Surprise! and other stories

A book of fantastic short stories for teens

Temima was fun, popular, and smart. When did she become the class nothing, the laughingstock? She shuts down and dreams her life away—until a sudden close call changes everything.

Mazel tov! Yoel Kutner won a million-dollar sweepstakes, and he’s eager to share his newfound wealth—in the most unlikely ways. Will his fantasies of owning a personal yacht, Lego Lair, and helipad really come true?

Rachel stands out in the lunchroom with her homemade soup and crustless sandwiches. When her algebra mark reaches an all-time low, can she gather the courage to set things straight?

In this dazzling collection by popular Ami writer Dina Neuman, teens deal with pesky siblings and well-meaning parents, annoying group projects and fickle friends. These powerful stories will leave you totally inspired and entertained. Surprised?