Book cover for Avery's Story: A Next Novel (Rival High #1) by Candace Buford

Avery's Story: A Next Novel (Rival High #1)

2026 Released
192 Pages
3-4 Hours
Ebook Unavailable
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Scholastic Inc.ISBN 9798225045401
Welcome to your NEXT great read! NEXT is an exciting new line of books that feature short, irresistible stories that include both full-color and black-and-white art that's sure to keep you hooked. Once you've read one, you'll need to know what happens ... NEXT! When two high schools merge, four friends help each other navigate the ensuing drama in this brand-new series by Candace Buford with art by Jamie Green.

Avery Jones is ready for a fresh start, and what better time than the first day at a new school? That's where she meets Madison (the influ-encer), Teresa (the genius), and Corinne (the athlete). Each one is so unique and cool, all Avery wants to do is impress them.

So when she sees an opportunity to twist the truth a little, she takes it. After all, a little white lie never hurt anyone ... right?

But when Avery's new school merges with her old school, she finds herself in way over her head juggling two lives -- and her new friends are starting to get suspicious. Will Avery be able to fix things before her friends figure out the truth?

Candace Buford

Candace Buford has always been drawn to stories with strong and complex people of color. She graduated from Duke University with a degree in German literature and holds a law degree from Penn State Law, as well as a business degree from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. She is the author of the critically acclaimed novels Kneel and Good as Gold and coauthor of the Rise. Risk. Remember Incredible Stories middle grade nonfiction series. Follow her on Instagram and X @CandaceBuford.

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