Sleeping Freshmen Never Lie - by David Lubar (Paperback)

About the Book

This hilarious novel chronicles Scott's freshman year, as he decides that high school would be a lot less overwhelming if it came with a survival manual. Here Scott records his first year of bullies, romance, honors, classes, and brotherhood.

Book Synopsis

AN ALA BEST BOOK FOR YOUNG ADULTS - Study up for a tale that perfectly captures the ridiculous, tumultuous, and sometimes heartbreaking truths about high school.

"A fresh, genuinely funny picture of an earnest yet hapless teen."--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Lubar writes in a laugh-out-loud style about the problems of a teenager figuring out high school. . . A great read for teens looking for a laugh."--VOYA

Freaks and bullies. Classes and crushes. This is high school.

Starting high school is never easy, but could there be a worse time for Scott's mother to announce she's pregnant? Scott decides high school would be a lot less overwhelming if it came with a survival manual, so he begins to write one for his future sibling. Meanwhile, he's trying his best to capture the attention of Julia, the freshman goddess. While he tries to find his place in the confusing world of high school, win Julia's heart, and keep his sanity, Scott will be recording all of the details for his sibling's--and your--enjoyment.

Review Quotes

[A] fresh, genuinely funny picture of an earnest yet hapless teen . . .(BCCB)

About the Author

David Lubar is the author of many popular novels for young readers, including Hidden Talents and Dunk. He has also published many short stories in young adult anthologies. He lives in Pennsylvania.