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Elusive Common Sense by Betts Arney

Dive into the world of Alex Kelley, age eleven (soon to be twelve!) as she navigates friends, family, caring for her pet kitty, and growing up in the 1960s!

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From The Midwest Book Review

“...unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, middle school, and community library Social Issues themed fiction collections...” 


“Betts Arney brings real-life experiences to her work. Her middle-grade series, 'Growing Up Alex', debuts with "Elusive Common Sense", and introduces readers to a determined young protagonist tackling pre-adolescent challenges. Praised for humor and relatable themes like family, friendship, self-discovery, and resilience, the series is perfect for classroom and community libraries, readers' groups, and book clubs. Her website (www.bettsarney.com) offers educational resources to deepen students' engagement with skills in plot, theme, literary devices, and spelling.”


- James A. Cox, Editor in Chief 

What Readers Are Saying

"Alex doesn’t sit around feeling sorry for herself–which I really appreciate in a protagonist. She takes on problems head-on, thinking them through and learning as she goes. You really get to see her grow, and it’s so easy to root for her every step of the way."


-  Katie Leigh



"The book will appeal to upper elementary and middle school students. The writing is funny, highly entertaining, and a real page-turner."


- AnneMarie Gouveia

Heartfelt stories that blend humor, resilience, and the beauty of real life.

Adolescent Fiction | Contemporary Women's Fiction | Plays

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