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George M. Johnson

2 Books

All Boys Aren't Blue

George M. Johnson

Biography Diverse Voices
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Black Boy Joy: 17 Stories Celebrating Black Boyhood

Kwame Mbalia, Jason Reynolds, Jay Coles, Lamar Giles, Don P. Hooper, George M. Johnson, Varian Johnson, Suyi Davies Okungbowa, Tochi Onyebuchi, Julian Randall, B.B. Alston, Justin A. Reynolds, DaVaun Sanders, Julian Winters, Jerry Craft, Dean Atta, P. Djèlí Clark

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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By: George M. Johnson
Growing up can feel incredibly isolating when you do not see yourself reflected in the world around you. In this powerful and deeply personal memoir, journalist and activist George M. Johnson shares their journey of navigating childhood, adolescence, and college as a Black queer boy in New Jersey and Virginia. Through a series of honest and emotional essays, you will experience their highest triumphs and toughest trials. From facing bullies on the playground to sharing quiet, loving moments at the flea market with their grandmother, Johnson holds nothing back. This book tackles heavy but essential topics like gender identity, toxic masculinity, family bonds, and the vital importance of Black joy. Whether you are looking for a reassuring reflection of your own life or seeking to become a stronger ally, this frank and beautifully written story offers a profound look at brotherhood, consent, and finding the courage to be your authentic self.
Biography Diverse Voices Non-Fiction
13-18 Years 320 Pages
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17 Stories Celebrating Black Boyhood

By: Kwame Mbalia , Jason Reynolds , Jay Coles , Lamar Giles , Don P. Hooper , George M. Johnson , Varian Johnson , Suyi Davies Okungbowa , Tochi Onyebuchi , Julian Randall , B.B. Alston , Justin A. Reynolds , DaVaun Sanders , Julian Winters , Jerry Craft , Dean Atta , P. Djèlí Clark
What does joy look like to you? Maybe it is picking out the absolute perfect outfit for your first day of school. Maybe it is flying down the sidewalk on your skateboard like nobody is watching, or finding your voice and your rhymes when times get tough. It could even be saving the entire universe in an epic intergalactic race! Discover all these moments and more in a vibrant collection of stories, comics, and poems that celebrate the incredible power of happiness and the everyday wonders of growing up. Brought to you by seventeen acclaimed authors, this uplifting book is packed with heavy doses of happiness, humor, and heart. Whether you are exploring new worlds, navigating friendships, or just figuring out who you are, these stories will make you smile, laugh, and feel completely unstoppable. Jump into a celebration of boyhood that proves joy is always within your reach.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Emotions Friendship Short Stories
9-12 Years 321 Pages
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