{"product_id":"something-to-say-isbn-9780062836724","title":"Something to Say","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the author of \u003cem\u003eA Good Kind of Trouble\u003c\/em\u003e, a Walter Dean Myers Honor Book, comes another unforgettable story about finding\u003cbr\u003eyour voice—and finding your people. Perfect for fans of Sharon Draper, Meg\u003cbr\u003eMedina, and Jason Reynolds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eEleven-year-old Jenae doesn’t have any friends—and she’s\u003cbr\u003ejust fine with that. She’s so good at being invisible in school, it’s almost\u003cbr\u003elike she has a superpower, like her idol, Astrid Dane. At home, Jenae has\u003cbr\u003eplenty of company, like her no-nonsense mama; her older brother, Malcolm, who\u003cbr\u003eis home from college after a basketball injury; and her beloved grandpa, Gee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThen a new student shows up at school—a boy named Aubrey\u003cbr\u003ewith fiery red hair and a smile that won’t quit. Jenae can’t figure out why he\u003cbr\u003ekeeps popping up everywhere she goes. The more she tries to push him away, the\u003cbr\u003emore he seems determined to be her friend. Despite herself, Jenae starts\u003cbr\u003egetting used to having him around.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when the two are paired up for a class debate about the\u003cbr\u003eproposed name change for their school, Jenae knows this new friendship has an\u003cbr\u003eexpiration date. Aubrey is desperate to win and earn a coveted spot on the\u003cbr\u003edebate team.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere’s just one problem: Jenae would do almost anything to avoid\u003cbr\u003espeaking up in front of an audience—including risking the first real friendship\u003cbr\u003eshe’s ever had.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A timely, entertaining, unforgettable story about family, friendship, and finding your voice.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for A GOOD KIND OF TROUBLE: \u003c\/strong\u003e“Full of heart and truth, \u003cem\u003eA Good Kind of Trouble\u003c\/em\u003e has all of the making to be this generation’s \u003cem\u003eRoll of Thunder, Hear My Cry\u003c\/em\u003e. Much like Cassie Logan, Shayla’s experiences, pitfalls, and triumphs will inspire young people for years to come. It is a well-written page turner with a voice that stays with you long after you put the book down.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAngie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Gripping from the opening line, \u003cem\u003eA Good Kind of Trouble\u003c\/em\u003e is a tender, insightful, and unique look at what it means to stand up for what you believe in and be brave. Shay is the type of heroine who inspires us all to take a stand.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJay Coles, author of Tyler Johnson Was Here\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Shay’s voice is so genuine -- she practically walks off the page. This is an important book, and an incredible debut.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eErin Entrada Kelly, Newbery Medal-winning author of Hello, Universe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Something to Say\u003c\/em\u003e is an ode to family and friendship, a call to action, all housed in a story about a girl who finds the courage to face her fears and use her voice to speak up about the people and places that matter to her most. With tenderness, wit, and charm, Ramée creates unforgettable characters that readers will no doubt relate to and root for.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRenée Watson, author of Some Places More Than Others\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This is a compelling story about friendship, fighting for what you believe in, and finding your voice. A first purchase for middle grade collections.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Ramée creates a number of convincing characters with depth and individuality…. This satisfying novel revolves around civic engagement, family relationships, and an unexpected but ultimately welcome friendship.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Ramée effectively portrays the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement and the difficulty of navigating complex social situations while conveying universal middle school questions about friendship, first crushes, and identity. 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A timely, funny, and unforgettable debut about friendship, facing your fears, and standing up for what’s right.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Reminiscent in writing style to works by Lauren Myracle and Jason Reynolds, this novel [shows] Shayla’s typical middle school problems, then switches to the very specific problems she faces as a young black girl in America…[For] middle grade readers who aren’t yet ready for Thomas’s \u003cem\u003eThe Hate U Give\u003c\/em\u003e.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Shayla’s narration is both sympathetic and acutely realistic... this is a sensitive exploration of contemporary racism and inequity for a readership not ready for Thomas’ The Hate U Give.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44889465290981,"sku":"NP9780062836724","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062836724.jpg?v=1730231314","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/something-to-say-isbn-9780062836724","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}