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“Cabel smiles and hangs up. "Guess what." What," Janie says. We can go out on our first date." Woo hoo!" And guess what else- You're buying." Me? Why?" Because you lost the bet." Janie thinks for a moment. Punches Cabel in the arm. "You did not fail five quizzes or tests!" I did. I have proof.”

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Lisa McMann
Lisa McMann

Lisa McMann is an American author known for her young adult novels. Born on February 27, 1968, she graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Her works are characterized by unique science fiction and fantasy elements, which have won her a dedicated following among young readers. more

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