"From the first page, "Queen of the Nerds" grabbed my attention and wouldn't let go. Brandi's story of trying to find her place in the too-often cruel high school environment is poignant and relatable. The anguish of her sexual assault and subsequent verbal and mental assault by her peers and the continued torment by her attacker is painful to read, but very real and so important. Her courage and almost unwavering cheerfulness bring a message of hope and healing in such a difficult circumstance. Everyone who reads this book will come away with a deeper compassion for assault victims and hopefully a deeper sense of the need to just be kind."

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Jennifer Shaw Wolf, author of Breaking Beautiful

 

"Authentic, compelling, and ultimately hopeful, “Queen of the Nerds” is a beautifully told account of what happens when we’re too trusting, too focused on what everyone else thinks instead of what WE think. Everyone can learn a lesson from Brandi."

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Patty Blount, award-winning author of Someone I Used to Know​

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"The author's ability to bring Brandi's story to life in a way that is both painful and vital for readers to understand is truly impressive. By tackling such sensitive and significant issues, the book encourages empathy and kindness while shedding light on the incredible strength required to heal, move forward, and live a positive lifestyle."

Sharon Braxton, author of Crying Shame

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"...this solid YA memoir that reads like a novel..."

Society for Children's Book Writers and Illustrators

          

“I believe that everything happens for a reason and is somehow part of a bigger plan. Writing our stories and letting the world know the time for change has come is the start of a movement.”

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Jennifer Wheatley-Wolf, author of One Voice Raised, A Triumph Over Rape

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"It is a very brave story, and as a high school student myself, it really resonated with me, even as a male. I think it can resonate with everyone in a way, dealing with high school, because everyone has been there. I really felt like I was watching the book in my head like a movie. I couldn't put this page-turner down because I felt like I knew the person I was reading about, and the way thoughts were laid out was so intriguing."

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Gabriel, 18-year-old high school senior, Texas

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"A powerful book on surviving sexual assault and bullying."
 

Christina Hoag, award-winning writer of Girl on the Brink

 

“I had the privilege to hear Ms. Fey read a chapter from her stunning memoir at a writer’s salon in Los Angeles. She stopped the packed house with her words—true stories from her life that were simultaneously razor-sharp witty and heartbreaking. This is a special person and a unique writer. I’m looking forward to hearing her audiobook!”

 

Todd Klick, Bestselling author of Something Startling Happens: The 120 Story Beats Every Writer Needs To Know

 

“This memoir is an incredible, powerful, and courageous story of a young girl who survives a tragic event in her childhood, but regardless, goes on to live her life and pursue her dreams with strength, courage, and conviction. Sadly, all too often the abuse of power happens to the young and the innocent, but in this case it's both moving and inspiring to read of a brave young woman who survives the ordeal. On the brighter side, despite the heartbreaking and harrowing events, the memoir will make you laugh more than you would expect. But most of all it will inspire you to live your life without fear.”  

 

Sean McConville, writer and film producer, U. K.