Weirdly Walter

Sometimes finding your voice can sound funny. Walter and his father have always been inseparable. They’ve traveled the country together. Walter’s been to just about every one of Dad’s gigs. But this year, Walter’s sent to live with his grandfather, in the town where Dad grew up, and start fifth grade at the Apple Grove Performing Arts Academy all on his own. And the worst part is—Walter has no idea why.

On his first day, Walter impresses the entire school with hilarious impersonations during the morning announcements. He finds himself tapped to try out for the school musical, but when his costar unearths the true reason why Walter’s dad isn’t around, will Walter be able to face the music?

Weirdly Walter, a funny and heartfelt middle grade novel, is a story about a powerful father-son relationship, unconditional love, forgiveness, and how our heroes aren’t always perfect, from the acclaimed author of Words on Bathroom Walls, Julia Walton.

A Performing Arts School Story: Walter becomes an instant legend with his hilarious vocal impersonations during morning announcements, but fitting in at a new school is harder than it sounds. Finding Your Voice: When he lands the lead role of Willy Wonka, Walter has to find the courage to perform on stage, even when he feels like hiding. Tough Family Secrets: The real reason for his dad’s absence is a secret Walter doesn’t even know himself—and when a rival uncovers the truth, it threatens to bring everything crashing down. An Unlikely Friendship: With the help of Fil, a fast-talking gymnast who becomes his first real friend, Walter learns he doesn’t have to face things alone.