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Description
This book contains twenty-one stories of proms by a variety of authors, including Cecily von Ziegesar, Melissa de la Cruz, Jodi Lynn Anderson, Billy Merrell, and others. The coeditor is Daniel Ehrenhaft. The plot contains sexual situations.
Quick Summary
If you've ever wanted to see prom night through a dozen different lenses, this anthology does it in spades. The mix of voices from authors like Cecily von Ziegesar and Melissa de la Cruz means you get everything from laugh-out-loud mishaps to surprisingly tender moments about first love, identity, and the pressure of a perfect night. It's perfect for teens who love short, punchy stories and for anyone who's ever dreaded (or dreamed about) the big dance. Parents should know the book includes some sexual situations, though they're portrayed in a typical teen-drama context rather than being explicit, so it's best suited for older high-schoolers. Each story feels like a quick snapshot of a different teen's prom, whether they're dealing with a surprise date, a wardrobe malfunction, or the nerves of asking someone out for the first time. If you liked the quick, varied stories in "The Best Teenage Short Stories" or the prom-themed vibe of "The Prom" musical, you'll probably enjoy this too.