"While other kids were daydreaming about dances, first kisses, and college, Jodee Blanco was jusht trying to figure out how to get from homeroom to study hall without being taunted or spit upon as she walked through the halls.

     This powerful, unforgettable memior cronicles how one child was shunned- and even physically abused- by her classmates from elementry school through highschool. it is an unflinching look at what it means to be the outcast, how even the most loving  parents can get it all wrong, why schools are often unable to prevent disaster, and how bullying has been misunderstood and mishandled by the mental health community.

     You will be shockede, moved, and ultimately inspireed by this harrowing tale of survival against insurmountable odds. This vivid story will open your eyes to the harsh realities and long-term consequences of bullying- and how all of us can make a difference in the lives of teens today."

                                                                                                                                  By: Jodee Blanco