Kissing Tennessee and Other Stories from the Stardust Dance

On the night of Dogwood Junior High's Stardust Dance, a handful of eighth-graders share personal tales of young love, heartache, and the moments that have shaped them leading up to this event. The collection features stories like the title tale of a boy named Tennessee, who hopes his first kiss will happen at the dance, alongside classmates navigating first crushes, awkward moments, and unrequited feelings. Through these interwoven narratives, the book explores how a single school dance can become a pivotal moment in the lives of its young participants.