Palacio's Wonder and all readers learning how to be comfortable in their own skins.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred review 'A quirky, clever, and lighthearted look at what it means to accept oneself. Sticks & Stones: 'Elyse's struggles toward self-confidence will resonate with fans of R.J. Palacio will enjoy this book for its similar writing style, compelling characters, and upbeat tone.A quirky, clever, and lighthearted look at what it means to accept oneself.' - School Library Journal I want to help.' As Elyse works to solve the mystery of who is sending her these notes, she also finds new ways to accept who she is and to become her best self. Now, at age twelve, she's starting middle school, and just when her friends who used to accept and protect her are drifting away, she receives an anonymous note saying 'I know who you are, and I know what you're dealing with. And then there are words like 'interesting,' which she's not really sure how to feel about. At first it was just 'cute' and 'adorable,' but as she's gotten older and kids have gotten meaner, words like 'loser' and 'pathetic' appear, and those words bubble up and itch. Ever since she was a baby, the words people use to describe Elyse have instantly appeared on her arms and legs. Sticks & Stones by Abby Cooper is a feel-good middle grade debut with just a dash of magic.