
By Tony Weaver Jr., Jes Wibowo (Illustrator), Cin Wibowo (Illustrator)
An outcast must become his own hero after a life-changing event.
Eleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. is passionate about comics and anime, but his classmates label him a weirdo. Bullied and isolated, Tony faces a pivotal moment that challenges him to embrace self-love and become the hero of his own story. Can he defy expectations and find where he truly belongs? This heartfelt journey explores the courage it takes to stand out and the power of being true to oneself.
“A touching story of belonging.” – Publisher’s Weekly, starred review”Honest, hopeful..” –Kirkus, starred reviewA Kirkus Best Book of the YearA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Eleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. loves comic books, anime, and video games, and idolizes the heroic, larger-than-life characters he finds there. But his new classmates all think he’s a weirdo. Bullied by his peers, Tony struggles with the hurt of not being accepted and tries to conform to other people’s expectations. After a traumatic event shakes him to his core, he embarks on a journey of self love that will require him to become the hero of his own story. From rising star Tony Weaver, Jr., Weirdo is a triumphant and comedic story for any kid who’s ever felt awkward, left out, or like they don’t belong–perfect for fans of Jerry Craft’s New Kid.
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