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Shy girl

By J. J. Bola

When the stage calls, can Shy Girl find the voice hidden inside her?

lyrical · gentle · heartfelt · encouraging

Genres

Feelings/Wellbeing Poetry/Verse

What is Shy girl about?

Shy Girl loves to sing, but the moment someone listens, her voice disappears. At school, she stays on the sidelines, worried that others might laugh. Then her teacher announces a talent show, giving Shy Girl a chance to share the music inside her. With encouragement and growing courage, she must decide whether to step onto the stage. Told in gentle, lyrical verse, this warm picture book follows her journey towards self-belief, self-expression and the joy of being heard.

About the author

J. J. Bola is a talented writer and poet who grew up in London. He loves telling stories that help people understand each other better. J. J. Bola is well known for his book 'No Place to Call Home', which explores the adventures of a young boy and his family as they start a new life in London.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2025

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