My Green Style
by Lea Beddia
A teen decides to create upcycled clothing for a fashion show and expose the costs of fast fashion – and learns about effective activism
A passionate Montreal teen channels her love of fashion into environmental activism, challenging fast fashion ideals and navigating friendship tensions as she promotes sustainability through upcycled style.
About the Author
LEA BEDDIA is an author, storyteller and educator. She is also the author of the young adult novel Outta Here (2023). Born and raised in Montreal, she now teaches school in Joliette, Quebec, where she lives with her husband and three children.
Reviews
“…well-written and very realistic… Élise, as the protagonist, is a strong female character that shows the reader what resilient young people can do to stand up for themselves while planning for a successful future... I can’t say enough great things about this book. Highly recommended.”
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