A Teen's Unique Blend of Science and Stories

Rania Haque, a high school student from Manalapan, has just launched her first novel, "Breaking the Curve. " This book is not your typical story. It mixes science and creativity in a way that might surprise you. Rania is a student at one of New Jersey's top magnet schools. She has always loved writing, from short stories in elementary school to exploring the patterns in physics and math. She believes that every subject has a story to tell, whether it's through words, numbers, or ideas. In "Breaking the Curve, " Rania introduces readers to two main characters: Aaron Okafor and Rina Lin. Aaron is a top student whose sister goes missing, and Rina is a new student with a mysterious past. Both are chosen for a high-stakes competition where losing means being erased. The competition, also called "Breaking the Curve, " becomes more dangerous than either of them expected. Secrets hide behind the scores, and the system is designed to break every competitor. Rania's novel shows that logic and imagination can work together, not against each other. Rania is not just a writer. She is also a karate black belt, a self-taught pianist, and a performer who once received a standing ovation for her song. She hopes her book will inspire other students to find creativity in unexpected places and to embrace both their analytical and artistic sides.