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How to Write Really Badly

By Anne Fine

Adjectives

humorous heartwarming insightful

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Chester Howard, new to Walbottle Manor School, finds it unbearably nice and is determined to help his messy classmate, Joe Gardener. Recognising Joe's talent for building models but struggles with writing, Chester suggests a project titled 'How to Write Really Badly'. This unconventional approach allows Joe to excel, boosting his confidence and revealing his hidden abilities.

About the author

Anne Fine is a much-loved British author who has written many funny and thoughtful books for children. She is best known for 'Madame Doubtfire' and 'The Diary of a Killer Cat'. Anne enjoys making readers laugh and think, and her stories are enjoyed by children all around the world.

Pages

112 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2002

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