Books like Thwonk by Joan Bauer
When the life of idolized photography student A.J. turns soggy with unreturned affection, a whimsical cupid doll materializes to guide him through the ups and downs of teenage romance. Embedding humor and heart, the book follows A.J. as he learns how to navigate love while capturing moments behind the lens.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Joan Bauer
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