"Not Starring Zadie Louise" follows the story of Zadie, a young girl navigating the complexities of her teenage years while struggling with her dreams of becoming an actress. In a world that often overlooks her unique talent, Zadie battles self-doubt and the pressures of fitting in. As she juggles friendships, family expectations, and auditions, she ultimately discovers the importance of self-acceptance and finding her own voice. Through humor and heartfelt moments, the narrative explores themes of identity, ambition, and the power of resilience. Zadie learns that her story is just as important as anyone else's, even if it doesn't fit the typical mold. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

This book was published in 2022 by Dreamscape Media .

Joy McCullough writes books and plays from her home in the Seattle area, where she lives with her family. She studied theater at Northwestern University, fell in love with her husband atop a Guatemalan volcano, and now spends her days surrounded by books and kids and chocolate. Her debut novel, Blood Water Paint, was longlisted for National Book Award and was a finalist for the William C. Morris Debut Award . www. joymccullough. com