What I Like About Me

By Jenna Guillaume

A teen enters a beauty pageant to reclaim her confidence and find her place in the spotlight.

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304 pages· 52,387 words· Est. 5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Sixteen-year-old Maisie Martin has always felt overshadowed by her glamorous sister and best friend. But when her crush is stolen and she's pushed aside, Maisie decides it's time for a change. Entering the local Miss Teen Queen pageant, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Can Maisie defy expectations and shine in the spotlight she never thought she deserved? Join her as she navigates friendship, rivalry, and the quest for self-love in this heartwarming tale of transformation.

From the publisher

Plus-sized sixteen-year-old Maisie Martin never thought she had the figure to compete in a beauty pageant, but this vacation is about to change everything. Maisie has spent most of her life hiding her body from everyone: her gorgeous best friend, her pageant-winning sister, and definitely her longtime crush. Never one to jump in the water, Maisie is planning on taking it easy while her friends chill at the beach. But then her BFF starts flirting with the boy she’s always loved, her older sister comes home and steals the spotlight, and Maisie has found herself pushed aside like usual. Except now, she’s had enough. After forging new friendships, Maisie takes the deep dive and enters the local Miss Teen Queen. Now, with all eyes on her, can Maisie prove she has a place in the spotlight? This contemporary young adult novel is as relatable as it is charming and Maisie’s realistic journey towards confidence and self-love will draw readers in as she learns how to celebrate all of herself.

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