The Big Ask by Simon James Green
Alfie Parker has bagged the hottest date to prom … hasn’t he? A life-affirming teen romance from bestselling author Simon James Green. Harvey is popular, cool, plays football and has been in a relationship with his girlfriend Summer for as long as anyone can remember. Alfie is not popular, not cool, has a sick note so he doesn’t have to play any sport, and has been in a relationship with his Xbox since forever. So when Summer dramatically dumps Harvey just a few days before the school prom, no one is expecting Alfie to ask Harvey to be his date. Least of all Alfie. But sometimes amazing things can happen when you take a chance … Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 8."Delightfully funny, uplifting and sweetThe queer high school promposal drama I wish I'd had as a teen!" – Lauren James
"The Big Ask tells the hilariously heartwarming story of two boys and their foray into romance and bravery. Simon James Green possesses the unique ability to make his readers simultaneously swoon and laugh out loud all while tackling difficult subjects such as self-acceptance and bullying. Simon is one of my favourite contemporary fiction writers and his stories always remind me of why I love YA so much!” – Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
"Fizzes with joy, wit and hope" – Ian Eagleton
"I was unable to keep the cheesiest grin off my face reading The Big Ask. No one is doing it like Simon James Green! NO ONE! Hilarious, hopeful, sweet and romantic, I cannot rave enough about how much of a superstar Simon is. Full of Simon's trademark wit and hilarity, The Big Ask is utterly gorgeous! There's no other word for it!" – George Lester
"I loved this charming, funny and incredibly sweet read … Set in the run-up to prom night, it’s packed with Simon’s trademark wit, emotion and chaos!" – Lisa Williamson
"Funny, kind and hopeful … A Y11 or Y13 treat to encourage a break from studying? Or to support mental health in someone feeling anxious about the end of school celebrations? Schools – this is perfect to have in the library for all those kids who have a prom coming up…" – Next Page Books
"Perfect for Heartstopper fans … authentic and relatable for all readers … Joyful, sensitive and heartwarming, The Big Ask will give you the warm, fuzzy feelings of a first love without labels." – Check 'Em Out Books
Simon James Green is an award-winning author and screenwriter who has written over twelve books for children and young people, including Life of Riley: Beginner's Luck, which was shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award, Noah Can't Even, which was selected by WHSmith as one of the most important LGBT books of the last 50 years, and Gay Club!, which was nominated for the YOTO Carnegie Medal. He lives in London.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781800902428 |
| ISBN 10 | 1800902425 |
| Title | The Big Ask |
| Author | Simon James Green |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2024-06-06 |
| Number of pages | 120 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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