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In "Keepin' It Real! (Unfabulous #1)", seventh‑grade newcomer Addie throws a party to boost her popularity. When the event doesn’t unfold as she envisioned, she learns that honesty and genuine connections matter more than a staged crowd. The story follows her humorous and relatable journey through middle‑school life, friendships, and the pitfalls of trying too hard to be popular.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Robin Wasserman
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