Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen

A Star in the Spotlight

When fourteen-year-old Lola Cep arrives at suburban Millbrook High, she’s convinced she was born to dazzle. Armed with sky-high heels, glittering diaries, and an unshakeable belief in her own stardom, Lola transforms the school hallways into her personal stage. But fame can be fickle: when she’s challenged by the poised newcomer Carla Santini—Millbrook’s reigning princess of popularity—Lola’s dreams of leading the school musical teeter on the edge of collapse. As posters go missing, rumors swirl, and every hallway conversation becomes front-page gossip, Lola must summon every ounce of drama, flair, and audacity to claim her spotlight.

Chaos at Rehearsal

With opening night looming, rehearsals spiral into a whirlwind of costume malfunctions, forgotten lines, and impromptu dance battles. Lola’s best friend, the ever-patient Ella, tries to keep the peace, while the beleaguered drama teacher scrambles to remind everyone of their cues. When Carla’s subtle sabotage threatens to upend the entire production, Lola faces her greatest challenge: can she outshine a rival who seems to know all her moves before they even happen? Between secret strategy sessions in the janitor’s closet and heart-to-heart pep talks under the stage lights, Lola learns that true showmanship demands more than bravado—it requires courage, friendship, and the willingness to embrace every imperfection.

Finding the Real Melody

On the night of the big performance, the auditorium buzzes with anticipation and the scent of popcorn. As Lola steps into the limelight, her heart pounds—not with fear, but with exhilaration. In a dazzling finale filled with laughter, missteps, and triumphant high notes, she discovers that the greatest applause comes not from outshining everyone else, but from shining alongside those who believe in you. Millbrook High will never be the same, and neither will Lola’s understanding of what it means to be a true drama queen.

Author’s Encore

. Dyan Sheldon is an American novelist celebrated for her witty, empathetic stories of adolescence. With a gift for capturing the raw intensity of teenage feelings, she brings humor and heart to every tale, reminding readers that growing up is the greatest drama of all.