{"product_id":"9781250123213","title":"The Big F","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Big F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Maggie Ann Martin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA spunky, contemporary novel about friendship, failure, and what happens when things don’t go according to plan, ideal for readers who like their heroines smart and strong—but not perfect.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNominated for Best Young Adult Novel by the 2017 RT Reviewers' Choice Awards!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDanielle's plans for the future were all figured out... until she failed senior English and her single college acceptance was rescinded. Determined to get her life back on track, Danielle enrolls in her hometown community college with a plan: pass English and get back into Ohio State—and her mother’s good graces. Romance isn't on her radar... until she reconnects with her childhood crush and golden boy next door, Luke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBetween family drama, first love and finding her own way, Danielle can't help but feel a little overwhelmed. Thankfully she has her friendship with the snarky and frustratingly attractive Porter, her coworker at the campus bookstore, to push her to experience new things and help keep her afloat. One thing's for sure: This time, failure's not an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads,\u003ci\u003e The Big F\u003c\/i\u003e is a smart, funny, and highly relatable novel by debut author Maggie Ann Martin about finding your own way after one epic fail. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Big F\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eThe quirkiest, most fun-loving read of [the year]\u003c\/b\u003e so far!\" —\u003ci\u003eRT Book Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eDanielle is a savvy, likable character with whom teens will easily identify.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eAn easy, enjoyable read.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —\u003ci\u003eVOYA\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eFun, cute, and totally relatable.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —\u003ci\u003eBook Allure\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Big F:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eNominated for Best Young Adult Novel by the 2017 RT Reviewers' Choice Awards!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Martin’s first book is \u003cb\u003enothing short of amazing\u003c\/b\u003e! You’ll laugh, cry and scream with every page as you follow Danielle and her realistic yet zany post–high-school antics. . . . \u003ci\u003eThe Big F\u003c\/i\u003e deserves an A-plus for being the quirkiest, most fun-loving read of [the year] so far!\" —\u003ci\u003eRT Book Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A debut novel sure to resonate with high schoolers who eagerly anticipate graduation and the start of college. . . . \u003cb\u003eDanielle is a savvy, likable character with whom teens will easily identify\u003c\/b\u003e. . . . Romance fans will enjoy this fast-paced story that features an interesting set of characters and satisfying conclusion.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Danielle is a likeable character who tries to do the right thing. Readers will have confidence in her even when she sometimes lacks self-assurance. . . . \u003cb\u003eAn easy, enjoyable read\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003eVOYA\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"'\u003ci\u003eWhen life gives you lemons, make lemonade.\u003c\/i\u003e' I’m pretty sure that that quote epitomizes \u003ci\u003eThe Big F\u003c\/i\u003e. . . . \u003cb\u003eFun, cute, and totally relatable.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —\u003ci\u003eBook Allure\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Big F\u003c\/i\u003e from the Swoon Reads community: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“What a \u003cb\u003efun read\u003c\/b\u003e. . . . I was rooting for Danielle from the first page.” —Anna S., reader on SwoonReads.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Big F\u003c\/i\u003e is such a fun and awesome read . . . It’s great to see Danielle learning more on what makes her happy, \u003cb\u003eovercoming her mistakes, and growing into a better person.\u003c\/b\u003e” —Chen Yan Chang, reader on SwoonReads.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I really loved this story and \u003cb\u003eit’s something I would read over and over again.\u003c\/b\u003e” —GM, reader on SwoonReads.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eTo Be Honest\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn NPR Best YA Book of 2018\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The portrayal of Savvy’s mother’s eating disorder is sensitive and will resonate strongly with readers close to this issue. ... Savvy’s story is a welcome one in today’s YA market and \u003cb\u003ewill help spread a much-needed message \u003c\/b\u003eto teens about parental mental health issues and the potential dangers of diet culture. A first purchase for libraries serving adolescents.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I cannot tell you how \u003cb\u003eincredibly refreshing\u003c\/b\u003e this is! I love that the book, itself, is not obsessed with its plus-size main character. Maggie Ann Martin actually allows us to look past Savvy's weight into other aspects of her life, and \u003cb\u003eit's a shame that books like this are so few and far between\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003eNPR\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eTo Be Honest\u003c\/i\u003e captures the struggle to be proud of who you are and to find the courage to live boldly, no matter your shape or size, an idea that is wonderful to see presented to teen audiences. \u003cb\u003eFor fans of \u003ci\u003eTo All the Boys I’ve Loved Before\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDumplin’\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, Maggie Ann Martin’s latest is sure to please both teens and adults alike who are in search of a moving and heartwarming story.\" —\u003ci\u003eGERM Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This summer read tackles difficult subjects—anxiety and mental health, eating disorders, and more—while still keeping it \u003cb\u003ea light and fun story about all kinds of love: parental, sibling, friendship, romantic, and most importantly, loving yourself\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003eBustle\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eTo Be Honest\u003c\/i\u003e by Maggie Ann Martin \u003cb\u003etook my emotions on a joyride and didn’t let them off until the very end\u003c\/b\u003e. More and more Young Adult novels are featuring serious themes even though it’s not the focus of the book and I absolutely love it. If this story sounds like your cup of tea, I highly recommend picking it up.\" —\u003ci\u003eThe Young Folks\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is \u003cb\u003ea super sweet novel\u003c\/b\u003e that’s surprisingly lighthearted despite some of the pretty serious issues dealt with throughout (eating disorders, living with anxiety, complicated family dynamics, etc.). ... Savvy is \u003cb\u003eunerringly body positive\u003c\/b\u003e (with some occasional moments of insecurity, just like anyone).\" —\u003ci\u003eBook Riot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eTo Be Honest\u003c\/i\u003e breaks down the ways criticism masked as concern can be so harmful to young women. And it’s \u003cb\u003ean empowering reminder to love our bodies, regardless of size\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003eHelloGiggles\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eUnapologetically promotes healthy body image and love for oneself\u003c\/b\u003e. Savvy and her mother provide the reader with diametrically opposed perspectives concerning the psychological impact of body shaming: Savvy possesses a strong, positive image while her mother derives self-worth from a scale. ... Educators and librarians seeking literature that \u003cb\u003eresonates with female readers who struggle with body image\u003c\/b\u003e will want to add this novel to their shelves.\" —\u003ci\u003eVOYA\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"To be honest...we loved the latest novel by Maggie Ann Martin! ... With her [Savannah], Martin has created \u003cb\u003ea beautifully rendered portrait of a high school senior\u003c\/b\u003e. She feels real and interesting, and like someone who you’d definitely want to drive around blasting Eminem with, if only because that’s her favorite past time!\" —\u003ci\u003eHypable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A refreshing YA contemporary novel that wrestles with self-love, anxiety, and family. ... I would imagine \u003cb\u003epeople who loved \u003ci\u003eLeah on the Offbeat\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Upside of Unrequited\u003c\/i\u003e, or \u003ci\u003eTurtles All the Way Down\u003c\/i\u003e will also love this\u003c\/b\u003e novel.\" —\u003ci\u003eBetter Books and Other Things\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I freaking adore this book! \u003ci\u003eTo Be Honest\u003c\/i\u003e is \u003cb\u003ethe most honest young adult contemporary novel I have read\u003c\/b\u003e in a while ... this book is worth every penny.\" —\u003ci\u003eIt's A Book Life\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book was \u003cb\u003eimpossible to put down\u003c\/b\u003e from the moment I started reading, and I flew through it so quickly that I could honestly read it again ... I'm so thankful to Maggie Ann Martin for writing this fantastic book and to Swoon Reads for publishing it!\" —\u003ci\u003eMy Endless Shelf\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eTo Be Honest\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003ehad me laughing and I even shed a few tears\u003c\/b\u003e. Savannah is such a smart and strong character who is doing her best to love her body.\" —\u003ci\u003eThe Book Dutchesses\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eTo Be Honest\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003ehas to be one of the most \u003ci\u003ehonest\u003c\/i\u003e reads out there\u003c\/b\u003e today!\" —\u003ci\u003eBookish Wisps\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781250123213\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Swoon Reads","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40611777446094,"sku":"9781250123213","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_079dd7d0-c31a-4da8-a72a-25cde1d61216.jpg?v=1638234400","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781250123213","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}