No Body's Perfect: Stories by Teens about Body Image, Self-Acceptance, and the Search for Identity [Paperback]

Kimberly Kirberger (Author)

Book Description

Series: No Body's Perfect | Publication Date: February 1, 2003

From the co-author of the best-selling CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE TEENAGE SOUL books comes a constructive and inspirational book designed to help girls learn to love themselves by first loving their bodies.

Kimberly Kirberger, co-author of the best-selling CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE TEENAGE SOUL books and a renowned expert on teen issues, addresses the topic of body image in LOVING YOUR BODY / LOVING YOURSELF. Many problems in girls' lives stem from a lack of self-esteem and self-love: eating disorders, depression, drug use, and more. Through powerful stories and poems from real teens, as well as personal tales and advice from the author, this book strives to help girls learn to accept, love, and appreciate their bodies--and, in turn, to love themselves.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 7 Up-A collection of stories, essays, and poetry written by both teenage girls and adult women who are dealing with body-image issues. The text looks at the idea of self- and body acceptance at a time when "thin is in." Many of the selections were written by survivors of eating disorders. These stories in particular give readers a sense of light at the end of the tunnel. Gently, and at times not so gently, Kirberger's collection coaxes readers to find answers for themselves through the experiences of other teenagers. Though no new ground is broken here, this book will give readers a valid forum to explore the topic.
Elaine Baran Black, Gwinnett County Public Library, Lawrenceville, GA
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks; 1 edition (February 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439426383
• ISBN-13: 978-0439426381
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #718,101 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Kimberly Kirberger is the coauthor of the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul series, Chicken Soup for the College Soul and Chicken Soup for the Parent's Soul, as well as author of the Teen Love series. Kimberly is also president of Inspiration And Motivation for Teens, Inc. (I.A.M. for Teens), an organization dedicated to supporting and helping teens, and she has recently formed Soup and Support for Teachers and Teens, a nonprofit organization that provides books and curriculum guidelines to teachers, therapists and rehabilitation centers.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a book for every girl, January 13, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: No Body's Perfect: Stories by Teens about Body Image, Self-Acceptance, and the Search for Identity (Paperback)

This a a very cool book.there are lots of good stories, some of them funny , some of them very sad and many I was able to relate to my life. I liked the way Kimberly introduces each chapter with a step for loving yourself. Stuff like; dont worry what others think, forgive yourself, go beyond your comfort zone etc. I thought it was all really good advice. I think anyone will love this book but especially the girls i know who struggle with who they are and how they look, including me.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful and very helpful, March 26, 2005

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Brooklyn Mueller (Green Bay, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: No Body's Perfect: Stories by Teens about Body Image, Self-Acceptance, and the Search for Identity (Paperback)

I will admit; I have been struggling with body image and "looks" for about as long as I can remember. This book by Kimberly Kirberger helps me to realize that no body is perfect, and that you need to embrace what you look like and have. If you can totally accept yourself the way you are, then you are on your way to success.

After reading this book, I came to realize, and "saw the light" so to speak, about body image, self acceptance, and the search for my identity. I definently think that this book was very helpful in helping me to overcome the "stereotype" that you have to be 105 pounds to be considered beautiful. Now I know that I am perfect in every aspect of my life, and I now love and accept who I am inside...and who I am inside is all that really matters.

I definently strongly encourage those girls who are currently struggling with self acceptance, body image, and the search of who they are, to read this book, and also fill out the Nobody's Perfect Journal as well. This book is very helpful, and insightful, and it will get you back on the right track in life, and make you realize that life isn't all about looks and popularity...rather, it is a journey to love and acccept yourself for who you are!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is an awsome book!, March 31, 2004

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"soccerplaya11" (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: No Body's Perfect: Stories by Teens about Body Image, Self-Acceptance, and the Search for Identity (Paperback)

This book tought me everything a girl sturgels with and how to fix the problems! Every one should buy this book. It shows you how to handle your problems without exploding over every little thing. There are so many stories about girls who have had problems that i face in life and i learn from them mistakes instead of making them again. This book is the best book i have ever read. It talks about everything... including the serch for you intersoul and inner bueaty... ( seeing whats on the inside that counts) this book it tottaly worth your money!