"More than a stunning debut. It is the announcement of a bold new literary voice"
—Stephen Chbosky, author of The Perks of Being a Wallflower

I’m starting 10th grade in two weeks. Monday was my birthday. The whole family came and celebrated with me at my favorite italian restraunt. I got victorias secret, hot topic, and starbucks gift cards, three shirts, a wallet keychain, a john lennon and michael jackson album, $60, and a bath set w victoria secret lotions. The best present was from my best friend, Austin. He came to my doorstep . He had his black backpack. Inside were beautiful pink roses, a big beanie boo kitty named “muffin” and a card. Also a miku backpack. I wish you were there. But you were in my heart though. Being 16 made me realise I’m ready for the real world. I wanna get my education, my career, a nice house, and get married and have kids. I promise mom, I will succeed for you! I luv u! <3