Diary of a Brilliant Kid

Life, the Universe and Awesomeness

Diary of a Brilliant Kid is the "tweenager's" atlas for navigating life. This interactive collection of stories, quotes, theories and yes, science, guides you through the difficult years between ages 8 and 12 to help you make sense of yourself and the world around you. Everything is changing! And that's okay! It's actually more than okay — it's exciting. These changes are the opening salvo of your gradual transition into "grownup," and it's the perfect time to define who you are, how you think and how you choose to face the world. Is it a lot? Yes. But this book can help you sort things out and come out the other side shining.

The journal format gives away the plot; Spoiler Alert: the Brilliant Kid is you. No matter how you feel, no matter what's happening in your head right now, you are not broken. You are a unique collection of talents and dreams and wants and surprises, and you have an entire lifetime ahead of you — aren't you curious to discover just how awesome life can be? This book takes you inside your own head, out into the world and everywhere your dreams may take you.

• Learn how to make the kinds of choices that make you feel alive
• Conquer the three R's of happiness: relationships, relationships and relationships
• Get a handle on today, tomorrow and what comes next
• Bounce back from the tough stuff, and discover the seven words that will change your life

There's a lot to learn, but one lesson is clear: never be afraid to shine. Stand up, stand out and be spectacular — whatever that means to you. Diary of a Brilliant Kid gives you the map and compass so you can start your own journey today.

Diary of a Brilliant Kid

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"A fantastic book. A great book if you've got somebody who's a tweenager." (BBC Radio Humberside, 'Sally in the Afternoon')

"It is obvious the authors of this book had an amazing time creating it and we think a lot of children will have just as much fun discovering how to be awesome." (Parenting Without Tears)

"A fantastic book."
—Scott Makin, BBC Tees

"This is a wonderful book to share; as a parent with your children, and at a time when many teachers are struggling with motivating and inspiring young people within a narrow and restrictive curriculum this book is upbeat, positive and inspiring, like a burst of sunshine, it should be a set book for all! Highly Recommended!" (Hot Brands Cool Places)

From the multi-layered cupcake consisting of Andy Cope (Doctor of Happiness), Gavin Oattes (stand-up comedian), Will Hussey (an actual real teacher) and Amy Bradley (best illustrator evs) – this is your recipe book for having your cake and scoffing it. Diary of a Brilliant Kid works up your appetite to enjoy and savour every last dollop of whatever life serves you. As well as putting-the cherry-on top, it inspires you to:

This is a diary with a difference. More of a do-ary. Scribble in it, dribble on it, nibble it when you're peckish. Read, enjoy, learn, laugh but most of all DO. Because your future's so bright you're gonna need shades!

This book is an instruction manual for life. It tells you how to be epic so grab a hot choc, make your bum comfy and read on. It's even got pictures!

It's time to shine…

• Think big, sparkle brightly and be your absolute best
• Be a mover, shaker and relationship maker
• Be a flamingo in a flock of pigeons
• Feel the fear and do it anyway
• Embrace the magnificent seven words that will change your life (yes, really!)

#FACT: The average person lives for 4000 weeks. Life's short. It's a gift. Let's not send it back unwrapped.