Kid Normal Synopsis

When Murph Cooper rocks up to his new school several weeks into the beginning of term, he can't help but feel a bit out of his depth. And it's not because he's worried about where to sit, and making friends, and fitting in, or not knowing where the loos are. It's because his mum has enrolled him at a school for superheroes by mistake. And unlike his fellow students, who can all control the weather or fly or conjure tiny horses from thin air, Murph has no special abilities whatsoever. But just because you don't have superpowers, it doesn't mean you can't save the day. Let's hope Murph realises that, and quick - because not far away is a great big bad guy who is half man and half wasp, and his mind is abuzz with evil plans...It's time for Kid Normal to become a hero!

Perfect for fans of David Solomons, David Baddiel and Danny Wallace. Featuring brilliant illustrations by Erica Salcedo throughout.

Watch a video of the authors Greg James and Chris Smith talking about the very first Kid Normal book on KidsZone.

Kid Normal Reader Reviews

Kids love to read and so in addition to the review by one of the Lovereading4kids editorial experts some of our Lovereading4kids Reader Review Panel members were also lucky enough to read and review this title. You can read their full reviews by clicking here.

• Alexander Bisland age 12 & Daniel Bisland age 10 - 'We enjoyed this book because it was funny and leaves you on the edge of your seat. We give it 5/5. We recommend it to 9+.'
  
• Erica, age 11 - 'So, this phenomenal book is perfect for anyone in doubt or any one who is thirsty for adventure and it's perfect for any age. Just remember, if in doubt, there's always a silver lining to every cloud.'
  
• Emily Yates - 'Kid Normal is a story of trust, bravery and friendship, along with a touch of very silly fantastical ideas, that seem so real that they come alive on your page!'
• Joshua Beverley, age 9 - 'This book is hilarious, gripping and takes you on a journey through Murph Cooper’s schools. Murph moves around a lot but nothing prepares him for ‘The School’...Find out all about it in 'Kid Normal'- an extraordinary story about an ordinary boy.'
• Josh Parcell, age 10 - 'The book is really funny because strange and weird things happen and I really like that...I would rate this book a million out of 10, probably the best book I've read this year.'

Kid Normal Press Reviews

“Kid appeal aplenty, genuinely warm and funny writing, an excellent wasp-man villain and a positive message about discovering your own strengths”    Fiona Noble, The Bookseller

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All versions of this book

ISBN: 9781408884539
Publication date: 13/07/2017
Publisher: Bloomsbury Childrens an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback

Book Information

About Greg James, Chris Smith

Greg James is the host of Radio 1's Drivetime show and the Official Chart. He is also a familiar face on TV, and in February he completed his #GREGATHLON - five triathlons in five different cities on five consecutive days - raising over GBP1,000,000 for Sport Relief. In 2014 he won Gold for 'Best Entertainment Show' at the last ever Radio Academy Awards, which arguably makes him the most entertaining radio presenter in perpetuity. Greg has no superpowers. In his spare time he enjoys the idea of having hobbies. But in reality, he's made all of them into work.  Chris ...

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