The Misfits

Review . . . the presentation soars and entertains. -- School Library Journal, July 2003This full-cast recording yields an authentic middle-school setting that listeners, young and old, will recognize. -- Booklist, June 2003 Product Description Four students who do not fit in at their small-town middle school decide to create a third party for the student council elections to represent all students who have ever been called names. From the Publisher The Misfits is a multi-voiced recording narrated by Spencer Murphy and the talented Full Cast Audio family of actors. Actual teenagers play the teen characters in this audio, effectively portraying the personalities and idiosyncrasies of each with humor, insight, and sensitivity. Reminiscent of classic radio drama, this unique audiobook is even better because it contains the full, unabridged text. Special Feature: A lively original music score and an exclusive interview with author James Howe conducted by teen narrator Spencer Murphy. From the Author How in the world did Full Cast Audio know how to find the perfect actors for each of the characters in The Misfits? Not only did they do a magnificent job of casting, they put the same thought and energy into every aspect of production. I am delighted with the finished product. It's rare for an author and his characters to be given so much TLC. --James Howe About the Author James Howe has published more than seventy books for young readers, including the wildly popular BUNNICULA, which, along with its sequels, has earned children's choice awards in 18 states. His other books include the Sebastian Barth mysteries, the Pinky and Rex read aloud series, and THE WATCHER, a highly acclaimed young adult novel. From AudioFile Bobby Goodspeed is not your typical 12-year-old. He's probably the world's youngest tie salesman. He also meets his friends at the local Candy Kitchen for regular "forums." When his friend Addie decides they need to create a third political party for the school election, Bobby gets an idea that could really change Paintbrush Falls Middle School. An interview with the author follows. Full Cast Audio delivers an outstanding performance for listeners of all ages. Over twenty narrators lend their voices to the story. All the young performers show great potential, especially those reading for the main characters. J.M.P. © AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine