Eleanor Amplified and the Trouble with Mind Control

Description

Something is going on at Brighton Middle School and it's up to Union City's #1 investigative reporter to get the scoop and save the day! World-renowned investigative reporter Eleanor Amplified goes undercover to help a student reporter and fan, Miku Tangeroa, expose the corruption at her middle school. Together they discover that the new organic lunch program and tech-based learning systems are doing more harm than good and are actually part of an evil plot that might put all of Union City in danger. Can Eleanor and Miku get to the bottom of these suspicious events in time? Just who is behind NatureSchmature and the Mesmerosin Extractor? Will Eleanor survive the hallways-and students-of Brighton Middle School? Find out in the latest adventure of Eleanor Amplified! With radio-drama like action, outrageous villains, and a tough, intelligent female protagonist to boot, Eleanor Amplified captures the voice and playfulness of the podcast as readers follow Eleanor and Miku as they foil devious plots and outwit crafty villains, all in pursuit of the big story. Entertaining and informative, the book, like the podcast, sparks laughter and conversation, while preparing kids to appreciate journalism and make smart media choices in the future. Along with an upbeat story, there are black-and-white half page and spot illustrations throughout, which is another element that captures the playfulness of the podcast and makes this book perfect for graphic novel fans and reluctant readers.

John Sheehan is (mostly) from Rochester, NY. He came to Philadelphia to attend Temple University, loved the city and never left. After college, playing in rock bands wasn't paying his rent so he began working odd jobs at Philadelphia's public radio station, WHYY. In 2008, he was hired to work on Fresh Air with Terry Gross and it changed his life. While working on the show, he became a husband and then a father. Shortly after his first daughter was born, he had the idea to start a kids' podcast, Eleanor Amplified. WHYY is the leading public media organization in the Philadelphia Region, including Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and beyond. They produce more than a dozen local programs, such as Fresh Air with Terry Gross, Friday Arts, and Radio Times. They are also the local PBS and NPR member station, bringing you long-time favorite programs, such as Antiques Roadshow, Morning Edition, and more.

"The ending leaves space for the launch of a new series that fans of middle grade mystery and of the eponymous podcast where Eleanor Amplified originated will enjoy." --SLJ "This is an energetic novel with plenty of valuable commentary about the dangers of data mining and excessive technology use wrapped in an entertaining mystery.... A solid story with an important message."--Kirkus Reviews "Eleanor is the perfect hero for our time. She's fought a nefarious internet mega-company on its way to taking over the earth and beyond, and now she's helping her 7th grade protege stand up to cliques and uncover a middle school mystery. Eleanor is a fearless investigative radio reporter who solves mysteries, unmasks villains, and foils their schemes. Make sure to check out the Eleanor Amplified podcast, if you haven't already. Tune in for the adventure and the fantastic cast and sound design. Stay to hear the Fresh Air team voicing the crowd scenes."--Terry Gross, Fresh Air with Terry Gross