Book Series · 4 Books

Shermy & Shake Books

In order from The Not-So-Nice Neighbor to Shermy and Shake, the Not-So-Bossy Best Friend.

The Not-So-Nice Neighbor
The Not-So-New Kid
Shermy and Shake, the Not-So-Bossy Best Friend
Shermy & Shake, The Not-So-Unhappy Campers
The Not-So-Nice Neighbor
The Not-So-New Kid
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Not-So-Nice Neighbor
Sale price
$1498
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

The Not-So-Nice Neighbor

By Kirby Larson, Shinji Fujioka (Illustrator)

A quiet summer turns chaotic when opposites collide. Can they find common ground?

96 pages
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Summary: Shermy's peaceful summer plans are disrupted when Shake, a lively new neighbor, arrives. While Shermy prefers reading and order, Shake thrives on adventure and spontaneity. As their worlds clash, the boys must navigate their differences. Will they discover the value of unexpected friendship, or will it be a summer of endless conflict? Dive into a heartwarming tale of two boys learning to embrace their unique bond.
In reading order

Shermy & Shake Series

4 books · Published 2023–2026

#1

The Not-So-Nice Neighbor

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

A quiet summer turns chaotic when opposites collide. Can they find common ground?

#2

The Not-So-New Kid

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

Shermy's friendship is tested when his summer pal Shake becomes the new school star.

Shermy and Shake, the Not-So-Bossy Best Friend

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2026

A new dog strains a friendship. Is a move imminent?

Shermy & Shake, The Not-So-Unhappy Campers
Sale price
$1797

Shermy & Shake, The Not-So-Unhappy Campers

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9

Two friends navigate adventures, challenges, and new beginnings together.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Shermy & Shake series?

There are 4 books in the Shermy & Shake series. It began with The Not-So-Nice Neighbor in 2023, and the newest book, Shermy and Shake, the Not-So-Bossy Best Friend, was published in 2026.

What order should you read the Shermy & Shake books in?

Start with The Not-So-Nice Neighbor and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.

What ages are the Shermy & Shake books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Shermy & Shake to life.

01

Kirby Larson

Author
02

Shinji Fujioka

Illustrator

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