Book Cover: A Weekend at Gramps ‘97

Step into summer 1997 with ten-year-old Dave and his brother, Kyle, on a hilarious weekend with their Boston sports-obsessed grandfather, “Gramps.” This nostalgic, episodic journey—perfect for fans of Jeff Kinney—captures the chaotic fun of a 90s childhood. From Cape Cod candy stores to legendary Fenway Park, Dave must navigate his brother’s mischief and Gramps’ playful antics. Featuring original art and real photos, A Weekend at GRAMPS ’97 is a heartfelt time capsule of New England culture. Ideal for readers from middle school through adulthood, this story celebrates the intergenerational bonds that define who we become.

Author Dave Mercado

Dave Mercaldo is an NYC school librarian and educator. A proud MVRHS alumnus (Class of '05) who taught at every school on Martha's Vineyard before moving to New York, Dave has long coached and run summer camps on the Island. His debut novel, A Weekend at GRAMPS ’97, honors his grandfather, a longtime Vineyard resident born on the Fourth of July who cherished the Edgartown parade and fireworks, Jaws filming history, and browsing Edgartown Books.