Belinda's Obsession

The “Not Just Proms & Parties” series of short novels for teen readers features dynamic, character-driven plots and positive messages for young women. Perfect for beach-reading, taking a break from homework, and if you have a reluctant teen reader in the house.

Dating in high school is hard enough – but when you're gay? Forget it! Belinda is convinced there's no such thing as love, until she runs into her “summer fling,” and thinks they may be able to rekindle their romance. But when she sees her mom walking arm in arm with a man who is not Belinda's father, her parents' marriage suddenly becomes the focus in her life.

Obsessed with the affair that could break up her family, Belinda ignores the people closest to her. In the end, she realizes that no one is perfect, and that she's lucky to have caring family and friends that accept her for who she is.

Awards and Reviews:

Selected, 2009 “Rainbow List of Quality GLBTQ Books for Young Readers” (program coordinated by the American Library Association's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered Round Table and Social Responsibilities Round Table)

“... a solid, dialogue-driven story that will keep readers interested in the many affairs of the heart coursing through this novel.” – Montreal Review of Books, Fall/Winter 2007

“... passes with honours on portraying gay youth realistically, and also as a part of the whole picture, instead of apart from it ... credible and admirable.” – Resource Links, Feb. 2008

“Short and fast-paced, it offers a typical teen dilemma, plus incorporates an important lesson ... Teen girls will appreciate the smooth flowing prose and likable characters. Published as lower-priced paperbacks, the series is also quite affordable for public or personal libraries.” – teensreadtoo.com, Sept. 2007

“This book was a fun and quick read. I would highly recommend it for any reluctant readers. I would also recommend it because it is part of the “Not Just Proms and Parties” series. Readers can come back to a familiar setting with each book they read.” – Children's Literature, 2008

Praise for the “Not Just Proms & Parties” Series:

“These slim paperbacks are sure to appeal to the junior soap opera teen and pre-teen girls ... looks at issues in a thought-provoking manner.” – Resource Links, Oct. 2007

“... can help girls make it through those years of hormones and painful learning experiences ... the NJPP series of short novels is aimed at reluctant readers and ESL students, but the books are suitable for any teenage girl with a busy schedule.” – ForeWord, Nov. 2008

“... great for the reluctant reader ... While other teen reads dwell on tragedy and darkness, Penny's take on everyday life is a nice bit of light fare.” – CM: Canadian Review of Materials, Dec. 2006

“There are many reasons to recommend the “NJPP” series to teens and especially to reluctant readers ... short and uncomplicated, but realistic and interesting at the same time ... A quick, easy read with a positive message.” – yabookscentral.com, Aug. 2006

“Seriously great titles you should check out ...” – Toronto Star, Sept. 2006

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