Books by Helen Rutter
The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh
by Helen Rutter
Billy Plimpton has a dream: he wants to become a famous stand-up comedian. There is only one problem. Billy has a stammer. In this warm story featuring bullies, new friends and a school talent show, can Billy find a way both to stand out and fit in? A heartfelt novel written by the mother of a boy who has a stammer.
Ages 8-12
Interviews where books by Helen Rutter were recommended
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The False Rose
Jakob Wegelius, translated by Peter Graves -
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The Secret Detectives
by Ella Risbridger -
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Above and Below: Sea and Shore
Harriet Evans & Hannah Bailey (illustrator) -
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The Shark Caller
by Zillah Bethell -
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A Wish in the Dark
by Christina Soontornvat -
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Circus Maximus: Race to the Death
by Annelise Gray
Best Children’s Books of 2021
Best Children’s Books of 2021
A lot of excellent books for kids have come out in 2021. It’s turned out to be a very strong year for middle grade fiction (novels for children age 8-12), especially fiction in a historical setting. We made sure to include plenty of picture books and nonfiction as well.
