{"product_id":"something-to-be-proud-of","title":"Something To Be Proud Of","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“A sparkling debut about friendship, solidarity and the joy and heartache of queer teenhood, from Anna Zoe Quirke, a witty, fresh new voice in YA.”\u003c\/strong\u003e Lex Croucher, author of \u003cem\u003eGwen and Art are Not in Love\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eImogen Quinn is a chaotic bisexual with dreams of becoming a stand-up comedian, crushing stereotypes about autistic people. When she decides to put on a pride festival that’s accessible for everyone, she enlists the help of the openly gay captain of the football team, Ollie Armstrong.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDealing with the fallout from his parents’ divorce, Ollie is initially hesitant. But it doesn’t take long for him to be swept up by Imogen’s passion, and he’s not the only one. Joined by the (infuriatingly perfect) head girl, musicians, an artist and a star baker – a dream team soon assembles to help plan pride and tackle injustices in their school and beyond. You’d better listen out – they’re getting ready to make some noise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked full of fun, forever friendships and fighting back, this YA debut is perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eI Kissed Shara Wheeler\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eGwen and Art are Not in Love\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFeel Good\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHeartstopper\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eNot My Problem\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Furiously joyful and brimming with hope. \u003cem\u003eSomething to be Proud Of\u003c\/em\u003e kicks open doors, demanding more for inclusivity. Brilliant magical stuff!” \u003c\/strong\u003eLizzie Huxley-Jones, author of \u003cem\u003eHits Different\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“A study in the strength, determination, and love that young people can bring to the world, \u003cem\u003eSomething to be Proud Of\u003c\/em\u003e is both powerful and hilarious at once.” \u003c\/strong\u003eAnika Hussain, author of \u003cem\u003eThis is How You Fall in Love\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“This hilarious comedy will make anyone who is queer and neurodiverse feel seen, uplifted and treasured.” \u003c\/strong\u003eLauren James, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Quiet at the End of the World\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“A funny, inspiring story about the importance of friendship and fighting for a more inclusive world” \u003c\/strong\u003eSophie Cameron, author of \u003cem\u003eAway with Words\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“\u003cem\u003eSomething To Be Proud Of\u003c\/em\u003e is a book full of passion and drama, with moments to make you laugh, gasp and even punch the air with satisfaction! It’s a story about the power of friendship and the importance of standing up for each other, making mistakes and doing your best, and learning that we are always stronger together. It’s a message we all need right now.” \u003c\/strong\u003eSarah Hagger-Holt, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Fights That Make Us\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Inspiring, uplifting, and completely fabulous!” \u003c\/strong\u003eSinéad O’Hart, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Time Tider\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Pride, passion, friendship and fighting back — this YA debut radiates the power of coming together to bring about positive change in funny, inspiring style.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e LoveReading4Kids\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A debut novel with an autistic bi lead, \u003cem\u003eSomething to be Proud Of\u003c\/em\u003e, features a diverse cast who are instantly relatable.\" \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Bookseller\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Adroitly balanced between dry humour and campaigning zeal, this witty, passionate YA debut will appeal to Ciara Smyth fans.”\u003c\/strong\u003e Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Written from multiple perspectives, Quirke makes a lot of room for laughter in this warm, funny, and fast-moving story.”\u003c\/strong\u003e Children''s Books Ireland\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57195463934334,"sku":"NW9781788956901","price":8.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9781788956901.jpg?v=1778543655","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/products\/something-to-be-proud-of","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}