It's the chance of a lifetime for Kate Merriman when she lands a small role in a new TV series called "Backbeat." But it's less fun when Kate's best friend Maria turns down the part "she's" been offered in the show. How can Kate succeed when Maria's not there to share this new adventure?
KATHRYN ELLIS is a publicist and scriptwriter whose work includes scripts for the original Degrassi Junior High television series. She lives in Toronto.