In this poignant, realistic, contemporary YA by a state master list star, perfectfor fans of Sarah Dessen and Gayle Forman, a young songwriter builds a substitute family with her friends in place of the broken family she grew up with.
Minerva has been raised by her single mother after her father left them both. On her 17th birthday, she is shocked to discover that he has been trying to keep in touch, but her mother has been sabotaging his attempts. Furious at her mom, she begins to investigate her dad, a famous marine biologist, only to discover that he has a new family, including a beloved, and perfect, stepdaughter--a girl Minerva already knows and despises.
As she makes her way, trying to build her performing and songwriting career, her jealousy takes over and threatens to derail her life completely. It is only through the efforts of her best friend, Fin, and the introduction of Hayes, a new young man in her life, that she is able to see clearly who she is and who makes up her family.
Mary Amato is an award-winning children's book author, songwriter, musician, puppeteer, and poet. She writes for children of all ages, and is beginning to focus on YA. Her first YA novel was Guitar Notes. Mary lives with her family outside Washington, DC, where she also performs regularly, singing and playing her own songs. Mary is a popular speaker and runs numerous workshops for teachers and students, including many on all aspects of creative writing, even songwriting. The author lives in Silver Spring, MD. You can visit her online at www.maryamato.com.
Guest Post:
Mary's letter to her teenage self
Guest Post:
Mary's letter to her teenage self
Dear Mary,
Mistakes are good. Mistakes are interesting. Stop being so worried about making mistakes and enjoy yourself when you write, when you sing, when you dance, and when you dare to say what’s really on your mind. So embrace the fact that you will make mistakes and try to learn from them.
You know that feeling you get when you lose yourself in the moment? That is what you need more of. Don’t waste time replaying the things you did wrong or things you could have done better. It’s like revving an engine while the car is parked.
Always keep your eyes and ears open for people who are on fire. You know what I mean—the passionate souls. Make sure to get close because their energy can fan your flames and your energy can feed their fire, too.
And don’t forget to drink plenty of water.
Love,
Me
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I think I would tell my teenage self to be braver and bolder. Don't worry what other people think.
ReplyDeleteAnd wear sunscreen instead of baby oil at the beach. lol
Karen @ For What It's Worth
This sounds excellent! And I agree about the letter. I sure worried about making mistakes. But another would be, be yourself. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteWow... Sounds like an interesting read Brandi! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteNaomi @ Nomi’s Paranormal Palace