Friedman, Aimee. A Novel Idea.(Brief Article)(Young Adult Review)(Book Review)

FRIEDMAN, Aimee. A Novel Idea. 234p. S & S/Pulse. 2006. pap. $5.99. ISBN 1-4169-0785-8. LC 2005928862.

Gr 7-11--When Norah's guidance counselor informs her that she needs more extracurriculars to strengthen her college resume, she starts a book club at a local independent bookstore. Along with her two best friends, several interesting high school students from different backgrounds join the group, and Norah becomes attracted to James. From that point on, her focus is less on literature and more on how to grab his attention. Taking cues from her favorite romance writer, she sets up various scenarios that inevitably go awry. For example, she writes herself a love …