My Real-Life Rom-Com: How to Build Confidence and Write Your Own Relationship Rules - Paperback
by Carrie Berk (Author)
A guide through the ups and downs of teen love, intimacy, and coming of age in a social media-infused world.
Navigating dating as a teen is tough. My Real-Life Rom-Com tells it like it is. Written by twenty-year-old TikTok star and journalist Carrie Berk, this book is a resource you can turn to for any and all questions and concerns about coming-of-age love and heartbreak. Carrie shares her dating adventures (and misadventures) to help you discover more about yourself and the relationship you deserve. How do you meet someone in a post-pandemic world? Are dating apps a good idea? When do you know if you're really ready for sex? My Real-Life Rom-Com is filled with helpful information on everything from first kisses to devastating breakups. What if you develop a crush on your best friend's ex? Or you're catching feelings for an older guy? Carrie has been there, done that. This book is packed with humor and advice that takes the edge off uncomfortable conversations. Prepare to laugh at dozens of dating disasters experienced during middle and high school. Like the date who had a fly stuck in his tooth. Or the guy who had his mommy send a breakup text. Through Carrie's unflinchingly honest stories, you'll learn how to get over your first breakup; understand the art of the "situationship;" make smart, not impulsive decisions; and ultimately love yourself before loving someone else. Ready to build your own real-life rom-com? Start here! Be sure to follow Carrie on Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, YouTube, and Snapchat: @carrieberkkTwenty-year-old Carrie Berk already has a life's worth of accomplishments under her belt. It's no wonder Bella Magazine declared her "an ambitious and dedicated boss babe," and The Wall Street Journal dubbed her "a community-minded young creator."
She is a verified content creator across several social media channels including TikTok (3.9M+ followers; 117M+ likes), Instagram (950K+ followers), Snapchat (105K+followers), YouTube (100K+ followers) and Pinterest (227K+ followers; 10M monthly views), with a monthly engagement of more than 100M. A journalism major in college, Carrie is currently a reporter/contributing writer for HuffPost, Newsweek.com, The Daily Dot and others, on topics ranging from beauty and style to celebrity and sports. She has served as an on-camera correspondent for TigerBeat and Girls' Life, covering red carpet arrivals and interviewing celebs at the Radio Disney Music Awards, New York Fashion Week, and the Teen Choice Awards. She has contributed to Seventeen Magazine and Girls' Life's print and digital channels. She has acted on two Brat TV series, Stage Fright (as Karina) and Crown Lake (as the voice of Heather). She is a bestselling children's book author with twenty-one books to her credit. She penned her first book, Peace, Love and Cupcakes, in 2012. The Cupcake Club series went on to publish twelve books (selling 300,000+ copies worldwide), and became an award-winning Off-Broadway show and featured selection in 2017's New York Musical Festival. Her second book, Fashion Academy, stems from her passion for fashion. The six-book series also became an Off-Broadway production at Vital Theatre and is currently licensed worldwide by Concord Music Publishing. Finally Ask Emma (a three-book series for Bonnier) was based on Carrie's firsthand experience as a teen blogger and her dedication to being a role model for positive posting. She is a dedicated anti-bullying activist and an advocate for mental health awareness, especially for teens and women. An avid runner, she ran the New York City Marathon in November, 2022.At the heart of every product lies a unique story, driven by our passion for quality and innovation. Each item enhances your everyday life and sparks joy.