This is such a fun little companion piece to the Heartstopper collection. Sometimes these extra books can feel like “how much money can we milk out of this franchise,” but not so here! I got to know Alice Oseman better and learn how Heartstopper came to be. It’s a great reminder for anyone creative that “success” doesn’t happen overnight, and your style is allowed to change over time. Everyone is a beginner at some point! The focus on all the characters is of course so fun, because they’re all so intensely lovable! I loved how each character got a song. I need to make a playlist, because they’re all so good!