Those last three books

Book 67: Dancing Queen by Thalia Kalkipsakis

"Weeeeeeeelcome, Charlie!" Rosie, the dance teacher, yelled above the music. As she clapped her hands, her nail polish glittered. "Just find a spot at the barre."

( Apparently, ballet just isn't *cool* )

Book 68: Make Friends With Jade/Amy by Ann Bryant

Jade's spirits sank down to her socks because if she told the truth about what she was doing at the weekend, some people might think she was showing off. Being a show off was as bad as being a teacher's pet.

( Now read up children, and learn your lesson )

Book 69: Amy Peppercorn: Beyond the Stars by John Brindley

"France!" Ray Ray had yapped at my dad. "France first. Then after, the states. France, the States!."
My dad had turned to my mum, "Did you hear that?" he said, as if she'd suddenly become extremely hard of hearing, 'France! America!"

( Sir. Please step away from the drugs when writing a children's book. )