Sometimes being someone new feels amazing. Until it doesn't.
Sadie likes things calm, predictable and safe. But spending a
week in a new seaside town, changes everything.
When she meets bold, fearless Maz, Sadie is drawn into a world
of new adventures, bigger risks and exciting possibilities. For
the first time, she starts to imagine being someone different.
But as friendships are tested and tensions rise, Sadie must decide
how far she's willing to go to fit in - and whether changing
yourself is ever worth the cost.
A compelling coming-of-age story about friendship, belonging and
staying true to yourself when everything starts to change.
Every story starts with an open book.
'Open book is designed not just to help children get
through a book - it's to help them feel success and most importantly,
to feel the joy of being a reader' Dr Sarah Moseley
Developed to be accessible, the books in this series are especially
supportive for children with diverse needs, including autism,
ADHD, speech and language challenges (SLCN), dyspraxia and more.
Simple images at the start of each chapter make unfamiliar words
clear, helping readers build confidence and enjoy reading independently
with understanding.
Supportive layouts with short chapters and predictable structure.
Carefully crafted to balance readability with rich, compelling
storytelling, helping more children experience the joy and confidence
of independent reading.
High interest but age-appropriate to ensure engagement and challenge.
Off-white paper for reduced visual load.
Dyslexia-friendly fonts and spacing.
Dr Sarah Moseley is an Educational Adviser, author, researcher,
and keynote speaker specialising in literacy, SEND, neurodiversity,
and inclusive practice. With over 25 years of experience across
mainstream, specialist, and alternative education, she supports
schools, trusts, and organisations to create ambitious, accessible
learning environments that remove barriers, raise aspirations,
and enable every learner to thrive. Combining research, leadership,
and classroom expertise, Sarah bridges theory and practice
to deliver practical, evidence-informed approaches that improve participation,
achievement, and outcomes for all learners.
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with diverse needs.
This series brings together engaging, character-led stories with
thoughtful, inclusive design to support a wide range of readers.
Why not check out other titles in Scholastic's Open Book
series!
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Karen McCombie is the bestselling author of over 80 books for children and teenagers, including the series Ally's World, Angels NextDoor and You, Me and Thing, and has sold over 1 million books worldwide. Before becoming an author she worked for teen magazines such as J17 and Sugar. Originally from Scotland, she lives in London with her husband, young daught
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