Book 1

Revisits the sometimes challenging relationship between a six-year-old (The Pain) and his eight-year-old sister (The Great One).

Book 3

The Pain and the Great One are going places! In these new stories the kids are on the go—the Pain needs a trip to the emergency room; the family goes to the mall and not everyone stays together; the kids visit a county fair and want to ride the Super Slide; and a beach outing includes a boogie board. Lots more action and adventure for the dynamic duo who never stay still.

Book 4

What’s the difference between a friend and a fiend?

Jake is so embarrassed by a reading circle blunder, he vows never to speak in class again. Abigail believes she can no longer trust one of her best friends. Their teenage cousins have turned into fiends. And on the perfect snow day, who jumps on Jake and washes his face in snow? And who rescues him?

Going, Going, Gone!

by Judy Blume

Published 6 March 2009
The Pain (aka Jake Porter) is six years old. His sister, The Great One (aka Abigail Porter), is eight. Like any siblings, they drive each other crazy. Whether they are splashing around at the beach, whizzing down a super-slide or coming face-to-face with alligators, life is always an adventure for Jake and Abigail!

In funny, warm and characterful episodes, the Porter family comes to life as The Pain and The Great One battle it out in the small dramas of everyday life.

Going, Going, Gone! is the third book in Judy Blume's hilarious The Pain and the Great One series.

Soupy Saturdays

by Judy Blume

Published 1 February 2008
The Pain (aka Jake Porter) is six years old. His sister, The Great One (aka Abigail Porter), is eight. Like any siblings they drive each other crazy. The Pain is sure his parents love The Great One much more than him. The Great One is sure The Pain is loved way more than her. In funny, characterful episodes, the Porter family comes to life as The Pain and The Great One battle it out in the small dramas of everyday life: In SOUPY SATURDAYS they experience the difficulties of bike-riding; dramas on the soccer pitch; a sleepover disaster -- and 'babysit' a funny old dog who comes to stay.

Cool Zone

by Judy Blume

Published 1 January 2008
The Pain (aka Jake Porter) is six years old. His sister, The Great One (aka Abigail Porter), is eight. The Pain is sure his parents love The Great One much more than him. The Great One is sure The Pain is loved way more than her. In funny, characterful episodes, the Porter family comes to life as The Pain and The Great One battle it out in the small dramas of everyday life. In "Cool Zone" they stand up to mean bully, Roger Culley; rescue Bruno the stuffed elephant form the jaws of death and Jake becomes a top waiter.

From the one and only Judy Blume! — four fun-filled stories for kids who can already read, like the Great One, or for kids who are learning to read, like the Pain. These warm-hearted stories showcase the joys, the fun, and the frustrations of sibling rivalry and devotion as seen through the eyes of those sassy siblings, the Pain and the Great One and the friends and family they love—including their cat, Fluzzy.


 Soupy Saturdays
On Saturdays there's always plenty to do! Tag along with the Pain and the Great One! Whether it's getting a haircut, learning to ride a bike, having a birthday party, or dog sitting, these sassy siblings share fun and excitement.
 
Cool Zone
It's back to school for the Pain and the Great One. The kids hardly agree on anything, but at school they can count on each other and know they don't have to go it alone. And although Fluzzy can't go to school, this smart cat knows a thing or two himself.

Going, Going, Gone!
The Pain and the Great One are going places! A day at the beach, a trip to the mall, a visit to a county fair, a stay at Grandpa's, and an unexpected trip to the emergency room. Comical adventures for this sibling duo.
 
Friend or Fiend?
What's the difference between a friend and a fiend? The Pain and the Great One find out as they deal with reading circle blunders, friends who are less than friendly, mishaps in the snow, and learning more about Fluzzy the cat.