Dogs Don't Tell Jokes

Summary: Twelve-year-old jokester Gary Boone knows he was born to be a comedian, it'sthe kids in his class who think he's just a goon. Winning the school talentshow would be Gary's dream come true, but on the big night his dream nearlybackfires--with hilarious results. "With its strong, realisticcharacterization, Sachar's gracefully told story will please his longtime fansand gain him new followers as well"-- Publishers Weekly.An IRA/CBC Children's Choice.