How to Make Friends and Go Viral by Accident

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$14.99
SKU:
9781761113109
Author:
Y.K. Willemse
Release Date:
February 2026
Reading Age:
9+ years
Interest Age:
12+ years
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Product Overview

Welcome to Hayden Connor’s nightmare!

His parents think he’s struggling to ‘put himself out there’, so they sign him up for singing lessons to help him find his voice.

But a 13-year-old boy singing?
His parents have just butchered his social life!

To his surprise, he actually enjoys it. He is even talking to others more. Is he making some friends after all? Not according to Ben and Sam, who laugh about the whole thing.

The singing teacher wants Hayden to perform in the end-of-year recital. Hayden is horrified, especially if Ben and Sam are going to livestream it. That would be the worst thing that could happen, right?

 

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Praise for How to Make Friends and Go Viral by Accident:

"Reluctant readers aged 9 and up will find this novella engaging thanks to its authentic schoolyard setting and a protagonist who grapples with everyday fears they may recognise, such as fitting in, standing up to bullies, and finding confidence in their own voice." – Brenton Cullen, Books+Publishing

 

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  • 5
    Lessons for life

    Posted by Russell Proctor on 30th Jan 2026

    This book is both a fun read and full of life lessons about self-confidence, friendship, and facing challenges. Our hapless hero makes important decisions that will resonate with a lot of readers. Willemse has done well again, writing from the standpoint of an expert in the subject matter. She combines humour and knowledge to produce a story that will encourage anyone asking if they've got what it takes to "have a go."