Homeroom Diaries, James Patterson
Homeroom Diaries, James Patterson
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Homeroom Diaries

Author: James Patterson, Lisa Papademetriou

Narrator: Lauren Fortgang

Unabridged: 4 hr 13 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/21/2014

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

After recovering from an emotional breakdown, a scrappy high school student dares to be happy and disrupt the social scene.

Margaret "Cuckoo" Clarke recently had a brief stay in a mental institution following an emotional breakdown, but she's turning over a new leaf with her "Operation Happiness." She's determined to beat down the bad vibes of the Haters, the Terror Teachers, and all of the trials and tribulations of high school by writing and drawing in her diary. And when life gets really tough, she works through her own moments of uncertainty through imaginary conversations with her favorite literary characters.

Cuckoo's also got a nearly impossible mission: she, along with her misfit band of self-deprecating friends (who call themselves "the Freakshow") decide to bridge the gap between warring cliques and "bring the Nations together." Not everyone is so willing to join hands and get along, but Cuckoo never stops smiling . . . until one of her closest friends, pushed to desperation by a prank, decides that enough is enough.

In James Patterson's first highly illustrated "diary fiction" story for teens, the mega-bestselling author's most endearing and original teen heroine ever proves that everyone can use a helping hand once in a while.

About James Patterson

James Patterson is a world-renowned mystery writer that has dominated the New York Times Bestseller list for decades. In fact, he holds the New York Times AND Guinness records for most best-selling, hardcover, fiction titles by a single author, an astonishing accomplishment of 76! Patterson is possible best known for his Alex Cross series, which has held the top selling detective series for the past ten years. His books have sold approximately 300 million copies worldwide and he is the first author to achieve ten million eBook sales. There have been nine files - seven made for TV movies and three major motion pictures that were adapted from Patterson novels. Unlike many of his counterparts, Patterson is a fan of collaboration and works with several ghostwriters and co-authors to keep the mysteries coming for his demanding readers. While he has received his share of criticism for this practice, it hasn't mattered to his devoted following and as he continues to top the charts with each new release. In addition to adult novels, Patterson has recently become the bestselling author for the young adult and middle grade categories.

Patterson is also well known for his philanthropy. The James Patterson Teach Education Scholarship has been established to support the next generation of teachers at 19 different universities across the country. Patterson co-hosts a webcast with Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade. ONE ON ONE: Fundamentals with Dwyane Wade and James Patterson highlights the importance of reading for success in life. He also has a website dedicated to helping parents and educators ignite the reading spark in students. The website has specific book recommendations aimed towards the child's ability. ReadKiddoRead.com also features book reviews, messages from James, a Facebook community, and contributions from other authors and celebrities that believe in the power of reading.

James Patterson was born March 22, 1947 in New York and graduated summa cum laude from Manhattan College with a B.A. in English, and summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University with an M.A. in English. He has won multiple awards for his work and has entertained and inspired millions. Patterson can occasionally be seen guest starring as himself on an episode on NBC's 'Castle'. He has a wife, Susan and a son, Jack an currently resides in Palm Beach, Florida.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Riposte on August 02, 2014

Great book. Although it touched on dark topics such as parental abandonment and bullying, it the main character maintained a very positive outlook, looking to overcome her circumstances and to move on, which I think is very important to note. Many young adult books today fixate on the bad, emphasizi......more

Goodreads review by Gerardo on November 16, 2018

3.5 out of 5 stars HOMERUN DIARIES is an interesting novel, but not something I’ll remember. Yeah, there’s mental illness and the like, but still, the story kind of falls through the cracks. Not that it’s bad or anything. I guess it needs a little more of the wow factor, or stronger characters, or ex......more

Goodreads review by Katniss on May 06, 2015

I just loved this book. James Patterson and Lisa Papademetriou tell a great story while Keino is a great illustrator. I don't usually read books with drawings or pictures because I'm easily distracted and I want to read continously. The only book I've read with illustrations was written by Alexie Sh......more

Goodreads review by Leonie on April 03, 2025

Thought this would be a "light" YA read...think again girl! This was a read packed with awsome, awful and amazing situations which we "visit" through the eyes of our main lady "Cuckoo". She and her team (nicknamed: "freakshow") of fellow classmates/friends want high-school to become more "happy" and......more

Goodreads review by itsKandi on May 29, 2018

Read it if you're bored. But it will not tickle your fancy. Well it didn't tickle mine.......more


Quotes

"Cuckoo is a well-developed and accessible protagonist.... Fans of the popular "diary fiction" genre (as well as those simply looking for an approachable and quick read) will find much to enjoy here."—School Library Journal

"Patterson brings the misfit theme of Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life and its sequels into edgier territory in this illustrated novel ... filled with drily funny dialogue balloons and captions."—Publishers Weekly