Friends Who Stayed

A contemporary middle-grade series that begins with Book 1, following tweens and teens as they navigate friendship, trust, and finding their people.Sixth grade was supposed to be a fresh start - new lockers, new classes, and new chances.For Lena, Kayla, Theo, Malik, and Cam, it started out that way. But when rumors spread and a new "friend" nearly tears their group apart, everything changes.Inside jokes stop being funny.The group chat goes quiet.And each of them begins to wonder if their friendship is over for good.Sometimes, falling apart is the only way to see what really matters.How It All Fell Together is a realistic middle-grade novel about the messy side of friendship - the awkward silences, the sting of being left out, and the courage it takes to rebuild when everything feels broken. Perfect for readers ages 9–13 who love relatable school stories, friendship drama, and heartfelt second chances, this book is a reminder that friendship isn't always easy - but when you find your people, you hold on.