Jacob Wonderbar for President of the Universe

Seventh grader, Jacob Wonderbar, has been nominated as President of the Universe by the     king of the planet Astral.  With the help of Sarah-Daisy and Dexter, the three friends set off for the planet Astral to begin an adventurous interplanetary campaign.  Jacob’s opponent is none other than the King’s own son, Mick Cracken.  Mick plays dirty and may be hard to beat, but Jacob is known for his notorious pranks and may be a worthy opponent as well.  But Jacob has to win.  He must win.  The very fate of the Earth itself is in jeopardy if he loses!

Second book in a trilogy, this is a fast paced, laugh-out -loud, fun read.  Filled with memorable characters like space monkeys who are misunderstood to Valkrian tough guys who love to blow things up, it becomes easy for readers to get hooked on this series.

Bransford is able to subtly inform the reader about the behind the scenes workings of what it takes to run a political campaign and deftly weaves in  lessons about integrity, honesty and friendship, all in a highly entertaining way.

Both boys and girls will find something to draw them into the story and the pace and excitement will keep them reading.  The amusing storyline and the unresolved ending will make readers clamor for the next book.

Bransford also includes his website address,on which readers will find some good information about writing and publishing.