So okay, im a monster. But look what I have to deal with--my brother is a frightened little freak, my father is selfish and ill-tempered, my mother is an ignorant doormat and my friends are just plain irritating. And Im in a prison surrounded by them all, with nowhere to escape. People insist on seeing the worst in me. So, I show them the worst. But one day, something happens . . And suddenly I see what these relationships and people (however annoying), mean to me. Ive been a monster for such a long time now, Ive almost forgotten what its like to be human. What if its too late A childrens bookshelf selection each month our editors pick the best books for children and young adults by age to be a part of the childrens bookshelf. These are editorial recommendations made by our team of experts. Our monthly reading list includes a mix of bestsellers and top new releases and evergreen books that will help enhance a childs reading life.