• Publication Season/Year: Winter (January) 2010
• Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
• Release Date:  January 10, 2010
• ISBN (hardcover): TBD
• ISBN (paperback): TBD                             

Children’s librarian Josh Berk’s debut young adult novel, set in coal mining Pennsylvania and narrated with sardonic humor by a boy who is overweight, deaf, and a little cranky. In his first year at mainstream high school, the incomparable Will Halpin begrudgingly solves a murder and uncovers a secret truth about his family history.

About the Author

Josh has written about everything from fine art to punk rock for little ‘zines and big newspapers. The child of two librarians, he got a degree in Political Science from Drew University before realizing he hated politics and inevitably entering the family business. He holds a Masters Degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Pittsburgh and is well-known as a children’s librarian in Allentown, PA. He is also known in the city as an arts journalist, humorist, and guitarist (mostly in bands known for things other than fine guitar-playing). He currently lives in a cornfield just outside of Allentown, PA with his wife Kelly, son Elliot, and two Boston Terriers.  Read more about how to book or contact Josh Berk.