The Other Side of Imani

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Front DeskmeetsThat Girl Lay Layin this coming-of-age middle grade story about Imani, a thirteen-year-old aspiring designer who creates a virtual avatar to compete for a spot at a prestigious arts school after she discovers that a viral influencer has stolen her designs.

Ever since she could remember, thirteen-year-old Imani has wanted to be a fashion designer.

But fashion designers are bold, out-there, and in your face. And despite her unique sense of style, Imani has trouble fitting in, let alone standingout. Entering her schools design competition for a scholarship to the nearby arts high school seems like the perfect way to make new friends and get closer to her dream of being a designer.

Then Imanis designs are stolen by one of her classmates, and Imani is forced to enter the competition anonymously, under a virtual persona, Estelle. When Estelle goes viral, Imani must figure out how to be her real self as she makes new friends and finds her voiceall while hoping to win the competition.