Skinny Melon and Me

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the introduction of a new step-parent or feels their 'safe' home dynamic is shifting. Through the eyes of twelve-year-old Cherry, this diary-style novel captures the messy, often humorous reality of navigating a blended family. It explores the resentment, embarrassment, and eventual acceptance that comes when a parent remarries, all while maintaining a lighthearted tone that avoids being overly sentimental. It is an excellent choice for pre-teens who appreciate a 'wimpy kid' style format but are ready for more nuanced emotional themes. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's right to feel protective of their single-parent bond while gently showing the path toward a new family normal.