Awards and Honors2015 Cybils Awards Nomination, Elementary / Middle Grade Speculative Fiction VOYA’s Best Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror 2016
Judy Lopez Memorial Award, 2016 Honor
Children’s Book Committee Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Books of 2016, Fiction
Why does Duncan's mom forbid him to earn good grades or win a fencing match? A secret talent—the ability to speak cat—leads him on an epic journey to discover his true identity. Black-and-white illustrations.
A wide variety of novels and accessible nonfiction for younger elementary readers who love a good story comprise this category of 12 books per year. The focus in these titles is primarily on the text, though some novels may feature illustration.