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Stand Up

By Nikesh Shukla
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Nikesh Shukla in the Young Adult novel Stand Up takes readers through the world of an aspiring comedian navigating the complexities of teenage life. The protagonist is not only trying to hone their craft in the stand-up world but also dealing with family expectations and social challenges. It offers a moving and often humorous insight into identity, ambition, and the courage required to stand up for oneself, both on stage and off.
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You might enjoy this book if you are looking for an engaging young adult story that explores themes of identity, friendship, and comedy. Filled with humour and heartfelt moments, it follows the journey of a young protagonist discovering their voice and the power of standing up for oneself. It's perfect for those who enjoy a blend of wit and emotional depth in their reading.

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Stand Up

Meet 17-year-old Madhu - super funny, painfully honest ... and completely lost. Can she follow her dreams and stay true to herself? A funny and poignant comedy about finding your voice, for anyone who has ever dreamed big, from award-winning author and screenwriter Nikesh Shukla.

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A funny and poignant comedy about finding your voice, for anyone who has ever dreamed big, from award-winning author and screenwriter Nikesh Shukla.

Madhu is 17 and has the weight of the world on her shoulders: her dad is putting pressure on her to apply to university, she misses her estranged sister but contact is strictly forbidden, and she's pulling in every single shift possible at a pizza place to help support her family. What she really wants, though, is to be a world-famous stand-up comedian...

Just as she's about to turn her back on this dream, a YouTube clip of Madhu goes viral and she is suddenly catapulted into the bright lights of stardom. It's not long before she catches the attention of a fellow Asian comedy legend who offers her the chance of a lifetime.

But the road to comedy glory is not a barrel of laughs—and Madhu's own struggles with her family and identity soon catch up with her. Can she follow her dreams and stay true to herself and those she loves in the process?

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Stand Up by Nikesh Shukla, a novel aimed at young adults, has been praised for its engaging storytelling and compelling characters. Reviewers highlight its exploration of identity, culture, and self-expression, particularly within the context of a comedy scene. The book's humour intertwined with poignant life lessons has also received positive remarks, making it a relevant and thought-provoking read for teenagers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444969894

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 288

Collections

Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Nikesh Shukla Young Adult

About the Author

Nikesh Shukla is the editor of British Book Award-shortlisted anthology The Good Immigrant, a collection of essays by British writers of colour about race and immigration in the UK. His debut novel, Coconut Unlimited, was shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award and his debut YA novel, Run, Riot, was shortlisted for the Specsavers National Book Award. Nikesh has written for The Guardian, Observer, Independent, Esquire, Buzzfeed, Vice and BBC2 and BBC Radio 4. Nikesh was one of Foreign Policy magazine's 100 Global Thinkers and The Bookseller's 100 most influential people in publishing in 2016 and in 2017. He is the co-founder of the literary journal, The Good Journal and The Good Literary Agency.

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