Books like Little Monsters by Peter Lerangis
Brian Stevenson feels out of place after relocating to a new town—lonely, without friends, and overlooked by classmates. His situation takes a turn when he encounters Maurice, a monster who lives beneath his bedroom floor. With Maurice’s help, Brian learns to confront schoolyard bullies and find confidence, transforming his everyday life into a thrilling story of friendship and resilience.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Peter Lerangis
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