Offline

by Donna Cooner

Overview

In this e-book original, acclaimed author Donna Cooner spins a timely and gripping story of how we live our lives on -- and off -- social media.

Annie Webb is constantly online. She loves following influencer accounts, DM'ing with her two best friends, Luna and Caitlin, and posting selfies with her adorable boyfriend, Jameson.Then Jameson breaks up with Annie -- online. The public humiliation is immediate and intense, and Annie is overwhelmed by the cruel comments that pour in. To help Annie cope, Luna and Caitlin make a plan: the three of them will stay off social media for a month. No posting. No scrolling. No cheating.But unplugging is much harder than they thought. And when the rest of their school finds out about their offline challenge, can the three girls keep their vow -- and their friendship?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781338678246
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/01/2020
Sold by:	Scholastic, Inc.
Format:	eBook
Pages:	288
File size:	7 MB
Age Range:	12 - 18 Years

About the Author

Donna Cooner is the acclaimed author of Skinny, Can't Look Away, Worthy, Screenshot, and Fake. A Texas native and graduate of Texas A&M University, Donna currently lives in Fort Collins, Colorado, with her husband, a cat named Stu, and two chocolate Labradors, Roxanne and Murphy. Follow @donnacooner on Twitter or visit her online at donnacooner.com.

Editorial Reviews

Praise for Screenshot: "Told in alternating viewpoints, the novel raises numerous real issues in the lives of teenagers -- popularity, dating and body image, family issues, socio-economic differences and their resulting tensions, personal aspirations, trust, and maintaining one's online reputation. A timely and relevant read." -- Kirkus Reviews"The plot moves along at a compulsively readable pace. . . . the lessons about phone use, and how Internet exposure and privacy affects one's sense of self-worth, are significant and important. Of equal value are the complex relationships in Skye's life. . . . More than just a quick read, this suspenseful contemporary title will be popular with teens." -- School Library JournalPraise for Worthy:"Cooner's book addresses real issues in teens' lives -- Internet culture, online apps, communication, dating -- in a way that is relatable. Themes of self-esteem and online bullying are woven throughout, but Linden's growth into a more confident young woman demonstrates the value of not judging yourself by other people's standards. This title will have wide appeal; it is timely and easy to read." -- Voice of Youth Advocates"This novel is an enjoyable read with pertinent messages for adolescents about modern dating culture and social media." -- School Library Journal"A girl struggling to find her own voice learns how to speak like herself." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for Can't Look Away:"Sad, wise, and true... unforgettable." -- Melissa de la Cruz, New York Times bestselling author of Blue Bloods and Witches of East End"From start to finish, I couldn't look away from Donna Cooner's honest, at times heartbreaking, yet hopeful story about the bonds of sisterhood and the challenges of starting over." -- Elizabeth Eulberg, author of The Lonely Hearts Club and Better Off Friends "Cooner explores the dark side of popularity... insightful and absorbing." -- Kirkus Reviews "Poignant [and] authentic." -- School Library Journal Praise for Skinny: "Resounding... with wit, compassion, and courage, Skinny will speak to everyone who has ever felt invisible or unlovable." -- Kathi Appelt, New York Times bestselling author and winner of the Newbery Honor"The best -- and truest -- depiction of the joys and pangs of transformation I've ever read. Deeply moving, totally addictive, utterly fabulous." -- New York Times bestselling author Lauren Myracle"Compelling." -- Kirkus Reviews"At a time when many teens are struggling with personal obesity, overweight, and the definition of beauty, public and school libraries should not hesitate to include this... in their collection." -- Voice of Youth Advocates

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