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Discover a transformative journey through the pages of this poignant LGBTQ+ YA novel, where themes of identity, grief, and growth resonate deeply. 'Everything Grows' tells the story of Eleanor Fromme, a fifteen-year-old navigating the turbulent waters of adolescence while grappling with the suicide of a schoolmate and her mother's mental health struggles. This compelling coming-of-age narrative invites readers to explore Eleanor's gender fluidity and sexual identity against a vibrant backdrop of 1993 grunge rock culture.
As Eleanor chops off her hair in a symbolic act of rebellion and self-discovery, she embarks on a heartfelt exploration of her feelings through letters addressed to James—her bully who has tragically taken his own life. Each letter serves as a cathartic release, leading Eleanor down a path of self-realization and understanding of her own queer identity. Through the support of an eclectic cast of characters, she learns the importance of community and acceptance in the journey toward self-love.
Set in a time where riot grrl bands reign, 'Everything Grows' is not just a story; it's an experience that showcases the complexities of growing up with mental health and identity issues. Ideal for readers who seek powerful narratives surrounding LGBTQ+ themes, this debut novel provides an authentic reflection on acceptance, resilience, and the beauty of finding oneself amidst chaos.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781941110683, Format: Trade paperback (US), Year: 2019, Publisher: Three Rooms Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781941110683
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Three Rooms Press
Description:
In this LGBTQ+ YA coming-of-age novel, a teenage girl grapples with the suicide of a
classmate and her mother's depression, while discovering her own gender fluidity and
sexual identity.
Fifteen-year-old Eleanor Fromme just chopped off all of her hair. How else
should she cope after hearing that her bully, James, just took his own life?
When Eleanor's English teacher suggests students write a letter to a person
who would never receive it to get their feelings out, Eleanor chooses James.
With each letter she writes, Eleanor discovers more about herself, even while trying to
make sense of his death. And, with the help of a unique cast of characters, Eleanor
not only learns what it means to be inside a body that does not quite match what she
feels on the inside, but also comes to terms with her own mother's mental illness.
Set against a 1993-era backdrop of grunge rock and riot grrl bands, Everything Growsdepicts Eleanor's extraordinary journey to solve the mystery within her and
feel complete. Along the way, she loses and gains friends, rebuilds relationships with
her family, and develops a system of support to help figure out the language of her
queer identity.
'Awkward, affirming, and compassionate, this story about coming into one's identity will win over the hearts of its young adult audiences' — Forewood Reviews
'Everything Growswill grow inside you like a revelation, slowly unfolding to a shape that is vulnerable, raw and beautifully alive...' — Max Wolf Valerio, author of The Testosterone Files
As Eleanor chops off her hair in a symbolic act of rebellion and self-discovery, she embarks on a heartfelt exploration of her feelings through letters addressed to James—her bully who has tragically taken his own life. Each letter serves as a cathartic release, leading Eleanor down a path of self-realization and understanding of her own queer identity. Through the support of an eclectic cast of characters, she learns the importance of community and acceptance in the journey toward self-love.
Set in a time where riot grrl bands reign, 'Everything Grows' is not just a story; it's an experience that showcases the complexities of growing up with mental health and identity issues. Ideal for readers who seek powerful narratives surrounding LGBTQ+ themes, this debut novel provides an authentic reflection on acceptance, resilience, and the beauty of finding oneself amidst chaos.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781941110683, Format: Trade paperback (US), Year: 2019, Publisher: Three Rooms Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781941110683
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Three Rooms Press
Description:
In this LGBTQ+ YA coming-of-age novel, a teenage girl grapples with the suicide of a
classmate and her mother's depression, while discovering her own gender fluidity and
sexual identity.
Fifteen-year-old Eleanor Fromme just chopped off all of her hair. How else
should she cope after hearing that her bully, James, just took his own life?
When Eleanor's English teacher suggests students write a letter to a person
who would never receive it to get their feelings out, Eleanor chooses James.
With each letter she writes, Eleanor discovers more about herself, even while trying to
make sense of his death. And, with the help of a unique cast of characters, Eleanor
not only learns what it means to be inside a body that does not quite match what she
feels on the inside, but also comes to terms with her own mother's mental illness.
Set against a 1993-era backdrop of grunge rock and riot grrl bands, Everything Growsdepicts Eleanor's extraordinary journey to solve the mystery within her and
feel complete. Along the way, she loses and gains friends, rebuilds relationships with
her family, and develops a system of support to help figure out the language of her
queer identity.
'Awkward, affirming, and compassionate, this story about coming into one's identity will win over the hearts of its young adult audiences' — Forewood Reviews
'Everything Growswill grow inside you like a revelation, slowly unfolding to a shape that is vulnerable, raw and beautifully alive...' — Max Wolf Valerio, author of The Testosterone Files