Swim the Fly

3 books · Ages 12–18 · Young Adult, Chapter Books

Swim the Fly is a 3-book series for ages 12–18 by Don Calame.

Where to Start

Swim the Fly

Start at the beginning: Swim the Fly

This is a sequential series — each book builds on the last. Start with book 1.

Reading Order

Swim the Fly
1
Swim the Fly2009
Beat the Band
2
Beat the Band2010
Call the Shots
3
Call the Shots2012

What This Series Covers

Friendship & LoyaltySelf-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceLoneliness & BelongingCreativity & ImaginationSchool Life

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