Synopses & Reviews
What’s worse than being fat your freshman year? Being fat your sophomore year.
Life used to be so simple for Andrew Zansky–hang with the Model UN guys, avoid gym class, and eat and eat and eat. He’s used to not fitting in: into his family, his sports-crazed school, or his size 48 pants.
But not anymore. Andrew just met April, the new girl at school and the instant love of his life! He wants to find a way to win her over, but how? When O. Douglas, the heartthrob quarterback and high-school legend, saves him from getting beaten up by the school bully, Andrew sees his chance to get in with the football squad.
Is it possible to reinvent yourself in the middle of high school? Andrew is willing to try. But he’s going to have to make some changes. Fast.
Can a funny fat kid be friends with a football superstar? Can he win over the Girl of his Dreams? Can he find a way to get his mom and dad back together?
How far should you go to be the person you really want to be?
Andrew is about to find out.
Synopsis
Andrew Zansky is a seriously overweight teenager who doesn't fit in at school. This compelling novel follows Andy's trials, tribulations, and triumphs. As Andy inches towards adulthood, he comes to understand that feeling different doesn't make him weird or special; it makes him like everyone else.
About the Author
Allen Zadoff is a former theatrical director who now works as a writer, teacher, and magazine columnist. His first book for adults was published last summer: HUNGRY: Lessons Learned on the Journey from Fat to Thin. Allen says, "Allen Zadoff (that's me) is a writer who used to be fat. I spent my early years eating and dreaming of writing good stuff. Now I write a lot and don't eat nearly as much. I'm a graduate of Cornell University (renowned for its dining halls) and the Harvard University Institute for Advanced Theater Training (where I can tell you the food is not nearly as good)." You can visit him online at www.allenzadoff.com.