I Funny, James Patterson
I Funny, James Patterson
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I Funny
A Middle School Story

Author: James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein

Series: I Funny #1

Narrator: Frankie Seratch

Unabridged: 3 hr 9 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 12/10/2012

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

#1 bestselling author James Patterson doles out the laughs in the first book in the hit series! Middle-schooler Jamie Grimm faces bullies and self-doubt as he chases his dream of becoming the world’s greatest comedian.   Jamie Grimm is a middle schooler on a mission: he wants to become the world's greatest standup comedian--even if he doesn't have a lot to laugh about these days. He's new in town and stuck living with his aunt, uncle, and their evil son Stevie, a bully who doesn't let Jamie's wheelchair stop him from messing with Jamie as much as possible. But Jamie doesn't let his situation get him down. When his Uncle Frankie mentions a contest called The Planet's Funniest Kid Comic, Jamie knows he has to enter. But are the judges only rewarding him out of pity because of his wheelchair, like Stevie suggests? Will Jamie ever share the secret of his troubled past instead of hiding behind his comedy act?

Prepare to laugh and cheer along with Jamie in this highly-illustrated, heartfelt middle school story.

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 Lindsey on August 20, 2023

"Be kind because everyone you meet could be fighting a hard battle you know nothing about. So I say... keep 'em laughing." Couldn't have said it better James Patterson! I love this series and the message in them. Oh, and my son has loved them and we have laughed hysterically.......more

Goodreads review by Aaron on June 05, 2017

Jamie Grimm, the stand-up comedian who can't stand up because he is in s wheelchair, is back at school on sabbatical only to find out that his middle school has a brand new principal and vice principal. This is definitely not a good thing as the principal is more of a coach focused on supporting the......more

Goodreads review by Bees on June 29, 2017

It was a good book, but if they write another, I won't be reading it. Honestly, if this WAS the much needed ending of the series, I'd say they ended it on a good note. My only personal complaint is that-maybe it's just me- the jokes aren't laugh out loud funny. Sure,they make me smile, but not laugh......more

Goodreads review by Clayton on January 19, 2018

I rated this book a 5 star because it was very funny and descriptive. The part that I liked most was when Jamie Grimms uncle likes the school librarian a lot and try's to act all fancy by wearing a suit and also changes his restaurant to a very fancy. But the librarian walks into the restaurant and......more

Goodreads review by Ryan on September 18, 2018

I thought that this book was very funny. It is about a kid in a wheelchair with his own TV show who also is the Planet's Funniest kid. I would recommend this book.......more

Quotes

Praise for I Funny:A #1 New York Times bestsellerA 2014 Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award NomineeA 2014 Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Book Award Winner
"....Poignant.... Readers learn about [Jamie's] devastating loss and recovery from a tragic event....The affecting ending, which reveals a more vulnerable Jamie behind the guise of his humor, celebrates Jamie's resilient spirit."—Kirkus Reviews

"The broad humor that runs throughout this heavily illustrated story... masks personal pain, demonstrating resiliency in the face of tragedy."
—Publishers Weekly

"Play[s] readers' heartstrings like a banjo.... A brimming bucket of bada-bing!"—Booklist

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