Claudia and the New Girl

Claudia Kishi faces a major dilemma when an artistic new student named Ashley Wyeth arrives at school. Ashley encourages Claudia to drop out of the Baby-Sitters Club to focus entirely on her art. As Claudia spends more time with Ashley, her club members begin to feel neglected and accuse her of being a traitor. Claudia must ultimately decide whether to remain loyal to her friends in the club or pursue her friendship with Ashley.

by Ann M. Martin

Scholastic Paperbacks · First published 1988 · 150 pages