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Teen & Celebrity Quotes
"No one knows teens better than teens themselves. I was struck by the honesty of the writing in this work. This is a truly valuable book for every teenager. And for every parent."
Todd Strasser, author of The Wave and Help! I'm Trapped series
"It's hard to describe how good it feels when you realize that someone across the country is dealing with the exact same thing as you. Teen Ink does that for me."
Merrell Hambleton, age 14
"Teen Ink brings out the best in America's youth - they show a conscientiousness in their words and acute awareness of the obstacles they face from within and without. They speak unapologetic truths from their hearts."
Rev. Jesse Jackson, president of Rainbow PUSH
"Today's young people have so much to say to one another. I applaud Teen Ink for providing a forum for their voices."
Lois Lowry, author of The Giver
"Reading Teen Ink once will surely not be enough. Stories are sure to emerge as favorites that will dwell in the hearts of teens everywhere. Young minds still need to be heard; this is our forum."
Shana Hirst, age 17
"Just when you think we have reason to fear the future, pick up this book and see what the hopes, dreams, and courage of young people can do for the soul."
Bill Moyers, broadcast journalist
"I believe it is harder being a teen today than it was when I was a teenager. It is important to communicate effectively with your friends and fellow students ... and I want you to know how much I value what you are doing."
Hillary Rodham Clinton, First Lady
"Teen Ink is a companion. With its diverse selections and uplifting pictures, poems and stories, it has become a shoulder to cry on whenever I feel alone or misunderstood."
Jeanette Wheeler, age 16
"Teen Ink provides a great platform for serious teen writers to express their unique perspective."
Matt Diamond, founder and CEO, Alloy
"Teen Ink is important because it helps adults to see that all teens are not troublemaking slackers."
Elizabeth Fassl, age 15
"In our society, we spend a great deal of energy talking "about" and "at" teenagers. The voice that is often missing is that of the teenagers. This book offers a poignant selection of teen voices speaking for themselves. These eloquent writings offer insight into the challenges, losses and changes of teenagers' lives. Teen Ink can help us all gain a better understanding of young people."
Alvin F. Poussaint, MD , professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School and Judge Baker Children's Center
"Teen Ink is highly entertaining and perfect for the everyday teenager. It has a story for everyone."
Ruchir Thakore, age 13
"Warning - Teen Ink will expose you to the thoughts and feelings of real teens who are good, and sensitive, and intelligent, and brave and truthful. It is not for the faint of heart. Be prepared for reality literature from young writers that will make your heart sing."
Cathy Greenwood, English teacher
"Teen Ink is a teenager's guide to life filled with compelling stories that really get you in touch with teens."
Allegra Miele, age 13
"I've had the pleasure of working with Teen Ink for the past decade, and I can't think of anything that does a better job of confirming the power and promise of teen voices. We are producing some great kids in this country, and if you don't believe me, read Teen Ink. Our future is in very good hands."
Michael J. Dukakis, professor, Northeastern University, former Governor of Massachusetts and Presidential candidate
"The writings in Teen Ink are like the magnification of the souls of all teenagers who have raised their pens and spilled themselves onto paper."
Chau Thai, age 17
"Teen Ink is a forum for teens that the entire family can enjoy, learn from and use to communicate real emotions among themselves."
Chevy Chase, actor
"Teen Ink is like the Louvre Museum, it has a collection of wonderful masterpieces."
Eddie Liebmann, age 13
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