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New York Times Bestseller
A breakout teen author explores the true meaning of popularity and how to survive middle school in this hysterically funny, touchingly honest contemporary memoir.
“I was inspired by [Maya’s] journey and made a point of saving a copy of ‘Popular’ for my sister, who starts middle school this fall. Maybe if I had read it when I was her age, it could have saved me from a world of hurt, or at least put that world in perspective.” —Maude Apatow, New York Times Book Review
Can curlers, girdles, Vaseline, and a strand of pearls help a shy girl become popular?
Maya Van Wagenen is about to find out.
Stuck near the bottom of the social ladder at “pretty much the lowest level of people at school who aren’t paid to be here,” Maya has never been popular. But before starting eighth grade, she decides to begin a unique social experiment: spend the school year following a 1950s popularity guide, written by former teen model Betty Cornell.
The real-life results are hilarious, painful, and filled with unexpected surprises. Told with humor and grace, Maya’s journey offers readers of all ages a thoroughly contemporary example of kindness and self-confidence, along with a better understanding of what it means to be popular.
Publisher : Speak (April 21, 2015)
Language : English
Paperback : 272 pages
ISBN-10 : 0147512549
ISBN-13 : 978-0147512543
Reading age : 11 – 13 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 730L
Grade level : 7 – 6
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.78 x 8.25 inches
Customers say
Customers find the story heartwarming and inspiring. They find the book easy to read and enjoyable. The humor is appreciated, with the author’s quirky sense of wit. Readers praise the writing style as well-written and easy to understand. Many appreciate the author’s bravery and perseverance in writing for this generation. The message of kindness and inclusion resonates with customers, making them feel emotional at times.
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