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Lauren Barnholdt is a celebrated author of tween and YA books. She was born and raised in Syracuse, NY. The Secret Identity of Devon Delaney and Two-way Street (Simon & Schuster) are both in their seventh printings with sequels in the works.
Definitely a recommended read for 6-9-year-old girls. Boys would also be entertained by Hailey, I think, though they might not appreciate all of her longings for beautiful dresses and sparkly pencils. - Everead - Everead The cantankerous Mr. Frisk doesn't stand a chance against precocious Hailey Twitch and her impish fairy Maybelle. Both aspire to befriend their elderly neighbor for personal gain; Hailey's efforts intensify as she enlists the seasoned actor as director in their school play. While the child's wacky attempts at friendship prove disastrous-Mr. Frisk does not appreciate his morning breakfast doused in syrup and left soaking in raw egg-her off-base efforts to apologize prove more appalling still. The dynamic between the lively youngster and her strong-willed sprite takes center stage, and Beaky's drawings make the most of the situational humor. Hailey's child-centered perceptions remain spot-on, combining laugh-out-loud moments with gentle insight. But I know deep down in my heart that it is not true. Cereal is the easy way out. This winning series depicts one youngster's balancing act between her sweet and spunky sides and provides a welcome resource for kids waiting for the next Clementine or Moxy Maxwell. - Kirkus - Kirkus Reviews
