Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on The Friend Dilemma, a new release in the Emma Just Medium Series about friendship, self-esteem, and emotions/feelings. Perfect for young readers ages 7 - 10.
"Short chapters, simple vocabulary, and syntax make the book perfect for readers who are still new to chapter book reading. The Friend Dilemma is a fun and instructive story about navigating the emotional challenges of school friendship." ~The Children's Book Review
BONUS: See the information sheet from One Elm Books to learn more about The Friend Dilemma, and be sure to also check out The Beach Dilemma, Book 1 in the Series.
The Friend Dilemma
NEW RELEASE: February 4, 2025Book 2 in the Emma Just Medium Series for young readers ages 7 - 10
Genre: Young Readers Fiction, Juvenile Fiction Humor
Author: Laura Wiltse Prior
Illustrator: Marta Kissi
Available in hardcover, audiobook, and e-book from $6.99
Even though Emma’s summer turned out well, it was topsy turvy. That’s why she can’t wait to get back to her routine with her best friends, Lily and Amelia.
Emma has only been able to stay in touch with her friends by phone and texting, so she is super excited to have a playdate where they will do all the things they have always loved to do together, including Legos and science experiments. But when the girls come over the day before third grade starts, things don’t go as planned.
Lily has transformed into a ballerina, and Amelia now finds Emma’s science boring. On top of that, they want to play with Little, Emma’s younger brother, more than with her!
Emma needs to fix things and fast. She will have to wow her friends so everything can go right back to normal, and she will do it on the first bus ride to school. But Emma finds that third grade is proving to be different in more ways than one.
Will Emma’s plan work or will she have another big dilemma to resolve?
The Beach Dilemma
Book 1 in the Emma Just Medium Series
Genre: Young Readers Fiction, Juvenile Fiction Humor
Available in hardcover, audiobook, and e-book from $3.99
Middle-kid Emma is stuck between her two brothers, again.
She has to ride in the middle seat as her family heads out on a weeklong beach vacation with friends, where Emma knows that being just medium will only get worse! Then she has an idea. What if she could get out of being in the middle by taking on a new role? What if she acted BIG? Will Emma's plan work, or will she have another huge dilEmma?
Praise for The Beach Dilemma
"A fun children’s book with charismatic characters that kids will enjoy following." ~Literary Titan
"A valuable lesson about embracing one's personality and learning to appreciate what makes each of us unique." ~Kirkus Reviews
2024 Florida Authors and Publishers Association Silver Award Winner
2023 Bookpal's Outstanding Works of Literature WINNER - Elementary Category
About the Author
Laura Wiltse Prior is a middle grade author who loves cookie dough, reading, and tennis. When she isn’t writing, she is driving her children around, hiking with Cody, her Portuguese Water Dog, or hanging with Casper, the nicest cat in town. She lives and writes in Connecticut with her husband and three kids, the inspiration for her stories.
About the Illustrator
Marta Kissi is a London-based illustrator originally from Warsaw. She studied BA Illustration & Animation at Kingston University and MA Communication Art & Design at the Royal College of Art. Her favorite part of being an illustrator is bringing stories to life by designing charming characters and the wonderful worlds in which they live.
About the Publisher
One Elm Books is an imprint of Red Chair Press, an indie press committed to learning and literacy (and laughter!). Founded in 2009, Red Chair Press has been dedicated to publishing series to engage children in stories that provide models for strong character and good behavior. By working with only the highest-quality artists from around the world, Red Chair Press ensures that their books will appeal to a wide range of readers. Learn more at RedChairPress.com, and be sure to follow them online:
