Aimee C. Trafton reads from The Misfit Crew

Author Aimee C. Trafton reads from her short novel, The Misfit Crew, published by The Shortish Project.

Life isn't about fitting in. It's about finding the people who are willing to stand out with you...

In The Misfit Crew, sixteen-year-old Bay's life is slowly unravelling. Already dealing with a debilitating anxiety disorder and a shameful secret, her world is further turned upside down after the sudden death of her mother. Not quite ready to let go, Bay continues sending emails to her dead mother. Her father moves her and her twin brother Ronin to small-town Woodgrove, hoping to make a fresh start. She meets Evie and Xander, fellow misfits who help restore her belief that deep, meaningful friendships do exist, even if you are on the outside. But her friendship with Xander is put to the test when romantic feelings come into play. After her anxiety disorder turns life threatening, Bay discovers that you can never really escape your old life, and that problems will follow you wherever you go - especially when you don't ask for help.

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