First published 2021
Worm is a shy, bullied 8th grader. On "Dead Wednesday," when students play-act their own obits, Worm finds himself unexpectedly paired with the school's queen bee, Burdock. As they carry out their mock funeral rituals, Worm and Burdock forge an unlikely connection that forces them to confront their own fears and self-perceptions. In the process, they learn profound lessons about the fragility of life and the power of empathy.
Genres: fiction, contemporary, adolescence, young-adult
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
279 pages · Hardcover · Youth Large Print