A new battle of wills heats up another summer at Camp Average in the second book in this hit summer reading series for children ages 8 to 12. This three-book series is great for sports fans and reluctant readers, with Camp Average shortlisted for provincial children’s choice awards in Manitoba, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.

Its a new summer at Camp Avalonwhich Mack and his friends still affectionately call Camp Average. After last seasons big baseball victory, camp director Winston wants to continue the winning streak. So hes launched a competitive program for elite athletesincluding a new group of girl campers.

When Winston enters his charges in a high-stakes basketball tournament, Mack opts out in favor of other, less competitive activities. But Mack starts to suspect hes being played, as one by one, his favorite camp activities all get closed for repairs.

Meanwhile, Winston pits boys against girls in a twisted attempt to win. To undermine Winstons hypercompetitive scheme once again, Mack creates a plan of his ownbut it means he needs to secretly sabotage both the boys and girls teams. Will Mack match wits with Winston and save the camp from the diabolical directors clutches once and for all? Or will Macks own mischief be exposedand lose him his summer and his friends? The second Camp Average book is a fast-paced and funny addition to this critically acclaimed, all-star series.

CRAIG BATTLE has worked as a journalist, coach, and camp counselor. He is the former editor of OWL magazine, the former owner of a pretty solid jump shot, and the author of six books for middle-grade readers. Now an editor of stories big and small at Sportsnet.ca, Craig lives in Toronto with his wife and son.

Author: Craig Battle (Local Torontonian!)Series:Camp AverageFormat:PaperbackProduct dimensions:272 pages, 8 X 5.5 X 0.7 inPublished:April 15, 2021Publisher:Owlkids BooksRecommended for ages 8-12.