Author(s): Fiona (ed) Scott-Norman

Self Development

For the one in four Australian kids affected by bullying, the so-called 'best days of your life' can feel more like Guantanamo Bay for Teens. In DON'T PEAK AT HIGH SCHOOL, Australia's most talented, successful and popular stars reveal how they overcame bullying to reach great heights. Read how singing sensation Megan Washington felt like an ugly duckling and wanted to be liked too much; comedian Tim Ferguson was propelled by always being the new kid; while author Benjamin Law wasn't sure which caused more trouble - being gay, slight, smart-arsed or Asian. A host of celebrities including Charlie Pickering, Bindi Cole, Eddie Perfect, Adam Boland, Judith Lucy, Sammy J, Kate Miller-Heidke, Tom Ballard (with more to be confirmed) shine light into the dark basements of their past to inspire and reassure teenagers while providing precious insight for parents and teachers.