It's Our Prom (So Deal With It)

"It's Our Prom (So Deal With It)" is a humorous and heartfelt young adult novel told from two perspectives, following best friends Azure, Luke, and Radhika as they endeavor to create an inclusive, alternative prom for their high school. Faced with traditionalist opposition and their own tangled web of unrequited crushes, including Luke and Azure's secret feelings for Radhika, the trio learns about teamwork, perseverance, and self-acceptance. The book sensitively explores themes of friendship, identity, and the complexities of first love, offering representation for LGBTQIA+ youth through its characters' experiences with bisexuality and lesbian identity. It's a witty and insightful read for teens navigating social dynamics and personal discovery.

Told in two voices and filled with comical missed connections, It's Our Prom (So Deal With It) explores the ups and downs of planning an alternative prom -- while dealing with an unrequited crush on your best friend -- and shines with National Book Award finalist Juli Anne Peter's unmistakable wit and insight.