Ferris

Written with Kate DiCamillo's signature warmth, the tale unfolds through Ferris's perspective as she navigates a summer of delightful chaos. Pinky, the aspiring outlaw, stirs up mischief while Uncle Ted haunts the Wilkey basement with a grand project to document the history of the world, and Charisse—their grandmother—has begun seeing a ghost in her doorway. But this ghost isn't there to depart; she brings wild, impractical, and illuminating plans that upend Ferris's days and enlarge her world. The story balances these comic moments with tenderness, offering a hopeful, adventurous look at family, courage, and growing up.

Ferris moves with a gentle, engaging rhythm that makes the world feel both familiar and magical. The writing invites readers to linger on small, true-to-life moments while savoring the big bursts of laughter and wonder that come from a household where love, resilience, and imagination carry the day. If you enjoy stories that mix the fantastic with the truth of everyday life, Ferris delivers a charming blend of humor, heart, and a touch of the supernatural that stays with you long after the last page.

• Warm, character-driven story about family, growing up, and courage
• Colorful cast: Ferris, Pinky, Uncle Ted, Charisse, and a doorway-ghost with big ideas
• Whimsical, heartfelt blend of humor and gentle magical realism
• Engaging, readable structure with vivid settings and quick pacing
• Themes of resilience, imagination, healing, and moving forward together
• Accessible, lyrical DiCamillo-style writing that invites reading aloud or solo

After finishing Ferris, readers will carry a warmer sense of family connection, a belief in the power of imagination, and the courage to meet life’s surprises with kindness and wit. The story leaves you with hope, comfort, and a renewed sense that love—and a little bravery—can carry you through the wildest days.