The Whole World's Crazy

Amelia tackles being the new kid in a small town in the first book of the hilarious and heartwarming Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated middle grade graphic novel series--now with a brand-new look!

Meet Amelia Louise McBride! She's a nine-year-old former New Yorker who just moved to a small town with her mom after her parents' divorce. Being the new kid in school can be tough, but she's got her mom and Aunt Tanner (who happens to be an ex-rock star), and even some new friends!

Together, Amelia, Reggie, Rhonda, and Pajamaman take on bullies (and Santa!), barely survive gym class, and receive a disgustingly detailed explanation of the infamous Sneeze Barf!

This relatable and hilarious book combines graphic novel artwork and traditional comic strip styles for a dynamic reading experience.

Author: Jimmy Gownley
Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Published: 04/07/2026
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781665989923
ISBN10: 1665989920
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | General
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Friendship
- Juvenile Fiction | Family | Marriage & Divorce

About the Author
Jimmy Gownley began writing and drawing comics at the age of fifteen. He is an advocate for kids' comics, having cofounded the organization Kids Love Comics, which works to promote comic books and graphic novels as a valuable tool for literacy and education in schools, libraries, and at home. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their twin daughters, Stella and Anna, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.