And So What? Paperback – Large Print, March 16, 2026

What if the things that make us different are actually our greatest gifts?Alexa is a teenager who worries too much about what others think of her. When she is forced to wear braces, she becomes terrified that everyone at school will laugh at her. Angry and embarrassed, she hides in her room—until her wise grandfather Erick offers her something unexpected: four mysterious gifts.But there is a condition.To receive them, Alexa must first solve four riddles hidden inside four magical stories. Each story introduces her to a different child facing challenges of their own—learning to accept hearing aids, glasses, physical differences, family struggles, and the courage to be proud of who they are.As Alexa follows the clues and discovers the answers, she begins to understand a powerful truth: the things we feel ashamed of may actually be the very things that make us unique.Filled with imagination, riddles, mermaids, angels, and heartfelt moments, “And So What?” is a touching story about self-acceptance, empathy, friendship, and the beauty of being different.A meaningful and inspiring read for young readers navigating confidence, identity, and the courage to say:“So what?” Read more