24 Best realistic fiction books like Friend Me by Sheila M. Averbuch

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Friend Me

By: Sheila M. Averbuch

3.79

Format: 272 pages, Hardcover

What happens when an online friend becomes a real-life nightmare? Roisin hasn't made a single fr…

"If I live to be a thousand, I won't see anything sweeter than the shock on Zara's face. Her mouth hangs down, like I'm a dog who suddenly learnt to talk. Like it never occurred to her that I might bite."

-Sheila M. Averbuch, Friend Me

"If I live to be a thousand, I won't see anything sweeter than the shock on Zara's face. Her mouth hangs down, like I'm a dog who suddenly learnt to talk. Like it never occurred to her that I might bite."

-Sheila M. Averbuch, Friend Me

"If I live to be a thousand, I won't see anything sweeter than the shock on Zara's face. Her mouth hangs down, like I'm a dog who's suddenly learned to talk. Like it never occurred to her that I might bite."

-Sheila M. Averbuch, Friend Me

"If I live to be a thousand, I won't see anything sweeter than the shock on Zara's face. Her mouth hangs down, like I'm a dog who's suddenly learned to talk. Like it never occurred to her that I might bite."

-Sheila M. Averbuch, Friend Me

If you liked the realistic fiction plot in Friend Me by Sheila M. Averbuch , here is a list of 24 books like this:

1. Monster Blood For Breakfast! (Goosebumps HorrorLand, #3)

By: R.L. Stine

3.33

Format: 161 pages, Paperback

It's a whole new ride from the master of fright and bestselling author R.L. Stine--with a story so … read more

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2. Unfriended

By: Rachel Vail

4.60

Format: None pages, Hardcover

In middle school, nothing is more important than friendship. When Truly is invited to sit at the Po… read more

Similar categories in Rachel Vail's Unfriended book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

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3. Sea Witch Rising (Sea Witch, #2)

By: Sarah Henning

3.61

Format: 416 pages, Hardcover

“The Little Mermaid” takes a twisted turn in this thrilling sequel to villainess origin story Sea W… read more

Similar categories in Sarah Henning's Sea Witch Rising (Sea Witch, #2) book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • fiction
  • young adult
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4. Attack of the Black Rectangles

By: Amy Sarig King

4.21

Format: 258 pages, Hardcover

When Mac first opens his classroom copy of Jane Yolen's The Devil's Arithmetic and finds some words… read more

Similar categories in Amy Sarig King's Attack of the Black Rectangles book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • family
"Why do they treat kids like we don't mean anything?"

-Amy Sarig King, Attack of the Black Rectangles

"If you're comfortable learning history, it's the wrong history."

-Amy Sarig King, Attack of the Black Rectangles

"I love banned books. I used to read as many to you as I could when you were little, Mac."

-Amy Sarig King, Attack of the Black Rectangles

"But if we want to change the world so it's good for everyone, it's important to talk about the truth."

-Amy Sarig King, Attack of the Black Rectangles

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5. The Prettiest

By: Brigit Young

4.15

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

A must-read for young feminists, The Prettiest is an incisive, empowering novel by Brigit Young abo… read more

Similar categories in Brigit Young's The Prettiest book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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6. Speak Up!

By: Rebecca Burgess

4.21

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

For fans of Click and Brave, this touching coming-of-age middle grade graphic novel debut follows … read more

Similar categories in Rebecca Burgess's Speak Up! book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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7. Simon Sort of Says

By: Erin Bow

4.31

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

Simon O’Keeffe’s biggest claim to fame should be the time his dad accidentally gave a squirrel a ho… read more

Similar categories in Erin Bow's Simon Sort of Says book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • mental health
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • family
"Dad picks Denver [to get his rabies shots], and he's totally fine, but he's going to be away for three days. "Just like Jesus," Mom says. I can hear the phone say, "Isobel!"

-Erin Bow, Simon Sort of Says

"In the tabernacle did the [squirrel]--" "Eat the Host?" says Dad. "Yes he did." "And was it--" "Consecrated?" says Dad. "Yes it was." ... "What, uh, happened to the squirrel?" "That squirrel is now 3…"

-Erin Bow, Simon Sort of Says

"The dog- Todd?- looks up from its leaking beer, puffs a sigh, then crosses the room to head-butt the fridge door closed. "Ummm" I manage "Did you see he got a--" "It's okay," she says. "He only has o…"

-Erin Bow, Simon Sort of Says

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8. The Hidden Kingdom (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel, #3)

By: Tui T. Sutherland

4.55

Format: 217 pages, Paperback

The #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in the third graphic no… read more

Similar categories in Tui T. Sutherland's The Hidden Kingdom (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel, #3) book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
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9. Remarkably Ruby (Emmie & Friends #6)

By: Terri Libenson

4.18

Format: 384 pages, Paperback

Pride. Popularity. Poetry? Middle school. Ruby and Mia are total opposites. Ruby is a little awk… read more

Similar categories in Terri Libenson's Remarkably Ruby (Emmie & Friends #6) book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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10. Growing Pangs

By: Kathryn Ormsbee

4.05

Format: 256 pages, Kindle Edition

New grade. New friends. New worries? Introducing a graphic novel about friendship, anxiety, and gro… read more

Similar categories in Kathryn Ormsbee's Growing Pangs book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • mental health
  • family
  • fiction
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11. Dress Coded

By: Carrie Firestone

4.17

Format: 303 pages, Hardcover

In this debut middle-grade girl-power friendship story, perfect for fans of Moxie , an eighth grade… read more

Similar categories in Carrie Firestone's Dress Coded book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
"What if, instead of seeing us as covered or uncovered body parts, you saw us as people and you learned our names?"

-Carrie Firestone, Dress Coded

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12. Maybe He Just Likes You

By: Barbara Dee

4.23

Format: 304 pages, Hardcover

A 2020 ALA Notable Children’s Book A Washington Post Best Children’s Book of 2019 Barbara Dee e… read more

Similar categories in Barbara Dee's Maybe He Just Likes You book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
"First rule of self-defense is: Don't ask your attacker for validation."

-Barbara Dee, Maybe He Just Likes You

"I just meant this stuff with me is different . And I definitely wouldn't call it regular bullying." "So what would you call it, then?" I opened my mouth to answer. But I didn't have any words. Becaus…"

-Barbara Dee, Maybe He Just Likes You

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13. Smaller Sister

By: Maggie Edkins Willis

4.34

Format: 320 pages, Paperback

Maggie Edkins Willis's Smaller Sister is a debut middle grade graphic novel about body image, confi… read more

Similar categories in Maggie Edkins Willis's Smaller Sister book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • mental health
  • fiction
  • family
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14. Making Friends (Making Friends, #1)

By: Kristen Gudsnuk

4.01

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Sixth grade was SO much easier for Danielle. All her friends were in the same room and she knew wha… read more

Similar categories in Kristen Gudsnuk's Making Friends (Making Friends, #1) book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
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15. TBH, This Is So Awkward (TBH, #1)

By: Lisa Greenwald

3.61

Format: 224 pages, Kindle Edition

To be honest, middle school is rough! Cecily, Gabby, and Prianka have been BFFAE since pre-K, so it… read more

Similar categories in Lisa Greenwald's TBH, This Is So Awkward (TBH, #1) book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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16. Maid for It

By: Jamie Sumner

4.07

Format: 240 pages, Hardcover

From the acclaimed author of Roll with It comes a relatable and deeply moving middle grade novel ab… read more

Similar categories in Jamie Sumner's Maid for It book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • mental health
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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17. Blended

By: Sharon M. Draper

4.16

Format: 308 pages, Hardcover

"You’re so exotic!” “You look so unusual.” “But what are you really?” Eleven-year-old Isabella i… read more

Similar categories in Sharon M. Draper's Blended book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • family
"The doors of Target opened with a welcoming swoosh, and I was instantly distracted. Yeah. Target does that to me. I feel at home. They've got stuff I need. Stuff I don't need. Stuff I didn't even kno…"

-Sharon M. Draper, Blended

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18. 12 to 22: POV You Wake Up in the Future!

By: Jen Calonita

3.98

Format: 256 pages, Hardcover

A smart and funny modern day 13 Going on 30 from New York Times bestselling author Jen Calonita! A … read more

Similar categories in Jen Calonita's 12 to 22: POV You Wake Up in the Future! book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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19. Picture Day (The Brinkley Yearbooks #1)

By: Sarah Sax

3.83

Format: 288 pages, Library Binding

Everyone knows the most stressful day of middle school is picture day ! And that's exactly where th… read more

Similar categories in Sarah Sax's Picture Day (The Brinkley Yearbooks #1) book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • family
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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20. What Happened to Rachel Riley?

By: Claire Swinarski

4.23

Format: 352 pages, Hardcover

An eighth grader uses social media posts, passed notes, and other clues to find out why a formerly … read more

Similar categories in Claire Swinarski's What Happened to Rachel Riley? book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • mystery
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21. Keep It Together, Keiko Carter

By: Debbi Michiko Florence

4.16

Format: 293 pages, Hardcover

Seventh grade is supposed to be a game changer. And Keiko thinks she's got it covered, especially w… read more

Similar categories in Debbi Michiko Florence's Keep It Together, Keiko Carter book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
"My friendship with my best friends was like the best high-quality chocolate— sweet and smooth."

-Debbi Michiko Florence, Keep It Together, Keiko Carter

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22. What About Will

By: Ellen Hopkins

4.13

Format: 384 pages, Hardcover

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Ellen Hopkin's comes a new heartbreakingly tender middle … read more

Similar categories in Ellen Hopkins's What About Will book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • mental health
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • family
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23. Unstuck

By: Barbara Dee

4.07

Format: 286 pages, Kindle Edition

From critically acclaimed author Barbara Dee comes a middle grade novel about a girl whose struggle… read more

Similar categories in Barbara Dee's Unstuck book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • family
  • fiction
  • contemporary
"Remember, you don't write to win a trophy. You write because you love to, and because there's a story you want to tell. That's the prize you give yourself, and it's the only one that matters."

-Barbara Dee, Unstuck

"I thought your writing was going better lately. So why are you forcing yourself to write something different? I mean besides your story, which is what you really want to write. What you need to write…"

-Barbara Dee, Unstuck

"I guess if you're a superstar like Dahlia, people expect you to win every contest, get perfect grades, go to a fancy college, even if that's not who you really are. Maybe if you're Journey, people ex…"

-Barbara Dee, Unstuck

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24. Deepfake

By: Sarah Darer Littman

3.52

Format: 352 pages, Hardcover

What happens when anyone can make a video of you saying anything? Dara Simons and Will Hochman h… read more

Similar categories in Sarah Darer Littman's Deepfake book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • mystery
  • thriller
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25. Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai

By: Debbi Michiko Florence

4.09

Format: 304 pages, Hardcover

When Jenna Sakai gets dumped over winter break, it confirms what she learned from her parents' mess… read more

Similar categories in Debbi Michiko Florence's Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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26. The Many Masks of Andy Zhou

By: Jack Cheng

4.15

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

“Another beautiful book by Jack Cheng.” —Erin Entrada Kelly, Newbery Award-winning author of Hello,… read more

Similar categories in Jack Cheng's The Many Masks of Andy Zhou book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • family
Cover of Friend Me by Sheila M. Averbuch

27. Friend Me

By: Sheila M. Averbuch

3.79

Format: 272 pages, Hardcover

What happens when an online friend becomes a real-life nightmare? Roisin hasn't made a single fr… read more

Similar categories in Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • mental health
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • mystery
  • thriller
  • family
  • science fiction
"If I live to be a thousand, I won't see anything sweeter than the shock on Zara's face. Her mouth hangs down, like I'm a dog who suddenly learnt to talk. Like it never occurred to her that I might bi…"

-Sheila M. Averbuch, Friend Me

"If I live to be a thousand, I won't see anything sweeter than the shock on Zara's face. Her mouth hangs down, like I'm a dog who's suddenly learned to talk. Like it never occurred to her that I might…"

-Sheila M. Averbuch, Friend Me

Cover of Everything I Know About You by Barbara Dee

28. Everything I Know About You

By: Barbara Dee

4.07

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

Misfit Tally is forced to room with queen bee Ava on the seventh grade field trip to Washington, DC… read more

Similar categories in Barbara Dee's Everything I Know About You book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
  • mental health
  • fiction
  • contemporary
  • family
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29. The Braid Girls

By: Sherri Winston

3.89

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

In this unforgettable summer novel perfect for fans of From the Desk of Zoe Washington , Maggie, he… read more

Similar categories in Sherri Winston's The Braid Girls book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • family
  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
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30. The Dollhouse: A Ghost Story

By: Charis Cotter

3.75

Format: 360 pages, Hardcover

A creepy, mysterious dollhouse takes center stage in this atmospheric middle-grade mystery for fans… read more

Similar categories in Charis Cotter's The Dollhouse: A Ghost Story book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • mystery
  • fiction
  • middle grade
  • young adult
Cover of It's My Party and I Don't Want to Go by Amanda Panitch

31. It's My Party and I Don't Want to Go

By: Amanda Panitch

3.73

Format: 224 pages, Hardcover

A funny and honest portrayal of living with social anxiety, this timely novel explores the universa… read more

Similar categories in Amanda Panitch's It's My Party and I Don't Want to Go book and Sheila M. Averbuch's Friend Me

  • middle grade
  • contemporary

28 must-read fiction books like Friend Me by Sheila M. Averbuch

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Sea Witch Rising (Sea Witch, #2)

Sarah Henning

3.61

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Attack of the Black Rectangles

Amy Sarig King

4.21

Transform Your Habits

The Prettiest

Brigit Young

4.15

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Speak Up!

Rebecca Burgess

4.21

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Well, That Was Awkward

Rachel Vail

3.95

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Invisible Emmie

Terri Libenson

3.37

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The Prettiest

Brigit Young

4.15

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Janae Marks

4.29

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