Oh my GOODNESS, this book was so cute and had such a great message. We loved all the fun illustrations too! Absolutely adorable and I will be buying a copy.!

I think I'm going to buy a copy for when I have kids. This is such a cute story, detailing a little vampire child moving to the US, and learning how to adjust to a new life and school.

What I really loved about it was the lessons in empathy for others and the acceptance of yourself. Frankie went out of his way to uplift his new friends (with such bright optimism), and to not give into first impressions of people.

I think this is a really beautiful book that will both teach valuable lessons to kids about interpersonal skills and make them laugh and have fun.

—Thank you so much to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the chance to review an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Frankie is everything to me. I’d protect him with all my heart. He is the sweetest!
Such a fun read, children would love it but also good for adults too.

Thank you to NetGalley for this advanced copy of Frankie D, Vegan Vampire. As a teacher, I’m always on the hunt for books that will not only keep my students attention, but has lessons intertwined that they can relate to. Frankie is a vampire from Transylvania, who doesn’t quite fit into the “typical” mold of a fourth grade boy. This novel tackles topics of feeling different, tolerance, kindness, and self-acceptance to name just a few. I absolutely loved the illustrations, and am looking forward to sharing this novel with my class!

Frankie D, Vegan Vampire
by S. B. Dutra
Frankie D, not only looks at differences in perception, but also ways that children can see the good in people. The Book is more lighthearted then its subject mater. With many comical and interesting descriptions that will help children connect to the text. The book also shows how to make friends, help friends, and even face bullies.
This is a good resource for school libraries allowing discussions in problem solving, understanding perceptions, and immigration.

A cute story but the concept would read more as a picture book in my library then as the chapter book it is written as. Overall an easy read.

A middle-grade reader that I think any kid convinced their family is "weird" could relate to - especially if they are recent immigrants and/or if the family pursues a non-mainstream diet, such as we see here with this family of vegans from Transylvania.

Such a cute way to bring up the topic of how kids can struggle to fit in. Being the new kid in school is hard! Sometimes even just changing grades in school can be difficult for children who may be different in some way. Frankie and his vampire family move to a new town in order to experience human life. Frankie gets to experience many new things like school, going to the beach, and making friends.
Perfect for the older elementary age child who may struggle with fitting in or who is concerned about moving into middle school
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I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

As a mom and a children's library clerk, I am always on the hunt for new children's books that are fun and engaging for kids. I requested this book on Netgalley because it seemed like a fun story that children will enjoy. Thanks to netgalley and Kids Can Press for the arc of this book in exchange for an honest review!

Being the new kid in school is hard, especially when you're secretly a vampire like Frankie! Frankie and his vampire family move to a new town in order to experience human life. They are able to be out in the sun now because they went vegan and eat healthy. Frankie gets to experience many new things like school, going to the beach, and making friends.

I really enjoyed this book! It had a super cute cast of characters and fun illustrations throughout. This book touches on many relatable topics for kids but in a fun way since Frankie is a vampire. There are many different funny moments throughout since Frankie's family is a little unaware of certain human things. It is a quirky book since the vampires are vegan and trying to fit in. I think a lot of kids will enjoy this fun story!

Frankie and his family have moved to America where the sun shines and he has the opportunity to attend fourth grade with human children. “Frankie D, Vegan Vampire” is all about trying to fit in while staying true to yourself and your values. Sally and Brian Dutra do an excellent job of building Frankie’s awkward, yet sincere personality as he learns to navigate the human world without giving away his true identity.

This story really is a delight. There is, of course, a nemesis (is he a troll or just a truculent human child?). Frankie’s earnestness earns him friends with kids who often see themselves as being on the outside. This story is also about different kinds of families and how kids feel about their families. It can be heavy, but also uplifting.

This book is great for kids who feel different or maybe view their family as eccentric. Even though Frankie is a vampire, there is no vampire type violence or threat of violence (after all, Frankie and his family have given up the traditional vampire diet to eat a vegan diet).

I received an advance review copy from NetGalley and Kids Can Press for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Frankie and his family left their traditional vampire ways and their village behind in Transylvania to pursue new life in America. They do their best to fit in and appear human, and the main ways to achieve that are by adopting a vegan diet and embracing daylight hours. Frankie's twin brothers aren't yet of school age, so this story follows Frankie as he navigates the fourth grade, making friends, and all that comes with adjusting to a new way of life.

While I know that as an adult I am not the intended audience, I really enjoyed reading this book. The humor was well crafted, and the overall cozy feel within the pages was incredibly heartwarming. I loved the characters and the range of personalities, quirks, and backgrounds. It's always nice to see diversity, especially in a children's book. I also really liked the way that the authors tackled bullying. Frankie teaches us to stand up for your friends (and yourself), and that kindness goes a long way. Frankie was such a wonderful character, and I found a lot of joy in his naivete and determination.

My 11-year-old daughter also really loved this book! She devoured it in one sitting, closed the book, and asked when the second one is coming out. We will definitely be buying a copy of Frankie D, Vegan Vampire for our home library when it comes out.

Oh no! I was loving this story so much. Frankie is a vegan vampire who is trying so hard to fit in at his new school, and he has the most charming interactions with his new friends. But the book ends on a cliffhanger! I need the next one!!
Thanks to NetGalley fore letting me read this fantastic story

This book follows Frankie, a vampire that has moved from Transylvania to America. He has to navigate this move as well as hiding the fact that he is a vampire.

I thought the idea here was cute, but I found the writing to be a little chaotic at times. The chapters sometimes seemed to follow the narrative but then sometimes they veered off and I was confused about where/when we were.

An incredibly cute story about a vampire boy trying to fit in to the human world. I got a very cozy feeling from this book, like I was secured under a blanket.