Details Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781444974584 Publisher: Hodder Children's Books Age Range: 9-11 years Overview The Friend Mission is the second book in comedian Rosie Jones's warm, witty Amazing Edie Eckhart series, written for World Book Day 2024. Narrated by twelve-year-old Edie, who has cerebral palsy, the story follows the arrival of a new classmate, Mia, who wears hearing aids, and the unexpected friendship that blossoms between them. Funny, honest and full of heart, it's a short, accessible read perfect for reluctant and confident readers alike, celebrating difference, kindness and the everyday adventure of making a new friend. About the Book Hi, I'm Edie Eckhart. I'm a little bit different — I have cerebral palsy, so I talk slowly and fall over a lot, but it's never really bothered me because I've never known anything else. It's the start of Year Eight and there's a brand-new girl in Edie's class, all the way from America! Edie can't wait to get to know Mia and her twin brother, Benjamin — this is Thrilling with a capital T, especially when Mrs Adler sits Mia right next to Edie. Mia has a hearing impairment and wears hearing aids, and she seems shy in this unfamiliar new school. Edie knows exactly how scary it can feel to be the new kid, so she sets herself a mission: to be the jam to Mia's jelly. It's time for the Friend Mission! Written for World Book Day 2024, this pocket-sized paperback packs Rosie Jones's trademark warmth and comedy into a fast story about disability, difference and friendship. Fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Dork Diaries will recognise the sparky, laugh-out-loud voice, while Edie's first-person narration offers a joyful window into life with cerebral palsy. Written by TV comedian and bestselling author Rosie Jones Part of the much-loved Amazing Edie Eckhart series Authentic, funny first-person disability representation Short World Book Day format — ideal for reluctant readers Warm, positive story about friendship and inclusion Great gift for children aged 9-11 About the Author Rosie Luisa Jones (born 24 June 1990) is a British comedian, writer and actress who has cerebral palsy. She began her career writing for panel shows before becoming a familiar face on The Last Leg, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, QI, Would I Lie to You? and Hypothetical, and reported from the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics for The Last Leg. Drawing on her own experiences, Rosie created the Amazing Edie Eckhart series to bring funny, honest disability representation to children's fiction, quickly winning praise from authors including Jacqueline Wilson. Why You'll Love This Book Funny, fast and full of heart, The Friend Mission is the perfect World Book Day treat — a quick read that says something real about friendship, difference and belonging, all in Rosie Jones's unmistakably warm comic voice. Please Note: Cover shown is the UK edition; ISBN and edition may vary slightly from images shown but content matches the description.