Christina Soontornvat – författare

A graphic novel about friendship, belonging and feelingcomfortable in your own skin!Trying out for middle school cheerleader means: performing inthe giant school gym, with the whole school watching, and riskingtotal humiliation. If Christina can make it through this, she canmake it through anything.As one of the only Asian American kids in her small Texas town,Christina just wants to fit in. Luckily, her bestfriend, Megan, who is Iranian American, can totally relate. Thetwo girls have always been inseparable and relish creating elaboratefantasy worlds together.But middle school is a reality-check, and suddenly popularityis way more important than playing pretend. When cheerleading tryoutsare announced, Christina and Megan literally jump at the chanceto join the squad.But does fitting in actually equal belonging? Will they survivethe terrifying tryouts? And most importantly, will their friendshipwithstand the pressures of heated competition and rivalry? Hilarious and heartfelt, The Tryout is ChristinaSoontornvat's personal story, sure to make you laugh, cry, andcheer!From two-time Newbery Honoree and Kirkus Prize winnerChristina Soontornvat, and stellar new talent, Joanna CacaoPerfect for fans of New Kid, Rollergirl, and RealFriends.