"In this revealing exploration of the world of adolescent girls, teenagers share their thoughts on important issues in their lives, including relationships, bodies, families, school, sex, prejudice, and independence. Joyful, poignant and powerful accounts include short poems, heartfelt stories and diary extracts that explore friendships; obstacles and discrimination; the complexities of family life and the quest for independence; and girls' struggles to understand their sexuality, achieve their dreams and be accepted. Also included are contributions relating to sports, religion, spirituality, feminism, cultural diversity, role models, and activism."