Books like Brave by Svetlana Chmakova
Jensen believes his daydreams make him the ultimate hero, rescuing friends and the world with a single thought. Reality, however, keeps him down a level: challenging math classes, strained friendships, and the feeling of being the last pick for group work.
A new partnership in the school newspaper, led by Jenny and Akilah, pulls Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social experiments, and behind‑the‑scenes club drama. With the stakes higher, his imagined heroics must be weighed against real solutions.
Can Jensen’s fantasy heroism guide him through the obstacles of middle school, or will he learn that real courage is earned with effort, cooperation, and learning? The story follows his journey to find that balance.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Svetlana Chmakova
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