The Squad

Get out your pom-poms. The highly anticipated standalone companion to the instant #1 bestseller The Tryout promises even more joy, higher stakes, and relatable middle school drama. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.

“Raw, candid, moving and full of heart.” Betty C. Tang, creator of the award-winning bestseller Parachute Kids.

“Beautiful, heartfelt and hilarious.” Sarah Mlynowski, New York Times bestselling author of the Whatever After series

Step up. COMMIT. FOLLOW THROUGH.

It's eighth grade, and Christina and her best friends Megan and Leanne are once again going through the brutal trials of cheerleading tryouts. This year, Christina is feeling more confident: she dresses in her own style and has amazing friends, even her first crush. But what happens if the girls don't all make the team? Worse still, Christina learns that her parents' marriage is falling apart. Suddenly, her family, her future, and her identity seem to be in freefall. Can Christina hold it all together and make her cheerleading dreams come true?

This fast-paced, heart-filled story will have you laughing harder, crying harder, and cheering louder than ever before.