About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels overshadowed by the loud successes of siblings or peers and needs to see that being 'ordinary' is actually a superpower. It is a comedic relief for the kid who feels like they are the only person in the room not winning a trophy. The story follows the Bagthorpes, a family of hyper-competitive overachievers who become obsessed with winning slogan-writing contests. At the center is Jack, the only 'normal' family member, who navigates the chaotic absurdity of his relatives with a grounded perspective. It is perfect for ages 8 to 12. Parents will appreciate how it uses satire to address the pressure of high expectations, normalizing the feeling of being different within a family unit while providing genuinely laugh-out-loud moments.
