Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Mental health and mental wellbeing

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Book SynopsisA Guided Journal for Teens Understanding of Gender#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Maturing and LGBTQ NonfictionWrite down every thought, every feeling, and every doodle that pops into your mind with this high-quality guided journal destined to be your safe space as you navigate your gender journey.A witty introduction to Milo Stewart. The start of this journal gives an up close and personal seat to Milo Stewart’s start as a pansexual teen in the hallways of their middle school in Ankeny, Iowa. It is there, where they discover transgender teens are everywhere, living, breathing, and thriving in mundane and ordinary spaces, and where they come into their nonbinary and trans identitiesQuestions, resources, and prompts to get you thinking. Write down your own experiences with questions and guided journal prompts written to get you to reflect in a safe space. Write about your sexual identity, gender identity, and finally discover yourself. Reflect on who you’ve been and who you want to be, embrace yourself in a whole new way; finding yourself is the goal!Inside, you’ll find: Resources and thought-provoking journal prompts to get you to unleash and discover yourself High-quality blank pages to write down your thoughts, feelings, and stories all throughout the book Milo Stewart’s compelling true-life story and brief inklings on gender expansive identities, transphobia, media representation and transgender liberation If you liked inspiring transgender books for transgender children and teens like Beyond the The ABCs of LGBT+, I Love You Unconditionally, or the Gender Identity Workbook for Teens, you’ll love Trans Futures Now.Table of ContentsIntroductionPart 1: Revolutionizing CommunityPersonal Trans Tipping PointsWho Decides What ‘Trans’ Is?Community Care on Trans Time Part 2: Demanding Our TomorrowAccused of DeceptionThe Police Will Not Free UsMigration to Liberation?Rights for Some (Now All)We Are All We Need Conclusion

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Book SynopsisPowerful mindfulness tools to help you move beyond self-harming thoughts and behaviours, so you can get back to living your life.Being a teen in today's world isn't easy. Maybe you've been bullied. Maybe you feel like your family or friends just don't get you. Or maybe you feel like you don't have control of your life, or you're just tired of trying to be perfect all the time. You aren't alone. Many teens struggle with difficult feelings and thoughts-and sometimes, when these thoughts feel overwhelming, you just want to feel something else. This is where self-harming behaviours, such as cutting, come in. But there are better ways to manage your pain. This book will help guide you.In this workbook, you'll learn about the power of mindfulness, and how it can help you create your own special space for simply being with your thoughts. When you're dealing with difficult emotions, you'll have this safe space to go to again and again-no matter where you are or what you're doing. You'll learn how to be mindful of your senses, techniques for managing difficult feelings before they escalate, and move past self-judgment to embrace self-compassion andself-awareness.Pain is a normal part of life-it's how you react to this pain that really matters. Let this workbook guide you toward better strategies for dealing with stress and emotional pain, so you can be safe, happy, and in control of your life.

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Book SynopsisA powerful and compassionate guide for cultivating self-confidence, independence, and the executive functioning skills you need to live your best life! Being a teen with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) doesn’t stop you from wanting what almost every other teen wants: independence, good grades, and a healthy social life. But ADHD also presents obstacles that can keep you from reaching your goals. At times you may become frustrated, sad, or even angry at your inability to achieve the things you want. This book can help. This unique guide will help you develop the skills you need to strengthen your executive functioning, foster the self-compassion essential to overcoming self-criticism often caused by ADHD, and gain the confidence and resilience necessary to take control of your ADHD—and your life. You’ll also learn how to manage your emotions, focus, practice flexible problem solving, change habits, and improve communication skills. Finally, you’ll learn how these skills can improve your relationships with friends and family, and help you succeed in school—and life! Your ADHD doesn’t have to define you, and it certainly doesn’t have to determine your life. This book will allow you to step off the path of self-criticism, and guide you on the path toward self-compassion, self-confidence, and success.

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Book SynopsisDo you often feel sad, anxious, angry, or upset and don't really know why? Do you no longer enjoy the things you used to enjoy, or feel like the world is a bad place? If you've experienced extreme stress or trauma-such as abuse, neglect, a family member's illness, or living through a natural disaster-you may need help healing and moving forward in your life. It's important to know that you are not alone, and there is nothing to be ashamed of. Most importantly, there are ways to feel better. Written by an expert in teen mental health, this healing workbook offers powerful skills to help you overcome the effects of toxic stress, trauma, and adversity using mindfulness, neuroplasticity, and emotion regulation. You'll learn all about how your mind and body respond to stress, how to identify triggers, and how to ground and calm yourself in the moment when your emotions feel too big to handle. If you're struggling with the effects of stress or trauma, you should know that you can move forward in your life with confidence, self-compassion, and resilience. This workbook will help you, every step of the way.

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Book SynopsisPowerful tools to help you manage the anxiety that makes you angry.Do people tell you that you seem angry? Do you find yourself losing your cool from time to time? From academic stress, worrying about college, and dealing with friend drama—you’ve got a lot on your plate. Is it any wonder, then, that the stress of it all can cause you to snap? If anxiety or stress is causing you to act out in ways that don’t seem like you—this book can help.Using a proven-effective approach rooted in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), When Anxiety Makes You Angry will help you identify the anxiety beneath your anger, accept difficult emotions—rather than fighting or trying to ignore them—and learn healthy coping and self-regulation skills to help you find emotional balance. You’ll also discover how to “train your brain” to stop and think before reacting; and how to choose calm over chaos when faced with the things that trigger your anxiety or anger.The teen years are full of changes, and sometimes it can be hard to deal with all the worry, uncertainty, and setbacks (without getting angry). But with the right tools, you can take control of anxiety and the difficult emotions it causes—and face the challenges ahead with confidence and a clear head. This friendly guide has your back!In these increasingly challenging times, kids and teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

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Book SynopsisThe first book for teens that explains the causes and impact of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). The book is interspersed with accounts and artwork from young people with BDD, along with perspectives of their families. BDD is a debilitating mental health disorder, and this book gives advice on treatment including CBT and medication, and shows where to get help.It increases awareness, provides solidarity for people with BDD, and alerts others to key signs and symptoms so they can prevent further suffering. It also includes a short section for families and professionals on what they can do to help, making this the go-to book for professionals and families to recommend to teens, as well an invaluable resource for young people themselves.Trade ReviewHaving read this book, I feel that it has a lot of potential to be very helpful formany people - including those experiencing BDD, those who know people thatare affected by BDD and even people who currently have no association with thecondition at all.This is because, with the simple layout and the images, the book is a very easyread which gives extensive insight into the disorder. * Kylie Li, Anxious Times *A very informative, well written and easily understandable book about a little known, yet quite common condition. I wish this had been available to me before my daughter went through a long and painful route to being diagnosed and treated. Every doctors' surgery, CAMHS and school should have a copy of this to raise awareness. -- Scarlett Bagwell, mother of a BDD sufferer, BDD Foundation TrusteeHaving suffered from BDD for two years before being treated, I would say that recognising the signs and symptoms of this condition is very important. That's why I wholeheartedly recommend this book - knowing about these problems is key. We need to be more educated about mental health, and I believe this book is one clear step towards that future. -- Elias Marchetti, young person with BDDIt increases awareness, provides solidarity for people with BDD, and alerts others to key signs and symptoms so they can prevent further suffering. It also includes a short section for families and professionals on what they can do to help, making this the go-to book for professionals and families to recommend to teens, as well an invaluable resource for young people themselves. Perceptive, informative and practical, this is a good guide to a serious medical issue, written in a way that will appeal to a wide audience. -- Parents In TouchTable of ContentsPreface; A message from a young person with BDD; 1. What is BDD and do I have it?; 2. Why do people get BDD?; 3. The impact of BDD; 4. Cosmetic treatments; 5. The internet and social media; 6. Treatment for BDD; 7. What can families, friends, and carers do to help?; 8. What can schools and professionals do to help?; Recommended reading, resources and organisations

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Book Synopsis"Let's begin to talk about our mental health and page by page, bit by bit, we will be okay"Drawing on her experience of living with OCD and her journey to recovery, this diary combines Charlotte's personal story with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy self-help activities. The book is packed full of journaling and sketching activities, and Charlotte's own designs and entries will give you a jumping off point to add your own sketches, doodles and photos to help you understand your OCD. It also has daily tasks adapted or expanded from CBT that help manage anxiety, avoidance, obsessions and compulsions. There are completed activities as examples throughout and Charlotte shares her own story of OCD throughout the book, to raise awareness and to remind you that you are not alone. Her relatable OCD struggles and victories will help you tackle OCD.Trade ReviewA wonderful, interactive book that integrates an inspiring personal account of recovery from OCD, key elements of the evidence-based treatment for OCD (i.e. Exposure and Response Prevention), and additional helpful features. Charlotte presents a brave, honest, and motivating guide to recovery. -- Dr Amita Jassi, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Dr Zoe Kindynis, Clinical Psychologist, National & Specialist OCD, BDD and Related Disorders ClinicCharlotte has created an innovative, informative and inspiring diary. It delves into her personal journey of living with and fighting OCD, whilst providing vital self-help exercises which will complement the work that people experience whilst going through one of the gold standard treatments for OCD - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP). We are really excited to see the impact this new supportive guide will have on the lives of those affected by this cruel condition. -- Olivia Bamber, Youth Service and Communications Manager, OCD Action

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Book SynopsisMind Mechanics is a comprehensive resource to support schools in teaching pupils about mental health. Drawing on a wide range of therapeutic interventions, including CBT, Behavioural Activation and Compassion-Focussed Therapy, it provides activities and lesson plans to empower teens with the skills they need to manage their mental health throughout life.The book contains lesson plans, games and activities, assessment tools and information on risk factors and specific issues that might impact teens. It also features photocopiable and downloadable worksheets, making the provision of mental health teaching simple. Mind Mechanics can be used flexibly as a full programme as part of the school's Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship curriculum, as a targeted intervention for a group or individual, or as a resource bank of individual activities to use as and when needed.

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Book SynopsisFear of animals that slither, bite, and sting can get in the way of going places and doing things. Facing Might Fears About Animals teaches children techniques to shrink over-size fears. Fun Facts about bees, dogs, spiders, and snakes engage children, while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals. This book is part of the Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears series, designed to help children ages 6-10 tackle their fears and live happier lives.Trade ReviewDawn Huebner explains worry and fear to children with a tone that is confident, warm and straight-forward. Never condescending, always creative, and packed full of examples and instructions, the Mighty Fears books teach children and caring adults how to move forward with a plan. She knows kids, she knows worry, and she knows what helps. -- Lynn Lyons, psychotherapist, author, speaker and Flusteclux podcast ownerDawn Huebner is my go-to author when helping anxious kids. -- Natasha Daniels, LCSW, creator of atparentingsurivival.comUsing proven CBT Strategies, this new series offers countless ideas for exposure, helping readers feel understood and empowered. -- Bonnie Zucker, PsyD, author of Anxiety-Free KidsNobody writes for anxious children like Dawn Huebner. These books are a must. -- Eli R. Lebowitz, PhD, author of Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCDTable of ContentsFacing Mighty Fears About AnimalsNote for Parents and Caregivers Resources

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Book SynopsisFirst time jitters are normal, but when they turn into tears and outright refusal, the world shrinks in problematic ways. Facing Mighty Fears About Trying New Things teaches children to manage uncertainty about new experiences. Fun Facts engage children while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and a supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals.This book is part of the Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears series, designed to help children ages 6-10 tackle their fears and live happier lives.Trade ReviewDawn Huebner explains worry and fear to children with a tone that is confident, warm and straight-forward. Never condescending, always creative, and packed full of examples and instructions, the Mighty Fears books teach children and caring adults how to move forward with a plan. She knows kids, she knows worry, and she knows what helps. -- Lynn Lyons, psychotherapist, author, speaker and Flusteclux podcast ownerDawn Huebner is my go-to author when helping anxious kids. -- Natasha Daniels, LCSW, creator of atparentingsurivival.comUsing proven CBT Strategies, this new series offers countless ideas for exposure, helping readers feel understood and empowered. -- Bonnie Zucker, PsyD, author of Anxiety-Free KidsNobody writes for anxious children like Dawn Huebner. These books are a must. -- Eli R. Lebowitz, PhD, author of Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCDTable of ContentsFacing Mighty Fears About Trying New ThingsNote for Parents and Caregivers Resources

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Book SynopsisThis accessible guide for 11-15-year-olds will help young people to understand and manage their mental healthDo you ever find it hard to explain what you're thinking and feeling? Have you often pretended to be okay when in reality you're anxious or sad? However you're feeling, you're not alone - because many people find it difficult to talk about their mental health.This book will help you be kind to your mind. Whether you want to understand your thoughts and emotions a little better, or learn some handy tips to help you to de-stress, it's filled with information on how to look after your well-being and stay feeling good.Topics covered include:- An A-Z of mental-health conditions- Neurodiversity in young people- Simple self-care methods- Healthy habits for your mind and body- How to track your thoughts and feelingsIn My Head will help you get to know your own mind, and give you the tools and techniques to make sure you're feeling happy and healthy.

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Book SynopsisAn interactive activity title for 9-12-year-olds on the power of kindness You can choose to make the world a better place. The power is within you! Every one of us experiences the world differently – we have different worries and problems, and we all have unique hopes and dreams – but there’s one thing that can unite us and make the world a better place, and that’s KINDNESS! Kindness is cool! No, really! Kindness can create positive change in all our lives. Whether it’s being a friend to someone who seems lonely, or simply smiling or giving somebody a thumbs up. When we support each other, we can be our best selves. Be the Change: Be Kind is your handbook on how to use your own voice to empower yourself and others to spread kindness. Award-winning children’s author Marcus Sedgwick tells the story of kindness – where it comes from, what it feels like and perhaps most importantly why it matters – and asks YOU what you would do in different everyday scenarios. ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

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Book SynopsisFollowing a traumatic accident, a special friendship helps talented musician Annie heal and rediscover her love of music in this stunning novella from celebrated author Katya Balen. The blackbirds’ song uplifts and restores in this captivating novella from one of the most exciting voices in children’s fiction. After a devastating car crash, Annie is unable to play her flute and retreats from the music she’s always loved. She exists in a world of angry silence – furious with her mum and furious she can’t seem to play her beloved flute any more. Then she meets Noah, who shows her the blackbirds’ nest hidden in the scrubland near their flats. As their friendship grows, the blackbirds’ glorious song reignites Annie’s passion for music. But when tragedy strikes again, will her fragile progress be put at risk?Trade Review"Word perfect. Note perfect" – Phil Earle "Made me cry … Beautiful" – Jackie Morris "In the same way a great piece of music or an especially stirring sequence in film can overwhelm you, Birdsong fills you to the brim and threatens to spill over … Utterly singular and a triumph" – Just Imagine "A perfectly structured novella" – Waterstones "This is a book to dwell in, letting the story wash over you and settle your soul … Katya Balen and Barrington Stoke is a wonderful combination" – Kate Heap, Scope for the Imagination

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Book Synopsis'I absolutely love this fun, brilliantly illustrated book' - Elizabeth Dale, children's book author'An important story for young readers, told in lively, dynamic rhyme, which matches the colourful and fun illustrations brilliantly' - Clare Helen Welsh, children's book author'An action-packed, fun-filled story to reassure even the littlest of Superheroes' - B B Taylor, author of The Vigilante Tooth FairySuperheroes Don't Get Scared... Or Do They? is an awesome rhyming tale about normalising fear and finding inner powers by realising there's a hero inside of us all.Scared Maisie Brown dreams of being a fearless superhero because they never get frightened, right? But when Dad explains that even the strongest, boldest and bravest hero can sometimes feel afraid, and that's perfectly fine, Maisie realises there's superhero in all of us.With fun characters, rhyming text and a wonderfully relatable take-away message about normalising feelings, this heart-warming book is an amazing addition to any little hero's bookshelf.Trade Review'Heartfelt, hilarious and honest – a super, superhero book' -- Amy Sparkes, children's author

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Book SynopsisNominated for the Carnegie Medal for Writing Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award and Diverse Book Award After a shocking event leaves Tyrese struggling with grief, he’s taken to visit family in Jamaica. From the first night, strange things start happening: impossible visions, blackouts, swarms of insects, and the discovery of a grave hidden deep in the forest… Tyrese can’t explain what’s going on and he’s scared that he’s losing his grip on reality. Then Tyrese is warned he’s being hunted by the mysterious Shadow Man. Under threat, Tyrese and his friends set out on a terrifying journey across the island to try and uncover the Shadow Man’s sinister history. Who can Tyrese trust when his own mind is falling apart and there’s nowhere left to hide?Trade Review"A creepy, atmospheric psychological horror for 12+ pitting grief’s destructive potential against the restorative power of love" -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *"It’s evocative, I can almost smell rural Jamaica, and it has the stand-out terrifying moments that sent chills through my bones" -- Alex Wheatle"A dark horror which terrified me to my very core" -- Yvette Fielding"Properly chilling and deeply tender, Rose draws on family and folklore to craft a world you will not want to leave" -- Deirdre Sullivan"The heat of Jamaica infused with the chill of its darkest folklore" -- Phil Hickes, author of The Haunting of Aveline Jones

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Book SynopsisAdversity is a part of life and many of us have experienced trauma that has left us feeling distressed, scared or alone. This book draws on Bridie and Sue's background in Clinical Psychology to help you identify what trauma is, the effect it can have on your physical and mental health, and how you can cope.Containing many ideas and strategies to support you with the impact of trauma, including giving yourself a butterfly hug to calm yourself down or sending an email to someone who lives far away to feel more connected, this is a guide that you can dip in and out of, and return to at different stages in your life after trauma.Co-written with two young people who were brave enough to share their own stories, you will find that you are not alone, that nothing stays the same, and that there's always hope.Trade ReviewBridie, Sue, Jade, and Reggie have written a book that moves us from victim to survivor, allowing resilience and growth to follow. I recommend this book to any young person who has experienced trauma and for those supporting them. -- Dr Kim S Golding CBE, Clinical Psychologist and AuthorWe all have difficult experiences in our lives that can be hard to make sense of. This book is like having a supportive, empathic, psychologically-savvy and life-informed friend in our pocket. -- Dr Helen Rodwell, Clinical Psychologist and Co-Author of Parenting with Theraplay and An Introduction to Autism for Adoptive and Foster Families

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Book SynopsisWhat is Elijah to do?Elijah's brother Manny has been different lately. Not different in how he looks, or feels, or sounds. Just different in how he acts. Not to mention the big colourful clouds above his head! There are yellow ones, and red ones, and blue and purple too... Elijah has tried to make the clouds above Manny's head go away but they always seem to stay!Join Elijah and Manny as they find out more about mood disorders and discover how to support a friend or sibling with their difficult feelings. Ideal for ages 5+, the book also includes a short guide for adults with tips on supporting children impacted by mood disorders.Trade ReviewThe pictures are super... lots of bright colours on a basic white background. The information is age appropriate and well written, and the basically cheerful approach will very much appeal. Highly recommended. -- HealthyBooks.co.ukOne of the hardest parts of coping with mental illness in your family is figuring out how to talk to your children about it, especially when it's one of the children who's having mental health problems. Lourdes Ubidia has written a book that's both honest about how scary and painful it is, and gentle enough to be a good resource for children. She writes from the perspective of a young boy whose brother has a mood disorder. This perspective allows readers to explore the needs of every family member, including those with a mental illness and those without, with respect and caring for everyone involved. "Mood clouds" are an accessible way to help a child begin to understand their different feelings and mood episodes. As a child grows, their family could easily transition from that to more adult language for the same experience. This is a great introductory lesson in how to include someone with mental illness as a full and loved member of the family. -- Aimee Daramus, Psy.D., L.C.P. Author of Understanding Bipolar Disorder: The Essential Family GuideEmphasizing connection and care, this book shines a thoughtful light on children with mood disorders. -- Kirkus Book ReviewsThis is a great resource to start a conversation with elementary kids about mental health and mood disorders. Elijah's brother Manny lives with a mood disorder that causes him to live with extreme and changing moods. Elijah explains these various moods in terms of clouds that follow Manny around, clarifying that while we all experience various moods, Manny's can be difficult to manage and can cause behavior issues. The tone is very matter of fact and accepting and there is a realistic portrayal of how treatment can help manage moods and provide coping tools, but doesn't just magically make the mood disorder go away. The skills guide for kids and resources for adults are both helpful. This would be a great addition to school libraries. -- NetGalley reviewer, EducatorAn excellent addition to parenting and mental health collections as well as a useful resources for classrooms and families to help siblings and children understand their own and other's challenges. -- Jean Little LibraryUbidia's text is inviting and accessible, presenting and explaining the topics of emotions and mood disorders in a sensitive, educational way. The bright and colorful cartoon-style illustrations help convey the story and back matter includes further resources and information for caregivers, as well as suggestions for activities to help with certain moods. -- oliviathelibrarian

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Book SynopsisBe on your own team! From dealing with friendship wobbles and bullying to understanding tricky feelings and self-esteem issues, the awesome activities in this book have been expertly designed to help children be a good friend to themselves and others! Manage emotions, build confidence and encourage empathy with inclusivity expert Beth Cox, Power Thoughts founder Natalie Costa and Blue Peter Book Award winner Vicky Barker.

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Book SynopsisYour body, your rules! What you look like is an important part of how you express yourself but it’s only a part of your story. Discovering who you are on the inside is what really matters. The awesome activities in this book have been expertly designed to help children learn how to take up space in the world. Look after your body - and get a proper night’s sleep - with inclusivity expert Beth Cox, Power Thoughts founder Natalie Costa and Blue Peter Book Award winner Vicky Barker.

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Book SynopsisMaya is excited to join Cricket Club at school, but between sports superstars, the big green monster, and her ACTUAL MUM coming to coach the team, she has a lot to handle. And on top of that, Mind thinks they’ve forgotten something important… like sending a letter to Grandad in India! Can Maya and Mind work it all out in time for their big cricket game? Funny, and with heaps of heart, this is a delightful story for younger readers accompanied by beautiful and dynamic illustrations. “An adorable mindfulness story with a splash of funny.” Rashmi Sirdeshpande “A comedy double-act starring a young girl named Maya, and Mind, the physical manifestation of Maya’s emotions and mental state. There’s a relatable dynamic between the pair, with Mind hindering and helping Maya in equal measure, and the book serves as a great introduction to emotional literacy for younger readers.” CLPE Recommended Read

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Book SynopsisEver since she turned eighteen and moved from an adolescent mental health ward to an adult one, Heather’s life has felt isolated and grey. She’d never attempt to suggest that climbing over the back fence of the hospital in the middle of the night is her sanest decision, but with a life that feels empty and a head full of memories that she doesn’t want to think about, she doesn’t feel like she has a choice. Heather is barely over the fence, however, when she meets Maeve. While, at first, Heather only allows Maeve to accompany her to keep the younger girl out of harm’s way, events soon lead to the lives of the two teenagers becoming increasingly entangled. As the night goes on, Heather is soon forced to consider who will be saving who.

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