Sadly I'm so torn with this one.
I'm not a massive fan of 'celebrity authors', and the story itself is awkward.
But the message it very much needed.
And I am absolutely in love with the illustrations!!!

Oh wow.
Yeah this one did a number on me.
A truly heartfelt novel in verse about an 11 year old girl trying to understand her first crush.

The whole book is just beautiful, but my favourite thing is just how simple and accessible the poetry is whilst still managing to convey such depth. It's so perfectly child friendly, but carries such important messages.

This little piece or art covers anxiety, self confidence, single parenting, and queerness (in a positive light no less!)

A new one for the all time favourites folder.