{"title":"Maya Van Wagenen","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaya Van Wagenen is an acclaimed author in the Young Adult genre, celebrated for her authentic and compelling storytelling. Her works deftly capture the essence of adolescent life, offering readers a combination of humour, poignancy, and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eChronically Dolores\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that intertwines the complexities of growing up with relatable characters and an engaging narrative. Van Wagenen's storytelling is renowned for its ability to resonate with young readers, making them feel seen and understood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Maya Van Wagenen's collection to discover a vivid world where youth challenges, friendships, and self-discovery come to life with sincerity and grace. Her books offer an invaluable glimpse into the journey from adolescence to adulthood, making them a must-read for both young adults and those keen to understand the teenage experience. Delve into these stories and join her characters on their heartfelt journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chronically-dolores-by-maya-van-wagenen-9780147512550","title":"Chronically Dolores","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChronically Dolores\u003c\/em\u003e by Maya Van Wagenen, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003ePopular\u003c\/em\u003e, is a tale woven with humour, heartache, and occasional bits of telenovela flair. Now available in paperback!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDolores Mendoza is not thriving. She was recently diagnosed with a chronic bladder condition called interstitial cystitis. The painful disease isn't life-threatening, but it is threatening to ruin her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJust when things seem hopeless, Dolores meets someone poised to change her fate. Terpsichore Berkenbosch-Jones is glamorous, autistic, and homeschooled against her will by her overprotective mother. After a rocky start, the girls form a tentative partnership. Beautiful, talented Terpsichore will help Dolores win back her ex-best friend, Shae. Meanwhile, Dolores will convince Terpsichore's mum that her daughter has the social skills to survive public school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt seems like a foolproof plan, but Dolores isn't always a reliable narrator, and her choices may put her in danger of committing an unforgivable betrayal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46727493714156,"sku":"9780147512550","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13755903482240.jpg?v=1754943346"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/maya-van-wagenen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}