Dive into a transformative journey with this brand new novel about queerness and identity, featuring the remarkable story of Sam, a nonbinary teen navigating their way through friendship, family expectations, and history. In this compelling narrative, award-winning author George brings to life the struggles and triumphs of LGBTQ+ youth in contemporary society, with a strong emphasis on the importance of acknowledging diverse voices in our past. With 176 pages, this book not only celebrates queer representation but also educates readers about historical figures like Alice Austen, a trailblazing photographer who lived openly with her female partner. Sam's quest to honor Alice in a statue contest propels them into a vibrant exploration of queer history, highlighting the very real challenges faced by nonbinary individuals. This novel encourages readers to confront biases and champions the idea that every kid deserves to see themselves reflected in history. Perfect for young adults and anyone interested in understanding the richness of queer narratives, this book is a must-have addition to your shelf. Order now and experience a poignant story that resonates deeply with the values of acceptance and pride. Fast delivery options available to ensure your reading adventure begins without delay.CONDITION: Brand NewISBN: 9781338733891Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INCNumber of Pages 176From the award-winning author of George, a phenomenal novel about queerness past, present, and future. Sam is very in touch with their own queer identity. They're nonbinary, and their best friend, TJ, is nonbinary as well. Sam's family is very cool with it... as long as Sam remem...bers that nonbinary kids are also required to clean their rooms, do their homework, and try not to antagonize their teachers too much. The teacher-respect thing is hard when it comes to Sama (TM)s history class, because their teacher seems to believe that only Dead Straight Cis White Men are responsible for history. When Sama (TM)s home borough of Staten Island opens up a contest for a new statue, Sam finds the perfect non-DSCWM subject: photographer Alice Austen, whose house has been turned into a museum, and who lived with a female partner for decades. Soon, Sam's project isn't just about winning the contest. It's about discovering a rich queer history that Sam's a part of -- a queer history that no longer needs to be quiet, as long as there are kids like Sam and TJ to stand up for it.Read less
