The Greatest Kid in the World, John David Anderson
The Greatest Kid in the World, John David Anderson
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The Greatest Kid in the World

Author: John David Anderson

Narrator: Josh Hurley

Unabridged: 10 hr 27 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/09/2023


Synopsis

From the beloved author of Posted comes the story of Zeke Stahls—a thoroughly average twelve-year-old who somehow finds himself in a competition to be named the World's Greatest Kid.Zeke Stahls is not the best kid in the world. Some days he struggles just to be good. He'd rather be pulling pranks than doing extra credit, and he's too busy performing experiments on his little brother, Nate, or tormenting his older sister, Jackie, to volunteer for charity.Which is why Zeke and his entire family are shocked when they receive word that he has been selected as a contestant in an online competition to find the World's Greatest Kid.Zeke has no idea how he was chosen for this, and he knows that measuring up to the other nominees--a saintly lineup of selfless, charming and talented do-gooders with photogenic smiles and hearts of gold--is hopeless. Still, with a $10,000 cash prize on the line, and Zeke's mom struggling to hold the family together on her single-parent salary, he decides to give it his best shot.As Zeke concocts various plots to show the world just how “great” he is, however, he finds himself wondering what that word even means, and who gets to decide. And what kind of kid he wants--and needs--to be.

About John David Anderson

John David Anderson is the author of more than a dozen acclaimed and beloved books for kids, including the New York Times Notable Book Ms. Bixby’s Last Day, Posted, Granted, One Last Shot, Stowaway, The Greatest Kid in the World, Keep It Like a Secret, and many more. A dedicated root beer connoisseur and chocolate fiend, he lives with his wonderful wife, two frawesome kids, and a pair of mischievous kitties in Indianapolis, Indiana. You can visit him online at johndavidanderson.org.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Mary

As always, simply adore John David Anderson's writing. And hoping Logan becomes a member of the family in a sequel.......more

Goodreads review by Richie

Richie’s Picks: THE GREATEST KID IN THE WORLD by John David Anderson, HarperCollins/Walden Pond Press, May 2023, 368p., ISBN: 978-0-06-298603-0 “I tell you life is sweet In spite of the misery There's so much more Be grateful” – Natalie Merchant (1998) “Zeke’s letter informing him that he might be the gre......more

Goodreads review by Joy

The first chapter got my attention. It’s totally John David Anderson’s style - every character is well-developed, there’s a surprise or two, and you may cry at the end. I loved Zeke’s development through the three-day contest, and Jackie’s character was spot on.......more

Goodreads review by Stella

I was lucky enough to receive an Advanced Reader's Copy from the author, thank you Mr. Anderson for the opportunity to read it! I tore through this book and have been looking forward to reading it for quite some time! I have to say this book was amazing! The characters were relatable and the jokes w......more

Goodreads review by Susan

THE GREATEST KID IN THE WORLD is a hilarious book that literally had me laughing out loud. Zeke's natural creativity and curiosity, combined with a 12-year-old boy's mischievousness, make him a fun train wreck of a character from whom you never know quite what to expect. The thing that keeps him lik......more