I Funny: A Middle School Story

This heartwarming and humorous middle grade novel follows Jamie Grimm, a new-in-town middle schooler who uses a wheelchair after a car accident claimed his family. Living with his unsupportive aunt and uncle and their bullying son, Stevie, Jamie finds solace and strength in his dream of becoming a stand-up comedian. The story explores themes of grief, resilience, self-acceptance, and the power of humor as Jamie navigates a comedy contest, makes new friends, and confronts his past. It's an engaging read for ages 10-14, offering both laughs and poignant moments.

In James Patterson's heartwarming #1 New York Times bestseller, middle schooler Jamie Grimm faces bullying and self-doubt as he chases his dream to become the world's greatest comedian. Jamie Grimm is a middle schooler on a mission: he wants to become the world's greatest standup comedian, even if he doesn't have a lot to laugh about these days. He's new in town and stuck living with his aunt, uncle, and their evil son Stevie, a bully who doesn't let Jamie's wheelchair stop him from messing with Jamie as much as possible. But Jamie doesn't let his situation get him down. When his Uncle Frankie mentions a contest called The Planet's Funniest Kid Comic, Jamie knows he has to enter. But are the judges only rewarding him out of pity because of his wheelchair, like Stevie suggests? Will Jamie ever share the secret of his troubled past instead of hiding behind his comedy act? Following the bestselling success of the hilarious Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life, James Patterson continues to dish out the funnies in another highly-illustrated, heartfelt middle school story.