you know the book is good if the author beat you in a costume contest and you’re still recommending it. creepy, unsettling, and empowering, kemper has written a book for the next generation of kids that refuse to conform for conformity sake. the ginghams perfectly captures the unique horror of watching your friends and loved ones turn into people you no longer recognize and feeling powerless to get the people you once loved back. it’s face paced and engaging; you can’t help but watch in horror as the town of olive springs falls victim to the ginghams outdated ways. middle grade books don’t get enough love, so if you know a weird (affectionate) punk rock, middle schooler, i absolutely recommend you pick this one up for them. and grab an extra copy for yourself, it’s so damn fun. it hits shelves TOMORROW, july 28th. 🏷️ #tckemper #theginghams #middlegradebooks #bookreview #bookblog you know the book is good if the author beat you in a costume contest and you’re still recommending...