Books like Skinny by Donna D. Cooner
In the wake of a life‑changing gastric‑bypass operation, a previously self‑deprecating, overweight high school girl confronts her insecurities and commits to a new path. She opens herself to school activities, follows her passion for singing, and navigates the complexities of teenage romance while learning to value herself.
The story charts her physical transformation and internal growth, showing how health changes can inspire a broader re‑engagement with life, friends, and future aspirations.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Donna D. Cooner
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