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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · May 6, 2025
Weird Sad and Silent
A new friend helps a girl confront bullies and past trauma.
192 pages· 24,752 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 142 ratings
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Children's book Author
Alison McGhee
Biography
Alison McGhee is the New York Times bestselling author of Someday, as well as Dear Sister, Maybe a Fox with Kathi Appelt, Firefly Hollow, Little Boy, So Many Days, Star Bright, A Very Brave Witch, and the Bink and Gollie books. Her other children’s books include All Rivers Flow to the Sea, Countdown to Kindergarten, and Snap!. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Laguna Beach, California. You can visit her at AlisonMcGhee.com.
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Bink and Gollie
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010
A girl and her friend go on adventures and learn about compromise and friendship.
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Someday
Board Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007
A mother's dreams for her child's future unfold in life's milestones.
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Countdown to Kindergarten
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002
A girl faces kindergarten jitters with strict rules and untied shoes. Can she find a way to cope?
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Bink and Gollie: Best Friends Forever
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013
Two friends try to find their place in the world and become world-record holders
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Graphic Nov.
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Bink and Gollie: Two for One
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012
Two friends visit a state fair and participate in various activities.
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Tell Me a Tattoo Story
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2016
A father shares the stories behind his tattoos, revealing family history and love.
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Book Stats
22
Authored
0
Illustrated
13
Collaborators
Picture books
11
Graphic novels
3
Chapter books
7
Board books
1
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Publication timeline from 2002 to 2025.
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Book type breakdown: 11 picture books, 3 graphic novels, 7 chapter books, 1 board books.
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Weird Sad and Silent
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2025
A new friend helps a girl confront bullies and past trauma.
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$1697
Telephone of the Tree
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024
A mysterious phone in a tree connects the living with lost loved ones. Will Ayla use it to reach Kiri?
Graphic Nov.
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$1348
Dear Brother
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2023
Overlooked Sister battles her brother's pet choice through letters, uncovering unexpected sibling bonds.
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World So Wide
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2020
Discover the world through a child's first experiences and the love that surrounds them.
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$759
Dear Sister
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018
An older brother pens letters to his pesky sister, revealing sibling love and tolerance.
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$958
Pablo and Birdy
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
A boy seeks the truth about his mysterious origins and his silent parrot's secrets.
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$1695
Percy, Dog of Destiny
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
A small dog faces a squirrel's challenge, risking his beloved toy forever.
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Tell Me a Tattoo Story
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2016
A father shares the stories behind his tattoos, revealing family history and love.
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$858
Maybe a Fox
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016
A sister vanishes, a fox senses danger, and two worlds collide.
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$1597
Firefly Hollow
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015
Can unlikely friends overcome fears and chase dreams in a world of giants?
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Star Bright
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014
A small angel seeks the perfect gift for a special baby, discovering the true meaning of giving.
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$1498
The Sweetest Witch Around
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014
A witch's sweet tooth leads to Halloween mischief and bravery.
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$1597
The Case of the Missing Donut
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2013
A donut vanishes. Can the sheriff solve the mystery?
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$674
Bink and Gollie: Best Friends Forever
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013
Two friends try to find their place in the world and become world-record holders
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$674
Bink and Gollie: Two for One
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012
Two friends visit a state fair and participate in various activities.
#1 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$674
Bink and Gollie
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010
A girl and her friend go on adventures and learn about compromise and friendship.
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$1498
So Many Days
Picture Book · Ages 0–8 · 2010
Celebrate the brave choices children make as they shape their futures.
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$1699
Only a Witch Can Fly
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009
A girl dreams of flying, but can she defy the odds on a magical night?
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$1899
Little Boy
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008
Discover the magic in everyday moments and let a child's world unfold.
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$958
Someday
Board Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007
A mother's dreams for her child's future unfold in life's milestones.
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$759
A Very Brave Witch
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006
A little witch discovers the truth about Halloween and humans.
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$858
Countdown to Kindergarten
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002
A girl faces kindergarten jitters with strict rules and untied shoes. Can she find a way to cope?