Confessions of an Imaginary Friend

By: Michelle Cuevas

Narrated by: Michael Goldstrom

A TIME magazine Top 10 Children's Book of 2015

The whimsical "autobiography" of an imaginary friend who doesn't know he's imaginary--perfect for fans of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane and Toy Story

Jaques Papier has the sneaking suspicion that everyone except his sister Fleur hates him. Teachers ignore him when his hand is raised in class, he is never chosen for sports teams, and his parents often need to be reminded to set a place for him at the dinner table. But he is shocked when he finally learns the truth: He is Fleur's imaginary friend! When he convinces Fleur to set him free, he begins a surprising and touching, and always funny quest to find himself--to figure out who Jacques Papier truly is, and where he belongs.

Readers will fall in love with Jacque's sweet, quirky voice as he gives them a look at life from an incredible new perspective

Critic reviews

Praise for Confessions of an Imaginary Friend

* “Cuevas’s novel—brimming with metaphors, gorgeous imagery, and beautiful turns of phrase—considers the fate of devoted but invisible companions. Have tissues on hand for the bittersweet ending.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Alternately amusing and philosophical, this quirky read will get kids thinking about love, loss, and life."—Booklist

Best book ever!

Have listened to this twice. It is sheer brilliance for everyone from a 7, 9 & 11 year old to those of us who thought they had have long forgotten the wonders and fears of childhood.

So good I couldn’t just leave an imaginary review.

As an author, it is rare to find a book that so perfectly captures the poetry of life—the ability to laugh, cry, love, and lose. This story explores what it means to grow up and leave a mark, invisible or not. A truly stunning read for any age.