Always Smile
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Always Smile ⋆
Always Smile: Carley Allison’s Secrets for Laughing, Loving and Living (2019)
The true story of a teen athlete and singer whose courage and joy inspired millions.
Always Smile is a nonfiction YA biography about Carley Allison — an elite figure skater, musician, and YouTube creator who faced a rare cancer diagnosis with extraordinary optimism, humour, and heart. Written with the support of her family and friends, the book shares Carley’s story in her own words and theirs, offering a portrait of a young woman determined to live brightly, love deeply, and never stop smiling. A book about resilience, legacy, and the spark one person can leave behind.
Praise for Always Smile
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“A powerful and deeply moving tribute.”
— School Library Journal
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“Carley’s voice shines through every page.”
— Canadian Children’s Book News
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“A life-affirming story that will stay with readers.”
— CM: Canadian Review of Materials
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“A memorable, hopeful, and beautifully told biography for teens.”
— YA Books Central
Awards
Starred reviews and national media coverage
Selected for classroom and cancer-awareness reading programs
Endorsed by Carley’s family and The Carley’s Angels Foundation
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