And in high school, people are always watching so there's always a reason to pose.

A lot of authors see their book being banned or challenged as a badge of honor. But for me, it's nothing but frustrating and upsetting. I hear from readers that my work encouraged them to ask for help or reach out to someone about the situation they're in. When you hear stories like that on a daily basis and then hear adults call for your work to be banned, it's proof of why the stigma around these issues is so dangerous.

Because it may seem like a small role now, but it matters. In the end, everything matters.

Why would anyone say this stuff about themselves on the Internet? It's crazy!

I want to look back. To look over my shoulder and see the Stop sign with huge reflective letters, pleading with Hannah. Stop!

That is all that happened. Why did you hear something else?

I’m sorry.” Once again, those were the words. And now, anytime someone says I’m sorry, I’m going to think of her.