<b >In this “artfully crafted” (<i >Publishers Weekly</i>) companion to the bestselling <i >The Misfits</i> and <i >Totally Joe</i>, Addie Carle confronts labels, loss, and what it means to grow up.</b><P>The Gang of Five is back in this third story from Paintbrush Falls. Addie Carle, the only girl in the group of friends is outspoken, opinionated, and sometimes…just a bit obnoxious. <P>But as seventh grade progresses, Addie’s not so sure anymore about who she is. It seems her tough exterior is just a little too tough and that doesn’t help her deal with the turmoil she feels on the inside as she faces the pains of growing up. <P>Told in elegant, accessible verse, ADDIE ON THE INSIDE gives readers a look at a strong, smart, and sensitive girl struggling with the box society wants to put her in. Addie confronts experiences many readers will relate to: the loss of a beloved pet, first heartbreak, teasing…but also, friendship, love, and a growing confidence in one’s self. <P><I>You Are Who They Say You Are <P></I>They say in the seventh grade <P>you are who they say you are, <P>but how can that be true? <P>How can I be a /Godzilla-girl /lezzie loser /know-it-all/ <P>big-mouth /beanpole /string bean/ freaky tall/ <P>fall-down /spaz attack /brainiac /maniac/ <P>hopeless nerd /*bad word*/brown-nosing /teacher’s pet/ <P>showing off /just to get <P>attention – <P>oh, <P>and did I mention: <P>flat-chested… <P>How can I be all that? <P>It’s too many things to be. <P>How can I be all that and <P>still be true to the real me <P>while everyone is saying: <P>This <P>is <P>who <P>you <P>are.