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The Secret Life of Prince Charming

by Deb Caletti

A thoughtful, funny, and layered teen novel by National Book Award Finalist Deb Caletti.

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“We should not give away a moment to anyone who does not deserve it.”

— Deb Caletti, amazon.com

Tagged: Worthy of a Moment

“Love is ease, love is comfort, love is support and respect. Love is not punishing or controlling. Love lets you grow and breathe.”

— Deb Caletti, amazon.com

Tagged: Love, Ease, Respect, support, H4D-8

“It starts so young, and I'm angry about that. The garbage we're taught. About love, about what's "romantic." Look at so many of the so-called romantic figures in books and movies. Do we ever stop and think how many of them would cause serious and drastic unhappiness after The End? Why are sick and d…”

— Deb Caletti, amazon.com

Tagged: Girl Power, Misogyny, Toxic Relationships, Toxic Love, Shitty Men

“You've got to have someone who loves your body. Who doesn't define you, but sees you. Who loves what he sees. Who you don't have to struggle to be good enough for.”

— Deb Caletti, amazon.com

Tagged: Body, Love, Approval

“We should not give away a moment to anyone who does not deserve it.”

— Deb Caletti, amazon.com

Tagged: Dating, Standards, Time

“Rejection, though--it could make the loss of someone you weren't even that crazy about feel gut wrenching and world ending.”

— Deb Caletti, amazon.com

Tagged: Dating, Heartbreak, Love

“This is what I know. Don't settle for 40, 50, or even 80 percent. A relationship, it shouldn't be too small or too tight or even a little scratchy. It shouldn't take up space in your closet out of guilty conscience or convenience or a moment of desire. Do you hear me? It should be perfect for you. I…”

— Deb Caletti, amazon.com

Tagged: Settling, Guilt, convenience, Standards