Geek Girl Books By Holly Smale: Inspiring Tales of Adventure, Intelligence, and Empowerment
Introducing the captivating world of Geek Girl Books by Holly Smale – a series that celebrates the extraordinary power of being true to oneself. In this meticulously crafted collection, Smale takes readers on an exhilarating journey filled with adventure, intelligence, and empowerment. With her distinctive storytelling style, she has created a series that not only entertains but also inspires teen and YA readers to embrace their uniqueness and follow their dreams.
With a total of six books in this collection, the Geek Girl series revolves around the life of Harriet Manners, an endearing and socially awkward teenager with an extraordinary passion for knowledge and a knack for finding herself in unconventional situations. From the bustling streets of London to glamorous fashion events and even globetrotting escapades, Harriet's world is an enchanting blend of wit, charm, and unexpected twists.
Titles in This Set:
Picture Perfect
Model Misfit
Geek Girl
All That Glitters
Head Over Heels
Forever Geek
The first book, Geek Girl, introduces us to Harriet, a self-proclaimed geek who loves facts and has a talent for unintentionally embarrassing herself. As she navigates the treacherous waters of school life, Harriet gets discovered by a modelling agency and embarks on a wild and often hilarious journey through the fashion world. Along the way, she learns important life lessons about friendship, self-acceptance, and the true meaning of success.
In subsequent books like Geek Girl: Model Misfit and Geek Girl: Picture Perfect, Harriet's adventures continue to unfold. Whether she's battling diva models, attending prestigious fashion events, or solving mysteries, readers are drawn into an engaging narrative that effortlessly combines laughter, heartwarming moments, and thought-provoking themes.
One of the most remarkable aspects of the Geek Girl series is Smale's ability to create relatable and multidimensional characters. Harriet is a refreshing protagonist who defies stereotypes and challenges societal norms. As readers witness her growth, they are reminded that being true to oneself is a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal development.
Description from the Publisher:
Picture Perfect
"My name is Harriet Manners, and I ll always be a geek. It is the hilarious third book in the bestselling award-winning GEEK GIRL series! Now in paperback. Harriet Manners knows more facts than most. She knows that New York is the most populous city in the United States. She knows that its official motto is Ever Upward. She knows that one in thirty-eight people living in the US lives there. But she knows nothing whatsoever about modelling in the Big Apple and how her family will cope with life stateside. Or becoming a brand as the models in New York say. And even more importantly, what to do when the big romantic gestures aren't coming your way from your boyfriend? Does geek girl go too far this time? The laugh out loud follow-up to award-winning debut GEEK GIRL and MODEL MISFIT will have you in stitches!
Model Misfit
My name is Harriet Manners, and I am still a geek. MODEL MISFIT is the sequel to award-winning No. 1 UK debut GEEK GIRL. Harriet Manners knows a lot of facts. She knows that humans have 70,000 thoughts per day. She knows that Geek + Model = a whole new set of graffiti on your belongings. And that the average person eats a ton of food a year, though her pregnant stepmother is doing her best to beat this. But Harriet doesn't know where she's going to fit in once the new baby arrives. And with her summer plans ruined, modelling in Japan seems the perfect chance to get away.
Geek Girl
My name is Harriet Manners, and I am a geek. Harriet Manners knows that a cat has 32 muscles in each ear, a "jiffy lasts 1/100th of a second, and the average person laughs 15 times per day. She knows that bats always turn left when exiting a cave and that peanuts are one of the ingredients of dynamite. But she doesn't know why nobody at school seems to like her. So when Harriet is spotted by a top model agent, she grabs the chance to reinvent herself. Even if it means stealing her best friend's dream, incurring the wrath of her arch enemy Alexa, and repeatedly humiliating herself in front of impossibly handsome model Nick.
All That Glitters
My name is Harriet Manners, and I have always been a geek. The fourth book in the award-winning GEEK GIRL series. Harriet Manners knows many things. She knows that toilet roll was invented by the Chinese in 600 AD. She knows that a comets tail always points away from the sun. And she knows that the average healthy heart beats 70 times per minute. Even when its broken. But she knows nothing about making new friends at Sixth Form. Or why even her old friends seem to be avoiding her. And she knows even less about being a glittering supermodel success. Which she now is " apparently. Has Harriets time to shine like a star finally arrived, or is she about to crash and burn?
Head Over Heels
My name is Harriet Manners, and I will always be a geek. The fifth book in the bestselling, award-winning GEEK GIRL series. Harriet Manners knows almost every fact there is. She knows duck-billed platypuses don't have stomachs. She knows that fourteen squirrels were once detained as spies. She knows that both chess and snakes and ladders were invented in the same country. And for once, Harriet knows exactly how her life should go. She's got it ALL planned out. So her friends seem less than happy, Harriet is determined to Make Things Happen! If only everyone else would stick to the script
Forever Geek
My name is Harriet Manners and I’ll be a geek forever… The FINAL book in the bestselling, award-winning GEEK GIRL series is here! Harriet Manners knows almost every fact there is. Modelling isn’t a sure-fire route to popularity. Neither is making endless lists. The people you love don’t expect you to transform into someone else Statistically you are more likely to not meet your Australian ex-boyfriend in Australia than bump into him there. So on the trip of a lifetime Down Under Harriet’s to-do lists are gone and it’s Nat’s time to shine!