras

2 books · Published 2020–2023

The interactive journal invites readers to write and draw; the two-book collection republishes the first two novels.

You-niquely You
Series
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$1248

You-niquely You

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Unlock creativity with fun activities and secret codes in this interactive journal.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Emmie & Friends series?

There are 10 books in the Emmie & Friends series. It began with Invisible Emmie in 2017, and the newest book, You-niquely You, was published in 2020.

What order should you read the Emmie & Friends books in?

Start with Invisible Emmie and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #10.

What ages are the Emmie & Friends books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring Emmie & Friends to life.

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Terri Libenson

Author & Illustrator
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