Weirdo

Weirdo is an honest, hopeful, and often funny middle grade novel about belonging, resilience, and self-discovery.

Eleven-year-old Tony Weaver Jr. is passionate about comic books, anime, and video games, idolizing the larger-than-life heroes he finds in their pages. But when he starts at a new school, his classmates dismiss him as a “weirdo.” Bullied and isolated, Tony struggles with the pain of not being accepted and tries to change himself to fit in.

After a traumatic event shakes his world, Tony embarks on a journey of self-love and courage. Along the way, he realizes that being true to himself is the only way to become the hero of his own story.

Celebrated as a Kirkus Best Book of the Year, Weirdo is a triumphant tale for any kid who has ever felt awkward, left out, or different. With humor and heart, Tony Weaver Jr. delivers a story that empowers young readers to embrace their uniqueness and find strength in who they are.