Author Profile
Veera Hiranandani
4 Books
Veera Hiranandani is a respected author of fiction for children and middle-grade readers, often exploring themes of identity, history, and family. She is best known for her Newbery Honor-winning novel The Night Diary and its companion Amil and the After, as well as the Phoebe G. Green chapter book series. Hiranandani's engaging narratives frequently draw upon her own dual-heritage background to craft resonant, culturally rich stories.
Books in "Phoebe G. Green"
Phoebe G. Green is headed to Paris, and her mind is already full of flaky pastries, famous sights, and real French food. Traveling with her friend Camille’s family sounds like the perfect adventure, especially for a kid who loves discovering new things to eat.
But Paris does not feel quite the way Phoebe expected. Camille seems more at home, the foods are not always easy to try, and even a magical city can feel uncomfortable when your best friend likes things you are not sure you like.
This funny, food-filled chapter book follows Phoebe as she learns that being adventurous does not mean pretending to enjoy everything. With friendship, family travel, and plenty of Paris flavor, it is a warm choice for readers who enjoy lively school-age stories with a curious, lovable main character.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
130 Pages
Phoebe G. Green has a fish named Betty 2, a best friend named Sage, and a very strong opinion about almost everything. Then Camille, a new girl from France, opens her lunchbox in the cafeteria, and Phoebe’s whole world suddenly smells more interesting.
Goat cheese, butter lettuce, cilantro: Phoebe is fascinated by Camille’s food and even more fascinated by the idea of getting invited to her house for dinner. But while Phoebe is busy chasing a delicious new friendship, Sage starts to feel left behind.
This funny early chapter book is perfect for readers who enjoy school stories with lively characters, friendship problems, and just enough food curiosity to make lunchtime feel like an adventure.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
130 Pages
Phoebe’s class field trip sounds almost perfect: chickens, goats, apple picking, and a farm-fresh lunch. Phoebe is ready to learn where food comes from, especially if it involves tasting something good.
But farm animals do not always follow a plan. When Phoebe and Sage try to help some goats by opening their gate, the peaceful trip quickly turns loud, messy, and a lot more exciting than anyone expected. Now Phoebe has to figure out what to do when a small choice becomes a big problem.
Farm Fresh Fun is a cheerful early chapter book with school-trip energy, gentle humor, and plenty of food and farm details. It is a good pick for young readers who enjoy funny friendship stories with lively illustrations and a lesson about honesty.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
114 Pages
Phoebe loves discovering new foods, so she cannot understand why her best friend Sage wants the same lunch every single day. Turkey sandwich. Cheese stick. Popcorn. Again and again and again.
To Phoebe, the answer is obvious: start a cooking club with Camille and prove to Sage that trying new things can be fun. But friendship is not as simple as a recipe. The more Phoebe pushes, the more she has to wonder whether helping a friend means changing him or listening to him.
Cooking Club Chaos! is a playful early chapter book filled with school humor, food adventures, and a relatable friendship problem. Young readers who like confident narrators, funny misunderstandings, and illustrated chapter books will find plenty to enjoy in Phoebe’s kitchen experiments.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
130 Pages
