num_pages: 272
description: 'Thoughtful and powerful' - The New York Times Book ReviewFrom beloved author Alyson Gerber comes another realistic contemporary novel perfect for fans of Judy Blume. Sarah loves basketball more than anything. Crushing it on the court makes her feel like she matters. And its the only thing that helps her ignore how much it hurts when her mom forgets to feed her.But lately Sarah cant even play basketball right. Shes slower now and missing shots she should be able to make. Her body doesnt feel like its her own anymore. Shes worried that changing herself back to how she used to be is the only way she can take control over whats happening.When Sarahs crush asks her to be partners in a cooking competition she feels pulled in a million directions. Shell have to dig deep to stand up for what she needs at home be honest with her best friends and accept that she doesnt need to change to feel good about herself.
language: English
title: Taking Up Space
publisher: Scholastic Press