Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keep It Together, Keiko Carter | 2020 | Debbi Michiko Florence | Buy |
| 2 | Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai | 2021 | Debbi Michiko Florence | Buy |
| 3 | Sweet and Sour | 2022 | Debbi Michiko Florence | Buy |
| 4 | This Is How I Roll | 2023 | Debbi Michiko Florence | Buy |
Debbi Michiko Florence’s standalone novels are written for middle grade readers dealing with the messy realities of growing up. Keep It Together, Keiko Carter follows a girl whose friend group is falling apart, while Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai tackles social pressure and staying true to yourself. Sweet and Sour and This Is How I Roll continue in a similar vein, each with a different protagonist facing her own challenges.
These books are separate from Florence’s series work but share the same warmth and cultural specificity. Her Japanese American characters navigate friendship, family expectations, and self-discovery in ways that feel grounded and real.