Quote by Francine Pascal

When I first thought of the idea for 'Sweet Valley High,' I loved the idea of high school as microcosm of the real world. And what I really liked was how it moved things on from 'Sleeping Beauty'-esque romance novels where the girl had to wait for the hero. This would be girl-driven, very different, I decided - and indeed it is.

When I first thought of the idea for 'Sweet Valley High,' I

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In this quote, the author reflects on their initial idea for the book series 'Sweet Valley High.' They were captivated by the concept of high school serving as a reflection of the real world, departing from traditional romance novels where the female protagonist would passively wait for a male hero. Instead, the focus would lie on the girls themselves, making it a distinctive and empowering narrative for young readers.

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