Smiley
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025 · Est. 7.5 hour read

Smiley

By M. C. Ross

Book #2 in the Nugly series

A young pit bull named Smiley navigates the world and learns about herself and others through her experiences at a dog breeding kennel and beyond

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272 pages· 52,538 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
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Smiley, a joyful Pit bull with an infectious grin, is adopted by a family in Boston. Despite her sunny disposition, she encounters prejudice due to her breed's reputation. As her smile fades, Smiley embarks on a journey to change perceptions and find acceptance. Can she transform hearts and rediscover her joy?

From the publisher

Meet Smiley, a young Pit bull with the world’s most infectious smile, in this companion novel to M. C. Ross’s beloved Nugly!If there’s one thing Smiley, a young Pit bull, knows how to do, it’s, well … smile! She’s had her infectious smile since she can remember, and it brings everyone around her – including herself! – joy.So when she’s adopted by a lovely family in Boston, Smiley doesn’t expect anyone to dislike her. But she quickly learns that, sadly, Pit bulls have a reputation for being mean, and even Smiley’s characteristic smile won’t be enough to make everyone love her, and her smile begins to fade …As Smiley learns to navigate a world where she’s judged by her appearance, she’ll find a way to change the hearts and minds of those around her. And maybe –just maybe – she’ll find a reason to smile once more.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
272
Words
52,538
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~800L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about dogsBooks about self-discoveryBooks about pit bullsBooks about animal adoption
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.1
F&P level
~S
AR points
8
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
556007
Publication
Published
August 5, 2025
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781546141716

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