I Am an artichoke

I Am An Artichoke ©1995

 "Despite the serious subject matter -- anorexia and dysfunctional families -- this accomplished first novel sparkles with deliciously wry humor. . . .In a slangy, deadpan narration spiced with acute observations of characters and scenery, Frank brings a fresh, funny and vibrant new voice to YA literature."   --Publisher's Weekly (starred review)

Children's Literature Choice List 1995
Publisher's Weekly Flying Starts: New Stars for Children
New York Public Library Books for the Teenage 1996

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