About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is retreating into digital worlds to cope with a difficult transition at home or school. Gamer Girl follows Maddy, a teenage artist navigating the emotional fallout of her parents' divorce and the isolation of being the new kid in a small town. To cope, she adopts a magical persona in an online fantasy game where she finds the confidence and romantic connection she lacks in real life. This story validates the desire for escapism while gently guiding readers toward finding that same courage in their offline lives. It is a relatable, secular look at identity and self-esteem that honors the importance of digital subcultures and creative expression for modern teens.
