Elly Swartz lives in Massachusetts and is happily married with two grown sons, a beagle named Lucy, and a pup named Baxter Bean. Dear Student, called a "heartfelt story with a fresh plot" by Parents Magazine, was her latest novel. She is also the author of Finding Perfect, Smart Cookie, and Give and Take, novels for middle-grade readers.

Praise for Hidden Truths

★ "A warm testament to the healing power of mutual respect--and doughnuts."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ "Swartz's latest is realistic fiction at its best."--SLJ, starred review

"This is an incredible story of friendship, forgiveness, and loss. Readers will find it difficult to put down."--Erin Entrada Kelly, Newbery-winning author of Hello, Universe

"This novel has it all! Suspense, humor, and so much heart. Swartz perfectly captures the joys and pressures of being twelve. What does it mean to be a true friend? Can real friendship withstand anything? These forever questions are explored tenderly yet honestly in what's sure to be a forever favorite book."--Jennifer Ziegler, author of Worser

"Readers will resonate with the message about showing up first for yourself, and believing in the power to heal the heart."--Sydney Taylor Schmooze

Publisher: Random House Children's Books

Pub date: 2024-12-10

Length: 272 pages