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Alyson Gerber

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Alyson Gerber is the NYTimes and USA TODAY bestselling author of The Liars Society series and critically acclaimed, middle grade novels. A former marketing director, Alyson earned her MFA in creative writing at the New School. She grew up in New England and now lives in New York City with her family. Follow her @AlysonGerber and at alysongerber.com

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4.19 avg rating — 2,774 ratings — published 2017 — 10 editions
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Taking Up Space

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A Risky Game by Alyson Gerber
"I love the puzzles, twists, and suspense that is woven through this book! It is indeed "Inheritance Games for Middle Grade." It picks up right where the first book left off, at the prestigious and exclusive Boston school with Weatherby, Jack, and fri" Read more of this review »
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I loved everything about this edge-of-your seat, series starter. The characters, the setting, the story are magical and exciting. You won't be able to put this book down. ...more
The Liars Society by Alyson Gerber
"My first read of 2024 was incredible!
Told through the voice of two narrators, The Liars Society will be a huge hit with fans of middle grade mystery.

Weatherby is a skilled sailor thanks to her next-door neighbor, “Uncle” Skip. When her skills get h" Read more of this review »
First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston
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"The much-anticipated MG sequel to the smash hit mystery series @the_liars_society by @alysongerber
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Weatherby and Jack learned they were cousins in #book 1 and now they’ve got each other’s backs both in their quest for The Last Heir and The Liar’s S" Read more of this review »
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“I guess change is pretty scary. Even if it's the good kind.”
Alyson Gerber, Braced

“I guess when you don't have another choice, you have to make things happen for yourself, or they won't.”
Alyson Gerber, Braced

“The best you can do is treat them how you want them to treat you, stand up for yourself, and then don’t waste your energy worrying what they think. I know that’s especially hard right now when you can’t avoid them, but it’s good practice. There will be Tamars and Sages for the rest of your life.”
Alyson Gerber, Taking Up Space

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This poll is for our 13+ yo September BOTM Group Read. Please vote for one book, however, you can also vote for one book on the 12- yo poll. Please see comments for additional notes as needed.

 
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