Do I Need a Boyfriend

Monica and April used to be inseparable — until April got a boyfriend. Now, Monica feels left out, confused, and pressured to grow up faster than she’s ready for. As April’s world starts to revolve around her new relationship, Monica wonders: Is having a boyfriend really what makes someone happy?Written and illustrated by Jessica Arnold when she was just twelve, Do I Need a Boyfriend offers an honest, heartfelt look at the emotional roller coaster of middle school friendships and the pressure young girls face to fit in. Through Monica’s voice, listeners are reminded that it’s okay to grow at your own pace — and that real friendship means being true to yourself.A perfect listen for tweens navigating change, identity, and the early questions of adolescence.