Smiley

Meet Smiley, a young Pit bull with the world's most infectious smile, in this companion novel to M. C. Ross's beloved Nugly!

If there's one thing Smiley, a young Pit bull, knows how to do, it's, well ... smile! She's had her infectious smile since she can remember, and it brings everyone around her -- including herself! -- joy.

So when she's adopted by a lovely family in Boston, Smiley doesn't expect anyone to dislike her. But she quickly learns that, sadly, Pit bulls have a reputation for being mean, and even Smiley's characteristic smile won't be enough to make everyone love her, and her smile begins to fade ...

As Smiley learns to navigate a world where she's judged by her appearance, she'll find a way to change the hearts and minds of those around her. And maybe --just maybe -- she'll find a reason to smile once more.

Author: M. C. Ross
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Published: 08/05/2025
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 7.51h x 5.35w x 0.72d
ISBN: 9781546141716
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.1
Point Value: 8
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 556007 / Smiley


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2025

About the Author
M. C. Ross is an author and playwright living in New York City.