ttfn (novel)

TTFN, short for "Ta-Ta For Now," is a young adult epistolary novel by Lauren Myracle, published in 2005. The story unfolds entirely through instant messages, specifically AIM conversations, between three teenage girls: Angela (online handle: SnowAngel), Zoe (online handle: Zoegirl), and Maddie (online handle: MadGirl).

The novel explores themes of friendship, identity, first love, betrayal, and the complexities of navigating adolescence in the age of instant messaging. As the girls navigate the pressures of high school, relationships, and personal struggles, their online conversations reveal their innermost thoughts and secrets.

Myracle’s use of the instant messaging format provides a contemporary and realistic portrayal of how teenagers communicate and interact in the digital age. The novel's structure, relying solely on dialogue and shorthand conventions typical of online communication, offers a unique and intimate perspective into the characters' lives. The plot advances through these conversations, showcasing the evolution of their relationships and the challenges they face. TTFN and its sequels were notable for their early representation of online culture and teenage vernacular.