Awkward
Awkward by Svetlana Chmakova is an illustrated work published by Yen Press on July 21, 2015, featuring 224 pages in English. This graphic novel follows Penelope “Peppi” Torres as she navigates the challenges of her new school. With a focus on the social dynamics of middle school, Peppi grapples with the consequences of breaking her own survival rules after an embarrassing encounter with a classmate, Jaime Thompson, which leads to unexpected complications.
Readers will find a relatable exploration of friendship and rivalry as Peppi joins the art club while dealing with her feelings of guilt towards Jaime, who is part of the rival science club. The narrative captures the awkwardness of adolescence and the importance of finding one’s place among peers. Through Peppi’s journey, the book addresses themes of belonging and the complexities of school life, making it a relevant read for those interested in juvenile fiction and graphic novels.
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Cardinal rule #1 for surviving school: Don’t get noticed by the mean kids.
Cardinal rule #2 for surviving school: Seek out groups with similar interests and join them.
On her first day at her new school, Penelope–Peppi–Torres reminds herself of these basics. But when she trips into a quiet boy in the hall, Jaime Thompson, she’s already broken the first rule, and the mean kids start calling her the “nerder girlfriend.” How does she handle this crisis? By shoving poor Jaime and running away!
Falling back on rule two and surrounding herself with new friends in the art club, Peppi still can’t help feeling ashamed about the way she treated Jaime. Things are already awkward enough between the two, but to make matters worse, he’s a member of her own club’s archrivals–the science club! And when the two clubs go to war, Peppi realizes that sometimes you have to break the rules to survive middle school!
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