Dangerous Influence

Acclaimed author Sally Nicholls delivers a gripping and thought-provoking portrayal of the complex dynamics of influencer culture and the dangers of 'sharenting'.

Ever since she was little, Anna and her sister Josie have been the main feature of her mum’s vlogs and social media posts, which have documented every moment of their lives, from family dinners to temper tantrums. While Josie seems to enjoy the attention, Anna has always felt uncomfortable with her entire life being laid bare online.

But then it becomes clear that Josie is being stalked by one of her followers, and both girls decide that enough is enough. They refuse to allow their mum to film them any more, but will she finally take them seriously when her entire livelihood depends on Anna and Josie being content for her followers?

Reviews

"Anna's voice and character are so compelling. I got strong Jacqueline Wilson vibes off the writing (which is about as high a compliment as I can pay!). Basically, I loved it and was totally absorbed as I read. I've often thought about the impact on children of being posted on their parents' Insta accounts and Sally took that one step further into influencer territory and addressed some really huge and relevant concerns – all through a brilliant and powerful story." — Sophie McKenzie

"I know that this publisher is really good at publishing stories about some of the more complicated or isolating experiences kids can go through with a great deal of understanding … I think this was a really well written and understanding book that gave credence to the struggles of growing up in the public eye … A very timely story that I hope gets read by the kids that need it." — NetGalley review

About the author

Sally Nicholls is a highly acclaimed writer for children, best known for her sensitive portrayal of difficult subjects for a younger age group. Her debut novel, Ways to Live Forever, won the Waterstone’s Children’s Book Prize and was made into a film. Her books have been translated into over 20 languages and her YA novel about the suffrage movement, Things a Bright Girl Can Do was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal.