“Miss New Mexico stared, dumbfounded. "Stand out? Stand out? I have a freaking tray stuck in my forehead!" She broke into fresh sobs. Taylor clapped for attention. "Miss New Mexico, let's not get all down in the bummer basement where the creepy things live. There are people in heathen China who don't even have airline trays. We have a lot to be grateful for.”
In this satirical novel, the reader is taken into the world of beauty queens and the intense competition that comes with participating in a beauty pageant. The story delves into the lives of the contestants, their motivations, and the absurdities of the pageant process. The novel uses humor to shed light on the pressures and expectations placed on these young women, offering a critical perspective on the beauty pageant industry. more
Libba Bray is an American author known for her fantasy and young adult literature. Born on March 11, 1964, she graduated from the College of William & Mary. Bray's works often explore complex relationships and deep emotions, making her a favorite among readers. more
“I have never left this realm, but my feet have walked in many lands.”
“If you're always following the crowd, you will never truly know who you are. Walk your own path.”
“Negativity is fear made visible.”
“The flesh is as weak as its wearer, and its wearer as weak as their dreams.”
“We are Adepta Sororitas. We look to the heart for purity, not upon the face.”