Middler Book Club

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.434.8726. The book will be available at the event; you do not need to read ahead. "Before the Ever After" by Jacqueline Woodson What it is: a story in verse about ZJ, whose dad is a famous football player with a life that seems like a fairy tale. But ZJ knows what's behind the perfect image: too many head injuries have damaged his dad's brain, and their whole family is changing because of it. Why you might like it: This emotional story hits hard, taking an honest look at one boy trying to make it through confusion and sadness with help from his loved ones. (Ages 10-13.) -NoveList Plus