Kategoria BISAC: Juvenile Fiction >> Social Themes - Physical & Emotional Abuse (see also Social Themes - Sexual

Cassidy was like every other normal teenager, except for a few major things. She was neglected by her mother, ill-treated by her father, alienated by her peers, and had a rather gruesome way of dealing with displacement issues.

Cassidy's only friends were in her ant farm until she is befriended by a young, eccentric, witty Anna. And a handsome, confident, knowledgeable Jonathan; who initially set out to help her and support her. Cassidy's trust issues...

Dear Kids:

Hi, I'm Jake. Yes, I'm a dog, but I'm definitely not ordinary I'd like to be your friend and help you whenever you need me. I can give you advice about anything that's bothering you, because I have a special gift: I can talk to children. My special job is to teach kids about all sorts of things and help them stay safe until they're grown.

When you read my book, you'll see how I've already helped some of my friends understand things like getting sick, looking different from other kids, and adoption. But we've also talked about serious problems they couldn't speak to anyone...

Beauty Cookson isn't beautiful. Her father chose her name because he wants her to be a confident, popular girl. She tries to fit in, but she's plain and awkward. All the girls at school make fun of her and have nicknamed her Ugly. Her mother thinks she needs a fun, creative nickname, something like . . . Cookie But kids at school can't just be told to call her Cookie. And, even worse, her Dad doesn't approve. His already bad temper reaches frightening new heights. Will Cookie find the strength to stand up to her dad? And will she find a way to be the person she wants to be?