A Fishboy Named Sashimi - by Dan Santat

Book Synopsis

From bestseller Dan Santat comes a hilarious new graphic novel series starring a creature with the head of a fish, the body of a boy, and the chance to have the best adventure ever!

In the town of Barnacle Bay, a creature lurks. He's come from the ocean, in search of others like him. He is... A FISH BOY NAMED SASHIMI!

To fit in with humans, Sashimi sneaks into an elementary school and pretends to be a student. But he's clearly a fish out of water!

When Sashimi finds out the whole town is on the hunt for the Beast of Barnacle Bay--a creature who sounds a lot like Sashimi--hijinks ensue! Fortunately, with the help of a new friend and the class goldfish, Sashimi figures out a way to stay afloat.

Review Quotes

Praise for THE FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING:

"[Santat] unpacks his transformational experience with vulnerability and raw honesty--the sincerity is heartening and the outcome inspiring." --Shelf Awareness, starred review

"[A] relatable story of self-discovery... the perfect balance of humor and poignancy." --Kirkus, starred review

"[A] great read among a crowded field, especially for sensitive middle-grade boys." --Booklist, starred review

"A thoughtful memoir with lots of humor and heart." --School Library Journal, starred review

"[E]motionally perceptive" --Publisher's Weekly, starred review

Winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature
An ALA Notable Children's Book
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A Shelf Awareness Best Books of the Year
A Kirkus Best Book of
A Junior Library Guild selection
A Texas Lone Star Reading List Pick

About the Author

Dan Santat has published over 100 books for children. His most notable works include A First Time for Everything (A National Book Award winner), The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend (Caldecott Medal winner), Are We There Yet? (#1 New York Times bestseller), and After the Fall (New York Times bestseller). His artwork is also featured in the bestselling series The Misfts by Lisa Yee, Detective Duck by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver, and Dav Pilkey's Ricky Ricotta. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and many, many pets.