Paperweight

Name: Paperweight
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781471404566
Price: 22.99 NZD
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By Meg Haston

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Summary

Paperweight by Meg Haston is a poignant young adult novel that delves into the complexities of mental health and the journey towards self-acceptance. The story follows a young girl named Stevie, who is grappling with overwhelming guilt and emotional pain. Set in a treatment facility, the narrative explores her struggle with an eating disorder and the events leading to her stay, as she confronts her past and seeks a path to healing.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this if you're drawn to poignant stories about healing and self-discovery. Set within a treatment centre, it offers a raw and honest look at complex emotions, making it an engaging read for those interested in psychological depth and compelling character journeys.

What doesn't kill you makes you stronger

What doesn't kill you makes you stronger

Description

Struggling to deal with her mother's abandonment and a past she refuses to confront, Stevie knows she has problems. But she's still furious about the fact that she's been packed off to a health clinic, in the middle of nowhere, where mobile phones are banned and communication with the outside world is strictly by permission only.

The regimented and obtrusive nature of the clinic is torture to the deeply private, obstinate Stevie—and don't even get her started on the other 'inmates'. All she wants is to be left alone... But as Stevie is about to find out, life is full of surprises. And she will prove herself stronger than she knows—even when her past finally catches her up in the most shocking and brutal way possible.

Paperweight is a hard-hitting and intriguing book covering anorexia, friendship and hope—with a bit of a twist...

Based on her own past, Meg now works as a counsellor at a women's clinic and a school in Florida.

From the author of HOW TO ROCK BRACES AND GLASSES, which inspired a Nickelodeon series.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Paperweight by Meg Haston is often praised for its captivating and realistic portrayal of the struggles with an eating disorder. Reviews highlight the authenticity and emotional depth in the depiction of living with such challenges.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471404566

Publisher: Hot Key Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 July 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hot Key Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 232g

Pages: 304

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Happiness & Mental Health Meg Haston Young Adult

About the Author

Meg Haston is both a survivor and a mental health counselor. Meg first conceived of PAPERWEIGHT when she spent time in a treatment center for disordered eating in Arizona. Like her character Stevie, she could bring nothing but a small suitcase of clothes - no books, no phone, no computer. But she was allowed to write. In between group meals and individual sessions, Stevie was born into the pages of Meg's journal. Meg now practises at a women's clinic and a school in Florida, and has worked in conjunction with Projection HEAL (Help to Eat, Accept, and Live), spreading awareness about eating disorders and the recovery process. She is also a regular contributor to gURL.com, where her video series, 'How to Deal with Meg Haston', addresses mental and emotional health concerns for adolescent girls. Meg is also the author of the middle grade series HOW TO ROCK... which inspired a Nickelodeon TV spin-off. Follow Meg on Twitter: @meghaston