(3) 1-3 Gym Shorts series. Illustrated by Simon Gane. Henry and Rocky are tennis doubles partners. Trouble is, Henry's a tennis natural while Rocky, though he tries hard and practices a lot, isn't as strong a player. Henry tries for a winning-isn't-everything attitude, but during one match he snaps and hurts Rocky's feelings. Hicks continues to show sensitivity and insight in this sports-themed series for younger readers.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(3) 1-3 Gym Shorts series. Illustrated by Simon Gane. Jazz's father is her biggest fan. But when he gets too invested in her performance on the track team (e.g., contradicting the coach, challenging the ref) Jazz looks for ways to get him to cool his temper. The tale's backstory--widowed African American father must raise his daughter alone--is compelling. Droll black-and-white illustrations support the story.

Reviewer: Nell Beram