Kevin Watts is utterly in love with the beautiful and talented Vanessa Wishart. But how can a Mr Background like him ever hope to get noticed by a Miss Dazzling Spotlight Front Row Gorgeous like her...?

"Will have you laughing so much your sides'll hurt" - Mizz

"Hilarious and totally unpredictable" - Publishing News

"Expertly written British humour... Most Y[oung] A[dult] comedies make you smile. This one makes you laugh out loud. It's flat-out uproarious" - Kirkus Reviews

"Cheshire is as adept at creating the anticipation of the awkward moment as he is at following through" - The Bulletin

“Simon Cheshire presents this young man's thoughts via offbeat wit, well-meaning intentions, heartfelt expressions, and a chivalrous attitude. Kissing Vanessa offers comedy, with insights into the reality of adolescent first love and how hard it is to just be and to speak for yourself” - Bookloons.com

A New York Public Library "Best Book for the Teen Age"

Comments from readers:
"This is a brilliant book, and it's quite different to what I've read before"

"Hilarious from start to finish"

"Some parts of the book are really strong and touching and some will have you in hysterics"

"I loved the ending of the book... A definite thumbs-up"

"It's just brilliant. This book just fits in perfectly with life"

"Probably one of the best books I have ever read"

"With more twists than a helter-skelter the end is a nice surprise"

"I found myself laughing out loud... Kevin's reactions to the situations he was placed in were both funny and sad"

Dominic 'Sherlock' Smith is a devoted fan of the pop group Plastic. He's so devoted to them that it clouds his judgement when it comes to his friend Emma. Then, by chance, he finds himself trapped in a lift with Plastic's lead singer Lisa Voyd...

"Readers will be drawn in by the fun premise here... Cheshire tells the story in flashbacks, creating some memorable characters - including Dominic's dotty live-in grandparents - and some terrific scenes... Charming writing here - and sharp insights" - Publishers' Weekly

"Cheshire offers a strong, witty narrative voice" - School Library Journal

"A tightly written and fascinating exploration of fame and real life. A quirky, hilarious second novel from the highly praised author of Kissing Vanessa" - Publishing News UK

"Plastic Fantastic is fun, breezy, and the ultimate read for anyone who has ever been the number one fan. A great read!" - Teensreadtoo.com 

"The conversation... moves realistically from nervous banter to an intensity borne of enforced intimacy, employing dialogue equal parts clever and heartfelt" - Bulletin of The Center For Children's Books

"SCORE - 4/5. Top stuff. Well recommended" - 4ureaders.net

Shortlisted for the South Lanarkshire Book Award

A New York Public Library "Best Book for the Teen Age"

Comments from readers:
"I really liked this book as I know what it is like to be a huge fan of a group. It is quite realistic and could happen to a fan in real life. It is every fan's dream, this book, and it is a very enjoyable read."

"Great as a... read to take on holiday with you."

"This a really great book because it makes you think AND makes you laugh."

"I thought it was a brilliant story. Some of the characters in it are hilarious."

"I've never read a book like this before. It's like a rock concert mixed up with The Office."

"Extremely funny."

"Different... [It] is fun... Recommended."

Everyone thinks Tom is lucky: he's good-looking, popular and successful. He's a dead ringer for the nation's favourite Royal, Prince George, and earns a good living as a lookalike. The only trouble is, he's no longer sure who he is - himself or Prince George. How's he ever going to know where one finishes and the other begins? And why does Louise, the girl of his dreams, seem to be the only person totally unimpressed with his alter ego? And what would the real Prince George think of it all?...

"The main character is one of those people you can absolutely adore... The book really pulled me in and I just couldn't put it down, it's a quick read but a brilliant one, I'd highly recommend it" - OT magazine

"Lovers of British humor can feed their addiction with this hilarious romp through snow and relationships... Cheshire keeps the humor lively and perfectly tuned as Tom copes with what he views as the wreckage of his entire life... Funny and full of wonderfully eccentric characters and delicious irony. Spot on" - Kirkus Reviews 

"It will appeal to both genders with its mix of identity crisis, romance, and a bit of ski action, too" - KLIATT

"Teens will laugh at the situations Tom encounters and root for Tom and Louise, both on and off the slopes" - Publishers' Weekly

"Simon Cheshire writes a very light-hearted story... a teen romantic comedy written from the perspective of the guy. Tom is an easy character to relate to... This is a fun and quick read from a delightful British author" - Teensreadtoo.com 

"[The] offhand, sardonic narration is often genuinely charming, and Louise... is nicely original as the protagonist's dream girl... Bright as well as breezy, and fans of romance will enjoy this frosty and amusing outing. RECOMMENDED" - The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books 

“I found this book really interesting... I would recommend this book to older readers” - Teen Titles, Edinburgh

Nominated for the Lancashire Book Of The Year Award

Comments from readers: 
"This book is hilariously funny... I think some of the characters were really funny, and the main character's problems were oddball but very realistic"

"It's a very unusual story... Thanks for writing something so different"

"I laughed a lot”