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Diary of a Soccer Star

Name: Diary of a Soccer Star
ISBN: 9781742378251

By Shamini Flint

Adjectives

humorous relatable lighthearted

Genres

Humour Sport Realistic Fiction

What is Diary of a Soccer Star about?

Nine-year-old Marcus Atkinson is a maths whiz but hopeless at sports. His dad, a self-help author, believes Marcus can achieve anything he sets his mind to, including becoming a soccer star. Despite his reluctance, Marcus joins the school soccer team, leading to a series of humorous misadventures. Through his illustrated diary, Marcus shares his struggles and unexpected triumphs, offering readers a comedic glimpse into his attempts to navigate the world of sports.

About the author

Shamini Flint is a wonderful author from Malaysia who loves writing stories for children. She is known for her exciting 'Sasha' series, which follows Sasha on adventures around the world. Shamini enjoys travelling and sharing her love of different cultures through her books, making reading fun and adventurous for everyone.

Pages

88 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Edition published

2012

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