The Book No One Wants to Read by Beth Bacon
Published by HarperCollins on June 15, 2021
ISBN: 006296254X
Pages: 176
Genres: Humor
Format: Early Reader
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This is the follow-up to Bacon’s I Hate Reading, and it follows the same format. The book is written as if the book itself is having a conversation with the reader. It is full of humor and fun activities to keep young readers engaged. Each page asks the reader to do something to or with the book — complete a maze, wink, make silly faces, and more. This reviewer’s 6-yr old new reader found the entire thing amusing and read the entire 176 page book in one sitting. The only criticism is that some of the humor will go over the heads of young readers and the concept of having a conversation with the book can be a little confusing. Recommended for reluctant readers and new readers who enjoy some humor in their books.

Reviewed by Jessie Trafton, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta, ME