Books like Big Nate - Mr. Popularity by Lincoln Peirce
The fourth installment in Lincoln Peirce’s New York Times‑bestselling Big Nate series, Mr. Popularity, chronicles Nate Wright’s campaign for school office. As he faces the school’s most popular kids, Nate relies on his friend Francis to boost his chances. The book offers more than 300 full‑color comic panels, as well as bonus activities in the back. Perfect for middle‑school readers who enjoy humor and school‑based adventures.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Lincoln Peirce
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