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The Casting Dilemma
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Kate wants to be an actor, but when she looks in the mirror, she doesn't like what she sees. She longs to be like Ashleigh Monahan, who has the perfect looks for the lead part in the school musical. And Ashleigh has talent. But while Kate...
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Description
Kate wants to be an actor, but when she looks in the mirror, she doesn't like what she sees.
She longs to be like Ashleigh Monahan, who has the perfect looks for the lead part in the school musical. And Ashleigh has talent.
But while Kate can sing and act really well, she thinks she doesn't measure up to Ashleigh's physical perfection. Will she still score a role?
The Casting Dilemma by Lynne Stringer explores the conflicts and insecurities on Kate's journey to pursuing her acting dreams.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761113246
Publisher: Wombat Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 May 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Rhiza Edge
Illustration: Illustrations
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Weight: 300g
Pages: 116
About the Author
Lynne Stringer has been passionate about writing all her life, beginning with short stories in her primary school days. She began writing professionally as a journalist and was the editor of a small newspaper (later magazine) for seven years, before turning her hand to screenplay writing and novels. Lynne is the author of the Verindon books, a young adult science fiction series. In 2024 her latest book was released, Keeper of the Archives, which is a dystopian story set in Earth's future. She is continuing to write fiction for young adults, branching into both contemporary and historical stories.
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