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The Thing about Jellyfish (National Book Award Finalist)

AUTHOR Benjamin, Ali
PUBLISHER Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (04/04/2017)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

Description
This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instant New York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist!

After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting--things don't just happen for no reason. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory--even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door.

Oddlot Entertainment has acquired the screen rights to The Thing About Jellyfish, with Gigi Pritzker set to produce with Bruna Papandrea and Reese Witherspoon.

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ISBN-13: 9780316380843
ISBN-10: 0316380849
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 352
Carton Quantity: 20
Product Dimensions: 5.10 x 0.90 x 7.60 inches
Weight: 0.60 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Price on Product, Ikids
Country of Origin: US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Death, Grief, Bereavement
Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Emotions & Feelings
Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Friendship
Grade Level: 5th Grade - 8th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5
Point Value: 7
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Guided Reading Level: Not Applicable
Dewey Decimal: FIC
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This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instant New York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist!

After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting--things don't just happen for no reason. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory--even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door.

Oddlot Entertainment has acquired the screen rights to The Thing About Jellyfish, with Gigi Pritzker set to produce with Bruna Papandrea and Reese Witherspoon.

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Author: Benjamin, Ali
Ali Benjamin's work has appeared in print, online, and on television. She lives with her family in rural Massachusetts.
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