Don't Vote for Me - Tapa dura

"A breath of fresh air with a rich moral that can be used to teach children about reaching past stereotypes in today's world." - The Spectrum

"David's clever and witty voice makes his journey, aided by his patient and understanding parents, not only fun to read but also easily relatable. Van Dolzer's play on David and Goliath reminds readers not to judge others too quickly, and that what you see on the outside, doesn't always reflect what's really going on inside." - Deseret News

"Written in first person narrative with lively similes, this is a fast-paced, humorous, and engaging story. Through the use of situational irony and inferences, misconceptions are overturned, leading the characters to learn valuable lessons" - School Library Connection

"A comic romp that's also an enlightening quest for increased awareness and self-understanding." - Kirkus

"Van Dolzer (The Sound of Life and Everything) keeps the tone light between David's wry observations, amusing friends, and the goofy predicaments he falls into." - Publishers Weekly

"Genuinely sweet...readers looking for realistic middle-grade fiction will find David a likable guide in a balanced lesson about ceding the spotlight." - School Library Journal

" A light, fun read." - The Uintah Basin Standard

"As Shepherd Vale Middle School prepares to vote on their next student president, David is frustrated to find that social climber Veronica is the only candidate. Tired of her always winning, he decides to challenge her in a race . Don't Vote for Me offers tweens a look into what it means to partake in healthy competition and understand social stigma. A refreshing look at the importance of challenging one another to do our best no matter the circumstance, this book dares each of us to take risks and make the most of every opportunity, no matter how daunting it may seem. " - Middle Shelf Magazine