How to Lose a Popularity Contest

Overview

In the cutthroat world of high school, where social currency reigns supreme, one student dares to dismantle the very system that defines them. *How to Lose a Popularity Contest* (2026) plunges into the meticulously orchestrated, yet surprisingly fragile, landscape of adolescent fame. When a desperate bid for anonymity leads to an unexpected social experiment, alliances are tested, perceptions are shattered, and the true cost of fitting in—or standing out—is revealed with razor-sharp wit and a surprisingly tender heart. This is a story about the people we become when no one is watching, and the thrilling, terrifying possibility of choosing who we want to be.