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The Offline Diaries

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The Offline Diaries by Yomi Adegoke and Elizabeth Uviebinené is a lively children's book exploring the vibrant friendship between two girls who communicate through handwritten diaries. As they navigate the ups and downs of school life and personal growth, the story highlights themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the balance between online and offline worlds.
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You might enjoy this book if you love heartwarming stories about friendship and coming-of-age experiences. It presents a delightful journey through the ups and downs of adolescence, exploring themes such as identity, self-discovery, and the challenges of navigating offline life in a digital world. Perfect if you're looking for a story that's both relatable and inspiring for young readers.

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The Offline Diaries

'A fresh, lively story about friendship' Jacqueline Wilson

A universal story of friendship, falling out and unforgettable characters that will resonate with all readers of 9 and up – from the authors of Slay in Your Lane

A funny look at friendship for pre-teen girls, by the bestselling authors of SLAY IN YOUR LANE

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'A fresh, lively story about friendship' Jacqueline Wilson

A universal story of friendship, falling out and unforgettable characters that will resonate with all readers of 9 and up – from the authors of Slay in Your Lane


Ade is about to start at a new school. She is NOT happy with her stepdad for making them move here. Shanice has been at the school for a year already. Since her mum died, she’s been living with her dad and annoying older brother, spending most of her time outside school in her dad’s hair salon.

When Ade and Shanice meet in the salon, and spot each other’s diaries, an instant friendship is formed, and they start to chat online… but offline is a whole other story!

The Offline Diaries is a fresh, funny and contemporary story of friendship, told in the captivating voices of Ade and Shanice – two utterly unforgettable Year 8 girls who will seize the hearts and imaginations of readers everywhere.

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The Offline Diaries is praised as a fresh and lively story about friendship, capturing the essence of new social connections with realism and authenticity. It has been noted for its fun and engaging narrative, providing a clever and accessible format that resonates with young readers. The book is recognised for echoing the experiences of young people who feel like outsiders, offering them a sense of solidarity and hope.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008444785

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 230g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Yomi Adegoke is a mutli award-winning journalist and author. She writes about race, feminism, popular culture and how they intersect, as well as class and politics. She has worked at ITN, Channel 4 News and The Pool as a senior writer and freelanced for Vogue, The Guardian and The Independent amongst others. This year she was listed as one of most influential people in London by the Evening Standard and  was also named as a 'frontline pioneer' bringing the fight to 'a new generation', by the publication. She was awarded journalist of the year by the Woman In Africa awards, named a Marie Claire Future Shaper and was awarded the Groucho Maverick for her first book, written with co-author Elizabeth Uviebinene, SLAY IN YOUR LANE: The Black Girl Bible.

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