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From U.S. Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera comes the powerful journey of Chicano teen Lucky Z. A former skateboarder who's anything but lucky, he finds triumph and power through h is voice. Raw, cool, real—this novel in verse is a shout-out to teens to find the extraordinary in the ordinary, to raise their voice and find strength in the sheer and simple power of expression.Lucky Z has always lived on the edge—he loved to skateboard, to drag race, to feel alive. But things have taken a turn—he's living with new foster parents and a tragic past. An accident changed everything. And only his voice will set him free. As you feel Lucky breathe in life again, you will want to shout out with him.A tragic accident took his board, but it couldn’t take his voice. A Powerful Novel in Verse: Written by U.S. Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera, this story unfolds in raw, lyrical poems that capture the rhythm of the streets and the beat of a healing heart. An Unforgettable Chicano Voice: Follow Lucky Z as he navigates a new foster home, a new school, and the memories of a tragic past, all while finding strength in his heritage and his words. Themes of Identity and Acceptance: A poignant exploration of what it means to be different, facing down bullies and finding the courage to be yourself, out loud and unapologetically. From Skateboarder to Poet: After a drag racing accident leaves him in a wheelchair, Lucky discovers that his truest freedom isn’t on four wheels, but in the power of his own poetry. Show more