Books By Ofer Aronskind

If you are looking for an Author that offers coming of age stories such as social awareness and awkwardness, self discovery and ways to build condifence, Ofer

Aronskind is the young adult author youve been looking for. Ofer Aronskind has written a number of books for young adults and has worked hard to depict the young adult experience in the 21st centure. Out of all the people that could be writing these types of books, Ofer has actually lived it and really knows what its like to be a true outsider considering he came to the US at the age of six and had to deal with all sorts of issues such as making new friends, going to summer camp for the very first time and of course havung his first crush. Not only does Ofer draw

experience from life events when he was a younger child, but he also has three teenage sons, which definitely helps when creating young adult books. Here are a few books that Mr. Aronskind has to offer.

This Side of the Street:

"Sam Toplin is a quiet loaner whose mother has moved him into a new town one too many times. Eddie Drucker, Sam's new downstairs neighbor is the undisputed neighborhood leader with the charismatic personality and criminal mind. The two boys could not be more different but as they come-of-age on the tough streets of their Queens neighborhood, their differences pale against the close friendship they have forged. As the two friends navigate the obstacle-filled path from childhood to young adult, the bonds of their brotherhood will be tested time and again. "This Side of the Street" is a universal coming-of-age tale that will engage the imagination of any reader that once was a kid and capture the heart of anyone that ever grew up with a best friend." This book is available as both an ebook and a paperback.

Escape from Sunday School:

When Mattie Kleinfeld tells his friends that his summer camp girlfriend, Nicole, is in New York City for the weekend, they dare him to ditch school, hop a train and go into the big city to find her. Unable to say no to a dare, Mattie takes up the challenge and soon the four of them find themselves in the heart of Manhattan and in a whole lot of trouble. With money in short supply, they scan their way from the depths of the subways to the top of the Empire State Building and every tourist shop in between. the action never stops as the four friends fight off would-be muggers, escape museum guards and outwit a deranged cabdriver. With each crazy exploit, the reader rides a roller coaster of adventure from one end of the city to the other. "Escape From Sunday School" is a must read for any kid who has ever sat in

class daydreaming of cutting school and playing hooky.

The Celebrities of Summer School:

Having just finished middle school, Will Ryerson has come to terms with the fact that he's not much of an athlete, will never be part of the "cool" crowd and is an average student at best. but when Will find out that he's failed eighth grade science and has to attend summer school to repeat the course he is devastated. He sits in the back of the class and keeps to himself. But when his beloved dog (and best friend) Riley goes missing, Will is surprised to find that a few of his new classmates come to his aid. Equipped with movie cameras, cell phones, and the latest gadgets, his new buddies open a whole new world for Will. Using YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and all the internet has to offer, the four friends soon find themselves as the center of attention as they embark on an adventure that will propel them way beyond the "cool" kids and into the ranks of celebrity status.

Summer Sleep Away:

Summer Sleep-Away is the tale of a young boy's first summer at sleep-away camp. Far from home, separated from his family and not knowing a soul, Mattie Kleinfeld is scared, homesick and cries himself to sleep. But soon the tears give way to new friends and fantastic adventures, as the book takes you along with Mattie, a

fish-out-of water, that kids and grown ups alike can relate to. Available in both ebook edition and paperback, this is a one of a kind book seen through the eyes of any young boy who is spending his first time at summer camp.

If you are a parent and want to help ease your chldren into adolescence to let them know that they arent alone, or you just happened to be a young boy reading this, consider taking a look at a few of the books that Ofer writes.