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Girl Talk

Girl Talk Books in Order | Wonderlit

5 books · Ages 8–13

Girl Talk is a 5-book series for ages 8–13 by Katherine Applegate. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, Welcome to Junior High! and Stealing the Show are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

Welcome to Junior High!

Welcome to Junior High!1990

Oh Brother!

Oh Brother!2001

Stealing the Show

Stealing the Show1991

Peer Pressure

Peer Pressure1990

Mixed Feelings

What This Series Covers

School Life Friendship & Social Being Left Out Loneliness & Belonging Friendship & Loyalty Self-Confidence & Identity

All books by Katherine Applegate →

1991

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