Praise for INVISIBLE EMMIE: “This is middle grade fiction at its best. A fantastic debut novel with plenty of laughs and tons of heart. INVISIBLE EMMIE is unforgettable!” - Lincoln Peirce, New York Times-bestselling creator of Big Nate
Praise for INVISIBLE EMMIE: “This funny and heartfelt tale will ring true for anyone who’s ever felt invisible.” - Victoria Jamieson Newbery Honor author-illustrator of Roller Girl
Praise for JUST JAIME: “A delightful tale that navigates the precarious ebb and flow of friendship dynamics.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Praise for JUST JAIME: “Libenson perfectly portrays the gaslighting and passive aggression that can be the hallmarks of middle-school relationships turned sour, and readers struggling with cracking of beloved friendships will find reassurance in the book’s ‘this too shall pass’ sentiment.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
Praise for POSITIVELY IZZY: “Libenson captures middle-school dramas—family, friendships, crushes, stereotypes, grades, self-discovery—with candor, fast pacing, and authentic, relatable characters. Positively satisfying.” - Horn Book Magazine
Praise for POSITIVELY IZZY: “Libenson nicely touches on classic middle-grade tropes, such as shifting friendships, crushes, and developing confidence. A poignant twist ending adds a heartening note to an already charming story.”
- Booklist