Who Is My Bus Driver?

Reach for this book when your child is facing a major transition or feels paralyzed by the fear of leaving their comfort zone. This high stakes adventure follows Joan Wilder, a successful novelist who prefers the safety of her apartment but must suddenly travel to Colombia to save her sister. As Joan navigates the jungle alongside a rugged stranger, she discovers that she is far more capable and brave than she ever imagined. While the story is framed as a romantic adventure, its core resonates with the emotional journey of building self-confidence and resilience. It is an ideal pick for middle schoolers who enjoy fast paced mysteries and are starting to explore themes of independence and trust. Parents will appreciate how it models the shift from feeling like a spectator in one's own life to becoming the hero of the story.