Maci is an odd little goth girl living in the quaint town of Whimsyville, where every building is pastel-colored and every person is overly cheerful. Her best friend is Roland, an oversized, grumpy dog who loves nothing more than good food and sleeping.

After a few failed attempts to adopt the sunny disposition of those around her and fit in, Maci finds herself at the town’s square where the event of the year is announced: Hero of Whimsyville. A brilliant idea pops into her mind that she believes is the key to being finally accepted. What if Roland joins the contest and wins?

What follows is an adventure—and a bit of fun misadventure—that will bring Maci so much more than what she initially hoped.

JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories

JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Adolescence & Coming of Age

JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Chapter Books

Children's Chapter Book, goth girl, girl and her dog, learning to love yourself, acceptance, school life, self-esteem, Girl book, young reader

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Lexile® Measure: 790L

Appeals to 4th Grade and above Ages 9 and up

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"Florez warmly captures the struggle many face when trying to belong—”

"humorous"

"—story that’s easy to relate to."

M.L. Florez’s THE HEROIC MISADVENTURES OF MACI AND ROLAND is a familiar but enlightening story about finding a way to fit in.

~Gabriella Harrison for IndieReader

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I love this book! Yes it gives you some great ideas for hobbies but more than that it also can help you find purpose if you feel like you are drifting and a little lost. This book provides a wide variety of suggestions that cover everything from outdoor to indoor, physical to cerebral, and solo to group.

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M. Ashton

With 50 very much in the rearview mirror, I found this book a comprehensive digest of activities and ideas for 'seniors', some of which I have tackled, some I wished I had tackled in my thirties, but some that I think I'll have a crack at - astronomy, genealogy, plus a few bucket list adventures for starters. This book is ... (See review source)

Robert Bentley

★★★★★

More that just hobbies ...

★★★★★

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Meet M. L. Florez, the creative mind behind the delightful children's book, The Heroic Misadventures of Maci and Roland. With a passion for storytelling, Florez crafts enchanting tales that whisk young readers away into realms filled with laughter, adventure, and heartwarming connections. Currently pursuing her English degree, Florez's love for literature and attention to detail breathe life into every story. Her unique perspective as a devoted partner and nurturing mother adds a sprinkle of magic, allowing her characters to leap off the page with relatable charm and delightful quirks. When she isn't penning her next adventure, you can find Florez tending to her garden of ideas, reading or spending time with her family. Join her on this enchanting journey, where stories come alive, and every page invites readers to explore the wonders of friendship, bravery, and imagination!