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I Funny

By: James Patterson,Chris Grabenstein
Narrated by: Frankie Seratch
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Publisher's summary

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. (Includes more than 175 black-and-white illustrations.)

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©2012 James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein (P)2012 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

A 2014 Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award Nominee

A 2014 Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Book Award Winner

"....Poignant.... Readers learn about [Jamie's] devastating loss and recovery from a tragic event....The affecting ending, which reveals a more vulnerable Jamie behind the guise of his humor, celebrates Jamie's resilient spirit."—Kirkus Reviews

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Frankie S makes this book come alive

It's a great funny story with great drawings if you have the book as well

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Laughter eases the stigma of disability

Jamie Grimm is a normal middle school kid. At least he used to be before; well, you’ll have to get that from the story. The fact that he’s been forced to move in with his uncle’s family in an unfamiliar town doesn’t dampen his ability to make folks laugh.

What’s a kid in a wheelchair have to laugh about, you ask?

Patterson and Grabenstein have nailed what it feels like to live with a disability. You try so hard to make people laugh while tears are pouring invisibly down your cheek. Jamie enters the “Planet’s Funniest Kid Contest” and suddenly he skyrockets in popularity.

What’s this? Jamie actually believes he won because the judges felt sorry for him in his wheelchair?

This is a great book for middle school kids as it wrestles with the problems kids endure when they suffer from a disability.

Bullies, you’d better beware. You’re beginning to look like idiots to the savvy kids in the hallways who have read Patterson’s book(s).

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Loved it

This is a really good book I am so excited to read the second and third book

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The funny book.

What did you love best about I Funny?

I loved all the hilarious jokes that were told throughout the story any the fantastic impersonations of other characters.

What did you like best about this story?

I love the mood of the book very humorous and lively with some emotional scenes.

Have you listened to any of Frankie Seratch’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I haven't listened to any of his other books but I am sure they are magnificent.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

The tag line would be the fact that he can make a joke about any topic.

Any additional comments?

I would suggest this book to all my friends and family.

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it was hilarious and fun

it was funny and very exciting and super duper hilarious i hope to read it again

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Very cute

This was a cute, quick story. I am a teacher, so I am always listening to books that I can recommend to my students. This will definitely be a recommendation, and I will also be listening to the rest of the series!

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Funny kid gos big in two citys

I think this book was really good it was funny and historic I liked it

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Amazing

This book is one of my favorites.
I like it a lot!!!!!!
It is a great book to read

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I'm impressed!

I love how this story is emotional yet still knows how to tug at your heartstrings.
Was my favorite book and still is.
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great bedtime story

i love the voice acting. the entire series is great and it is really Captivating a must listen

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