Self-help book junky Maddie Hickman is on a quest for self-understanding as she makes her way through high school. Unfortunately, her alcoholic sister and Bad Boy ex-boyfriend hijack the journey and break her heart. As she tries to put the pieces back together, she finds herself facing a terrible tragedy, torn friendships, and family secrets. Through it all, her Bubbie’s words of wisdom and her trusted journal prove to be all the self-help she really needs.