{"product_id":"pizza-face-a-graphic-novel-paperback","title":"Pizza Face: A Graphic Novel - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRex Ogle\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eDave Valeza\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA funny, feel-good middle-grade graphic memoir about breaking out, battling puberty, and braving complicated friendships.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's time to face facts!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the first day of seventh grade, Rex encounters a bump in the road -- a big angry pimple right in the center of his forehead. And this is only the beginning of his problems. What follows is a frustrating battle with stubborn acne, body odor, and other embarrassments of puberty. Still struggling with a home life edging on the poverty line, Rex can't afford to buy the acne medication or deodorant he needs, and bullies are noticing Rex's awkward transformation. On top of it all, things have gotten weird with his friends, making Rex feel like he can't do or say anything right. So far, seventh grade stinks!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRex Ogle is the author of \u003ci\u003eFree Lunch\u003c\/i\u003e, recipient of the YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults. His original graphic novel series, Four Eyes, is based on the highs and lows of his middle-school years growing up in Texas. Under the pen name Rey Terciero, he authored \u003ci\u003eMeg, Jo, Beth, and Amy\u003c\/i\u003e as well as \u003ci\u003eSwan Lake: Quest for the Kingdoms\u003c\/i\u003e. Before becoming a full-time writer, Rex worked as an editor in New York for many years and championed a number of licensed titles, including the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestsellers \u003ci\u003eStar Wars: Jedi Academy\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSecret Hero Society: Study Hall of Justice\u003c\/i\u003e, and Neil Patrick Harris's \u003ci\u003eThe Magic Misfits\u003c\/i\u003e. Rex now writes full time from his home in California. When he's not busy writing, Rex can be found hiking with his dog, playing \u003ci\u003eMario Kart\u003c\/i\u003e with his friends, or reading a new favorite book. Learn more about Rex at rexogle.com. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDave Valeza grew up in Covina, California, after emigrating with his family from Manila, Philippines. Pursuing his love of drawing, Dave earned a bachelor's degree in illustration and a master's degree in sequential art. He's a passionate visual storyteller, and he especially loves drawing people, fashion, and technology. In his spare time, Dave enjoys biking and doodling around Savannah, Georgia, where he lives with his husband, cat, and dog. Find out more about Dave and his work at davevaleza.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 7.7 x 5.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 02, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four Eyes\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle Grades, 4-8\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51750053019936,"sku":"9781338574999","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/1d37756cc6c1d717233a954510a9fc27.webp?v=1779941867","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/pizza-face-a-graphic-novel-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}