Lenny Kandell, Smart Aleck

by Ellen Conford

Eleven-year-old Lenny wants to become the world's greatest stand-up comic, but with an enemy like Mousie he wonders if he'll have any future at all.

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1983

About the author

Ellen Conford was an author for children and young adults. Among her writings are the Annabel the Actress and Jenny Archer series. Her books have won the Best Book of the Year Citation, Best Book of the International Interest Citation, Best Book of the Year for Children, Parents' Choice Award, and more.

Reviews

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was funny and didn't have much of a plot, but it is kind of relatable. It's about a young boy who wants to be a comedian when he gets older. Because of this, everything to him is a joke. His mother gets upset with him for this, but that doesn't stop him. I would definitely suggest this book to anyone who likes comedies.

[Danielle · Rating 2 out of 5]

It's 1946 and Lenny Kandell dreams of bring a comedian while getting himself into and out of trouble.

48/60 tbr box.