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Starry-Eyed

16 Stories that Steal the Spotlight
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Starry-Eyed follows the journey of a young character who finds themselves swept away on an enchanting adventure through a world of dreams and imagination. Along the way, they meet whimsical creatures and face exciting challenges that encourage them to be brave, kind, and true to themselves. This delightful tale weaves together themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the magic of believing in endless possibilities.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a whimsical and heartwarming tale that inspires children to dream big and believe in the power of their own imagination. It's perfect for young readers who love engaging stories filled with creativity and charm, ideal for bedtime reading and sparking curiosity.

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Starry-Eyed

Star-studded YA fiction anthology focused on the performing arts and including real-life anecdotes from familiar faces of screen and stage.

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No light is as unforgiving as the spotlight, but to be in it while being a teenager is just plain brutal. This collection of fictional short stories highlight the struggles, hopes, failures, and triumphs of young aspiring singers, dancers, actors, actresses, and performers. While these characters may feel out of place during their everyday lives, they are able to find a home onstage and in rehearsals. Woven throughout the anthology are personal anecdotes from several of today's most celebrated performers of stage, screen, and television. Whether hilarious or romantic or devastating or suspenseful, these diverse coming-of-age stories are perfect for anyone who is reaching for the stars.

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The book Starry-Eyed by Clay Aiken, Josh Pultz, and Ted Michael is praised for its captivating short stories that highlight the integral role of the arts in the lives of teenagers. It delves into more than just art as a school activity, addressing common teen issues like insecurity, jealousy, and young love within the theatre world. The book receives commendations for its relatable teenage themes and is particularly appealing to those interested in performance arts and teen romance.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780762449491

Publisher: Running Press,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 October 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Running Press Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Ted Michael is a Presidential Scholar in the Arts and graduate of Columbia University and The Juilliard School. He is the author of So You Wanna Be a Superstar: The Ultimate Audition Guide ,a YALSA Popular Paperback for Young Adults, The Diamonds, and Crash Test Love. He lives in Manhattan's Upper West Side, where he is surrounded by many Playbills and even more books.Josh Pultz is the senior agent at DGRW Talent, and his clients include stars of television, screen, and stage. He regularly appears as a guest and speaker for such venues as the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, The School for Film and Television, Actors Connection, and One on One Studios. He currentlylives in Manhattan.

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