Kate in Waiting [Paperback]

From #1New York Timesbestselling author and rom-com queen Becky Albertalli comes a buoyant new novel about daring to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight in love, life, and, yes, theater.

Contrary to popular belief, best friends Kate Garfield and Anderson Walker arenotcodependent. Carpooling to and from theater rehearsals? Environmentally sound and efficient. Consulting each other on every single life decision? Basic good judgment. Pining for the same guys from afar? Shared crushes are more fun anyway.

But when Kate and Andy's latest long-distance crush shows upat their school, everything goes off-script. Matt Olsson is talented and sweet, and Kate likes him. Shereallylikes him. The only problem? So does Anderson.

Turns out, communal crushes aren't so fun when real feelings are involved. This one might even bring the curtains down on Kate and Anderson's friendship.

• A Hilarious Romantic Comedy:She likes him. Her best friend likes him, too. What happens when a shared crush gets a little too real in the halls of Roswell Hill High?
• Perfect for Theater Kids:A coming of age story packed with inside jokes, backstage drama, and the chaotic energy of putting on the school musical.
• Heartfelt LGBTQ+ Storyline:Features a sweet, funny, and touching queer romance that will have you rooting for everyone to find their happy ending.
• Codependent Best Friends:Kate and Anderson share everything—carpools, life decisions, and crushes. But this time, their unbreakable bond might be the first thing to break.

“The racially diverse cast (Anderson is Black; Kate is white) is likewise inclusive of gender and sexuality, ultimately underscoring the story’s ideal that love is love is love, especially when that love is friendship.” -Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books

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