Boy vs Reality *Pre-order
Boy vs Reality *Pre-order
- This title is publishing on 12th February 2026
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A funny, relatable, moving story about online fame vs reality.
“Funny, heartfelt and utterly relatable, Boy vs Reality by James Fox explores the highs and lows of online fame through the eyes of Ethan Lacey, a vlogging sensation struggling to balance family, friends, and real life. Packed with humour, warmth, and smart observations about social media, it’s a must-read for kids navigating the world both on- and offline.”
~Emily
Meet Ethan Lacey, online vlogging sensation alongside his mum, dad and big brother Mason.
The film and upload everyday life for their million subscribers to enjoy - the pranks, the cosy family time, the perks like going to the opening of an epic new theme park. They are the perfect family... aren't they?
But reality is not all fun and freebies. Mum and Dad have been arguing a lot recently and Mason has been picking on Ethan. When the cracks start to show, can Ethan persuade his family to fix the real world, not fixate on the online one?
James Fox works in children's publishing in London. He has previously written poetry and short fiction for online and print journals. His passion is writing heartfelt, empathetic, and hopefully humorous stories for children.
Number of pages: 384
Reading age guide: 8 to 12 years
Publication date: 12th February 2026
Publisher: Scholastic
ISBN: 9780702333118
Format: Paperback
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