The Callback

Bunheads meets The Kicks in this second novel in a middle grade trilogy from New York Times bestselling author, dancer, model, and actress Maddie Ziegler

After a successful first competition, twelve-year-old Harper is eager to keep on making her mark in Dance Starz. But lately, she's having a bit of "dancer's block." In her one-on-one with her teacher, Harper is reminded that dancing isn't just about the spins and leaps; it's about the emotion and passion for dancing, too. And lately, she hasn't felt that Harper has been living up to her usual standards. Vanessa will be choosing the first soloist to compete at the next competition for the team, and suggests to Harper that she find a way to figure out how to get that mojo back.

Thanks to a chance conversation, Harper joins the school musical. Not only is this an opportunity to polish up her stage presence, but as the newbie at school, Harper is excited to make some more friends.

But some of the teammates are not thrilled that Harper is doing something besides the dance team. Plus, their biggest rivals, the Belles, are looking to go toe-to-toe with them in the upcoming competition--and both teams have something to prove. Harper realizes that the musical, dance team, and school might be a little much. Can she figure out how to find her balance--on-stage and off?

Author: Maddie Ziegler
Publisher: Aladdin Paperbacks
Published: 10/29/2019
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 7.60h x 5.10w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9781481486408
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 6
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 500850 / Callback

About the Author
Ziegler, Maddie: - Actor, model, and New York Times bestselling author is best known for her work with Sia including the iconic music video "Chandelier" which has amassed nearly two billion views. Maddie's film credits include The Book of Henry and Leap! and she has also made appearances on television shows such as Pretty Little Liars, Austin & Ally, and as the youngest judge on Fox's So You Think You Can Dance. Maddie recently was cast in Steven Spielberg's West Side Story.