In "King Dork" by Frank Portman, the protagonist navigates the trials of adolescence with humor and a sense of outsider identity. The book captures the life of a teenage boy who feels out of place, highlighting his experiences in high school and his passion for music and literature.
A notable quote from the book describes Dungeons & Dragons as a game exclusively for "very cool guys." This reflects the character’s perspective on social status and the often misunderstood nature of role-playing games among peers, revealing how interests can challenge or reinforce social hierarchies in teenage life.