The Perks of Being a Wallflower
By Stephen Chbosky
Hello reader friends! So, a book opportunity fell into my lap, and while I don't want to jinx any good health issues we're having with Luke, he actually made it to school and had three very good days in a row last week -- Wed, Thurs, and Friday -- (which actually also meant I showered three days in a row!) and now we're winding down Sunday night so I have the time and the motivation, and as I said, this awesome book opportunity fell into my lap and I want to share it with you.
Have you guys seen The Perks of Being a Wallflower or have you read the book? I've recently seen it and also read and loved the book many years ago. And the movie was written and directed by the author of the book, so it makes for an equally great movie! On Facebook the other day, a friend of mine, who happens to be a friend of the author, Stephen Chbosky, has spearheaded this 'get the word out' about the book and I loved the book, loved the movie and want to help spread the word too! So, if you haven't read it, seen it, now's your chance to learn more. It's like a classic read for kids in high school these days. I like to think of it as the The Catcher in the Rye of our generation! But WAY better!
Here is what the book blurb is:
Standing on the fringes of life offers a unique perspective. But there comes a time to see what it looks like from the dance floor. This haunting novel about the dilemma of passivity vs. passion marks the stunning debut of a provocative new voice in contemporary fiction: The Perks of Being a Wallflower.
This is the story of what it's like to grow up in high school. More intimate than a diary, Charlie's letters are singular and unique, hilarious and devastating. We may not know where he lives. We may not know to whom he is writing. All we know is the world he shares. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it puts him on a strange course through uncharted territory. The world of first dates and mixed tapes, family dramas and new friends. The world of sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show, when all one requires is that perfect song on that perfect drive to feel infinite.
Through Charlie, Stephen Chbosky has created a deeply affecting coming-of-age story, a powerful novel that will spirit you back to those wild and poignant roller coaster days known as growing up.
Here's the AWESOME movie trailer -- there were so many talented stars in it - Really, go see it!
Awesome Movie Trailer for Perks:
Also, FYI, the music is AMAZING in this movie. Every.Single.Song!
If you want to know more about the movie, here's a great interview with the author.
So, we all went to high school right? We all have stories from high school right? Share one that has stayed with you for a long while, one that you think about a lot, one that has shaped you into the person you are today. Here's mine, that is a little similar to being a wallflower -- Charlie went to his Homecoming alone. I never went to a Homecoming or a Prom.
I got asked to my junior year Homecoming by a guy. I bought a dress. I don't really think I liked him all that much. I was probably scared of going because I think he was bragging to me that he was going to drink and there were rumors that he might have been into smoking pot. The Thursday before the dance he came over to my house and I told him I didn't want to go to the dance with him. I had a beautiful sea-foam green dress and even matching green mascara to wear. I returned that dress.
What is your high school story to share? Tell it and you will be one of FIVE winners who will get a personally signed copy of THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER book.
YAY!
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XO to you all!
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