Masks Off, Crowns On

You GROW, Girl! Masks Off, Crowns On is the first in a one-of-a-kind series of short story collections for teen and preteen girls.

Geared toward readers ages twelve through nineteen, this interactive volume includes forty realistic fiction short stories featuring teen and preteen girls of differing ages, backgrounds, and personalities, faced with a variety of situations and circumstances.

Covering every issue relevant to teen girls, from self-esteem and body image to suicide and teen pregnancy, Masks Off, Crowns On will cause readers to laugh, cry, empathize, and most importantly, think!This book is presented in a way that encourages girls to take off the various "masks" they've been hiding behind (i.e., low self-esteem, guilt, fear, negative body image, etc.) and replace them with the shining princess "crowns" worthy of their true selves.

This collection is subdivided into chapters according to subject, with an in-depth "reflections" section at the end of each.

Featuring comprehensive and relatable reads on each issue, questions to prompt critical thinking, and a five-point coping strategy for each subject covered.

Masks Off, Crowns On is written to challenge, inspire, and encourage young girls to think before acting, make wise decisions, build healthy relationships, take care of themselves inside and out, and value their individuality. Each chapter's reflections section also includes a "Selfie Journal," in which girls can record their thoughts, feelings, questions, and experiences.

This beautiful treasury is a must-buy keepsake for teen girls everywhere-and for those who live and work with them!

If you're a teen or a parent of a teen, you've got to have this one on your bookshelf.