Best Funny Middle-Grade Books of 2016

by Robin Yardi

A magnificent novel that defines what it is to be an older brother, a friend, and, yes, even a knight. Full review >

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by Booki Vivat ; illustrated by Booki Vivat

A hilarious Asian-American heroine guaranteed to provoke laughs—not anxiety. Full review >

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by Richard Peck

A nostalgic slice of Rockwell Americana with a contemporary filling. Delicious—take a bite. Full review >

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by Julian Clary ; illustrated by David Roberts

Wildly original and very funny. Full review >

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by Roald Dahl ; illustrated by Quentin Blake ; edited by Susan Rennie

Snapperwhippers aren’t the only readers who will find this equally delumptious as a dictionary, a source of inspiration, and... Full review >

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by Peter Brown ; illustrated by Peter Brown

Thought-provoking and charming. Full review >

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by Tom Angleberger & Paul Dellinger

Provocative issues that never overwhelm storytelling make this a winner. Full review >

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by Crystal Allen ; illustrated by Eda Kaban

Nuanced depictions of friendship coupled with larger-than-life and fully three-dimensional characters make this delightful... Full review >

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