“It was the day of the worms. That first almost-warm, after-the-rainy-night day in April, when you bolt from your house to find yourself in a world of worms. They were as numerous here in the East End as they had been in the West. The sidewalks, the streets. The very places where they didn't belong. Forlorn, marooned on concrete and asphalt, no place to burrow, April's orphans.”
Jeffrey Magee, known as Maniac, is an orphan who runs away from his hometown of Orphan's Creek. His journey takes him through various towns, where he encounters different people and cultures, challenging the status quo and forming unlikely friendships along the way. The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the power of community. more
Jerry Spinelli is a renowned American children's literature writer, born on February 1, 1941. His works are known for their humor, depth, and imaginative storytelling, enjoying great popularity among readers. His representative works include 'Stargirl' and 'Maniac Magee'. more
“The easiest lies to tell are the ones you want to be true.”