Instafamous

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This funny and fabulous novel about a middle school divas hunt for the spotlight speaks to the importance of friendship and familyeven in the midst of fame.

Lyric Whitney Houston Darby has always wanted to be famous, just like her superstar mom. So when the hottest music-competition TV show announces auditions in town, its her chance to competeand maybe even score a record deal.

There are just a couple of problems: First, the show requires industry experience. This means Lyric has to audition for her schools production of The Wizas if middle school musicals arent totally beneath her. Second, she needs to mega-boost her platform on Instagram. Fast. This show is an influencers-only event!

Luckily she has her besties at her side! Or does she? As Lyric starts to get everything she ever wanted, her BFFs are coping with their own challenges. Will Lyric be there to lift them up, or is she about to learn the real cost of being instafamous?

This bubbly story is as wise as it is witty, reminding readers of the importance of mental health, and that what you want isnt always what you need.

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