INDIE SPOT
Tanned, Toned and Totally Faking It, the debut novel from the Calgary-based Whitney Boyd, is about a girl coming to grips with her fame. The synopsis says: "Mikayla: Cute Canadian college girl turned world-famous, super-sexy pop-star practically overnight. And still figuring out if she belongs in this celebrity wonderland. Jordan: The only genuine guy in all of LA. Law student, and extremely attractive. Also happens to hate the Hollywood celebrity scene. Matt: Stupid, lying, money-loving ex-boyfriend trying to get back into Mikayla's life and ruin every hope she has with Jordan. Kurt: Personal trainer, confidant and only true friend Mikayla has in her new life. Questionable fashion sense included. Cheryl: Completely psychotic manager. The next three months? Happily ever after with Jordan. Or social and career ruin with no hope of ever finding true love..."