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Glow Up, Lara Bloom

the secret diary of a teenage catastrophe!
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Glow Up, Lara Bloom by Dee Benson is a charming children's story following Lara Bloom, a young girl embarking on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. As Lara navigates childhood challenges and friendships, she learns the importance of embracing her true self. Amidst life's ups and downs, her journey illuminates the path to personal growth, offering delightful lessons in courage and self-acceptance.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's book is perfect for young readers navigating the challenges of growing up and self-discovery. It may appeal to you if you enjoy stories filled with humour, friendship, and relatable adventures as the young protagonist embarks on a journey of transformation and personal growth. It's an engaging read that encourages embracing one's unique qualities and building confidence.

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The must-read teen novel of the year. This is the diary of LARA BLOOM - clumsy, chaotic and totally crushing on Caiden!

The must-read teen novel of the year. This is the diary of LARA BLOOM - clumsy, chaotic and totally crushing on Caiden!

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MY NAME IS LARA BLOOM AND THIS IS MY LIFE . . .

Meet Lara Bloom - the best friend you never knew you needed. This is her diary . . .

When Lara meets super-cute new boy Caiden, she begins to think that the way to his heart is to give herself a glow up. But her friends are not impressed. You should never glow up for a boy, only for yourself!

As Lara and her friends embark on their project of empowerment and self-love, Lara shares her innermost thoughts with her online journal. How can she keep her hair under control when she's playing football? Why is she so fast on the pitch yet so uncoordinated off it? And how will she ever convince Caiden to take an interest in her?

With her worries safely locked in her top-secret journal, Lara is on track to unlock the glow-up of her dreams. Surely nothing could possibly go wrong . . .?!

A heart-warming story of friendship, crushes and learning to love yourself. Perfect for fans of GEEK GIRL, Louise Rennison and Alesha Dixon.

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Glow Up, Lara Bloom by Dee Benson has been praised for its humour, warmth, and relatable teenage experiences. Reviewers highlight the engaging diary format, likening it to Louise Rennison's work and noting its appeal to fans of similar young adult books. The story celebrates friendship, body acceptance, and staying true to oneself, resonating with readers through its authentic portrayal of adolescence.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471412912

Publisher: Hot Key Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hot Key Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 258g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Dee Benson has loved books since childhood. Exploring Narnia, adventuring with the Famous Five, and indulging in all things girly with the Sweet Valley Twins sparked her love for reading. She finds it surreal that she now gets to create her own worlds and characters in books of her own. At university, she studied Molecular Biology with Genetics and only survived it by writing fiction during lectures. When she isn't writing, Dee enjoys long walks, good food, and music that makes her wish she could sing. She lives in Liverpool with her husband and two daughters.

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