{"product_id":"this-is-kind-of-an-epic-love-story-isbn-9780062820228","title":"This Is Kind of an Epic Love Story","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e~Lambda Literary Award finalist for the best LGBT YA novel of 2018~\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fresh, charming rom-com perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eSimon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eBoy Meets Boy \u003c\/i\u003eabout Nathan Bird, who has sworn off happy endings but is sorely tested when his former best friend, Ollie, moves back to town.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNathan Bird doesn't believe in happy endings. Although he's the ultimate film buff and an aspiring screenwriter, Nate's seen the demise of too many relationships to believe that happy endings exist in real life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlaying it safe to avoid a broken heart has been his MO ever since his father died and left his mom to unravel—but this strategy is not without fault. His best-friend-turned-girlfriend-turned-best-friend-again, Florence, is set on making sure Nate finds someone else. And in a twist that is rom-com-worthy, someone does come along: Oliver James Hernández, his childhood best friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a painful mix-up when they were little, Nate finally has the chance to tell Ollie the truth about his feelings. But can Nate find the courage to pursue his own happily ever after?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGay Romance:\u003c\/b\u003e Nate’s an aspiring screenwriter who scripts happy endings for everyone but himself. When his first crush moves back to town, he might have to rewrite his own story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeaf Representation:\u003c\/b\u003e A heartfelt and authentic portrayal of a romance where communication goes beyond words, featuring a Deaf main character who uses ASL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComing of Age:\u003c\/b\u003e Navigating complicated friendships, first love, and the grief of losing a parent, Nate has to find the courage to risk his own heart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSweet Romance:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for readers who love witty banter, cinematic moments, and the angsty, emotional journey from long-lost friends to something much more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A delightful testimony to the enduring power of love.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eThis is Kind of an Epic Love Story\u003c\/em\u003e is a bighearted rom-com that belongs on the big screen. This hilarious and breathless love story of two boys on the path to their happy ending beyond lives up to its title.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdam Silvera, New York Times bestselling author of They Both Die at the End\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A fun, quirky story that proves romance and love are possible for every single person no matter what. The book equivalent of a cup of hot cocoa and a warm hug.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJustina Ireland, New York Times bestselling author of Dread Nation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A nuanced, heartfelt, and deeply intersectional look at all the exhilaration and messiness of first love and second chances.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKelly Loy Gilbert, author of Picture Us In the Light and Conviction\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“As an unapologetic fan of a great rom-com, \u003cem\u003eThis is Kind of an Epic Love Story\u003c\/em\u003e gave me all I was looing for, including the one thing that’s challenging to find—a beautiful LGBTQ love story. Kheryn’s novel is hopeful, romantic, and everything my gay heart needed!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAngelo Surmelis, author of The Dangerous Art of Blending In\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The depth and breadth of representation is welcome….It’s also a quick, breezy tale that will appeal to a wide range of readers. Highly recommended for teen and adult readers of realistic romance.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888495292645,"sku":"NP9780062820228","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062820228.jpg?v=1730229211","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/this-is-kind-of-an-epic-love-story-isbn-9780062820228","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}