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When Jessica enters a new, alternative high school, she faces the challenges of teenage life while battling social anxiety disorder. With the help of a therapist, a romantic interest, and a manga club, she learns to navigate relationships and build confidence. The story centers on her experiences in a diverse, racially mixed school setting and the support she finds within family and community.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Patrick Jones
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