Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret
(Libby/OverDrive eBook, Kindle)
Author
Contributors
Blume, Judy Author
Published
Random House Children's Books , 2012.
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Status
Checked Out
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Description
Now a major motion picture starring Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates! A Time Best YA Book of All Time Margaret shares her secrets and her spirituality in this iconic Judy Blume novel, beloved by millions.Margaret Simon, almost twelve, likes long hair, tuna fish, the smell of rain, and things that are pink. She’s just moved from New York City to Farbook, New Jersey, and is anxious to fit in with her new friends—Nancy, Gretchen, and Janie. When they form a secret club to talk about private subjects like boys, bras, and getting their first periods, Margaret is happy to belong. But none of them can believe Margaret doesn’t have religion, and that she isn’t going to the Y or the Jewish Community Center. What they don’t know is Margaret has her own very special relationship with God. She can talk to God about everything—family, friends, even Moose Freed, her secret crush. Margaret is funny and real. As you read her story, you’ll know why this book has been the favorite of millions of readers. It’s as if Margaret is talking right to you, sharing her secrets with a friend.
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Format
eBook, Kindle
Street Date
03/21/2012
Language
English
ISBN
9780307817747
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Both titans in realistic fiction were among the first to pen fast-paced, funny stories starring relatable kids with less-than-perfect daily lives. Unlike Beverly Cleary, Judy Blume also writes for adults. -- Autumn Winters
Both authors write witty, character-driven novels for tweens and teens about growing up and dealing with problems at home or school. Judy Blume also writes for adults; Megan McDonald is primarily a children's book author. -- CJ Connor
Although Lois Lowry ventures into speculative territory, unlike Judy Blume, both prolific youth literature legends specialize in authentic, believable characters. As pioneers in the middle grade and YA fields, their beloved works remain controversial despite constant, long-lasting acclaim from librarians and readers. -- Autumn Winters
Perhaps best known for their game-changing realistic fiction for teens, Jason Reynolds and Judy Blume upended their respective eras by presenting authentic young characters in believable situations. They share a gift for spot-on dialogue, sparkling humor, and candid examination of what can be seen as 'controversial' topics. -- Autumn Winters
Judy Blume and Lauren Myracle share an intense sensitivity to the inner lives of preteen and teen girls. Both limn the coming-of-age experience with exquisite delicacy, understanding that the smallest moments will resonate with their characters for the rest of their lives. -- Autumn Winters
In their relatable realistic fiction centering on middle schoolers, Judy Blume and Paula Chase capture the extraordinary in everyday life with their deep understanding of the high stakes of social hierarchy and the choices that young people are able and unable to make about their own identities. -- Autumn Winters
These authors' works have the appeal factors upbeat, and they have the genre "humorous stories"; and the subjects "siblings," "brothers," and "children of divorced parents."
These authors' works have the subjects "children of divorced parents," "best friends," and "ten-year-old girls."
These authors' works have the appeal factors upbeat, and they have the genres "classics" and "humorous stories"; and the subjects "best friends," "ten-year-old girls," and "schools."
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Published Reviews
Booklist Review
Gr. 5^-7. Margaret, the daughter of a Jewish-Protestant union, has all sorts of questions about her role in the world; so she asks God.
From Booklist, Copyright (c) American Library Association. Used with permission.
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Publisher's Weekly Review
Judy Blume's body of work returns to her original editor, Richard Jackson, with the rerelease of four classics in hardcover. An African-American family moves to all-white Grove Street in Iggie's House, to be released in April. The author's breakthrough title, Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret, about 11-year old Margaret Simon's struggles with puberty and religion, is now available in hardcover as well as in a Spanish-language edition, Estas ahi Dios? Soy yo, Margaret. Two additional titles came out last season: Blubber takes on preteen teasing; and It's Not the End of the World explores the effects of divorce. (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved
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Horn Book Review
Margaret, almost twelve, experiences the difficulties of growing up and choosing a religion in Judy Blume's popular novel. From HORN BOOK 1990, (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
(c) Copyright The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Publishers Weekly Reviews
Judy Blume's body of work returns to her original editor, Richard Jackson, with the rerelease of four classics in hardcover. An African-American family moves to all-white Grove Street in Iggie's House, to be released in April. The author's breakthrough title, Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret, about 11-year old Margaret Simon's struggles with puberty and religion, is now available in hardcover as well as in a Spanish-language edition, Estas ahi Dios? Soy yo, Margaret. Two additional titles came out last season: Blubber takes on preteen teasing; and It's Not the End of the World explores the effects of divorce. Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.
Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Blume, J. (2012). Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret . Random House Children's Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Blume, Judy. 2012. Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. Random House Children's Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Blume, Judy. Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret Random House Children's Books, 2012.
Harvard Citation (style guide)Blume, J. (2012). Are you there god? it's me, margaret. Random House Children's Books.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Blume, Judy. Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret Random House Children's Books, 2012.
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