Kid Like Me

Norm Feuti is an award-winning author, illustrator, and cartoonist based in Massachusetts, known for his engaging and humorous books for young readers. His graphic novel series Beak & Ally won a Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor in 2022, and his early reader series Hello, Hedgehog! is a family favorite, helping children build reading confidence with charming stories and lovable characters. In addition to his children’s books, Norm is the creator of two nationally syndicated comic strips, Retail and Gil, which were widely appreciated for their relatable humor and thoughtful storytelling.Norm Feuti is an award-winning author, illustrator, and cartoonist based in Massachusetts, known for his engaging and humorous books for young readers. His graphic novel series Beak & Ally won a Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor in 2022, and his early reader series Hello, Hedgehog! is a family favorite, helping children build reading confidence with charming stories and lovable characters. In addition to his children’s books, Norm is the creator of two nationally syndicated comic strips, Retail and Gil, which were widely appreciated for their relatable humor and thoughtful storytelling.

“Norm Feuti navigates the stigma of poverty and the twists-and-turns of middle school friendship with deftness and empathy. A Kid Like Me is a funny, heartwarming journey of resilience, friendship, and finding the courage to be yourself.” — Johnnie Christmas, New York Times and award-winning author of Swim Team“A sweet, funny, and perceptive tale of friendship across class lines. I loved every page!” — Hope Larson, New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning author“A heartfelt and courageous story that shows friendship can—and should—straddle the socioeconomic divide.” — Rex Ogle, award-winning author of Free Lunch"Crisp, expressive artwork in a muted palette nicely telegraphs the complex emotional realities Ethan and his friends experience, especially as Ethan resourcefully finds confidence to be himself. Plenty of kids will be able to relate to Ethan’s story in this absolute must-have for middle-schoolers that will be at home on a shelf next to Raina Telgemeier, Jerry Craft, and Shannon Hale." — Booklist (starred review)“Clean, straightforward panels allow the nuances of the story and the relatable and sympathetic characters’ emotions to shine. An honest and authentic portrayal of navigating an underprivileged childhood.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)For the “­Diary of a Wimpy Kid” readers who are looking to graduate to stories with higher stakes and more heart. — School Library Journal"Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author, illustrator, and cartoonist Norm Feuti (Beak & Ally series) sheds a gentle but decidedly direct light on the social and financial complexities of a working-class kid entering middle school. Feuti's story moves quickly, helped along by a mixture of thickly bordered panels with sharp edges, full page illustrations, and entirely borderless panels that keep the eyes moving rapidly across the page. An excellent read for fans of Rex Ogle's Free Lunch or Kelly Yang's Front Desk." — Shelf Awareness (starred review)"Crisp, expressive artwork in a muted palette nicely telegraphs the complex emotional realities Ethan and his friends experience, especially as Ethan resourcefully finds confidence to be himself. Plenty of kids will be able to relate to Ethan’s story in this absolute must-have for middle-schoolers that will be at home on a shelf next to Raina Telgemeier, Jerry Craft, and Shannon Hale." — Booklist