The Family I'm In
by Sharon G. Flake; Sharon G. Flake
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Pub Date Apr 01 2025 | Archive Date Apr 01 2025
Scholastic | Scholastic Press
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Description
The bestselling and award-winning author of The Skin I'm In and The Life I'm In returns with a novel that explores the complex relationships between Black boys and their fathers, and what it truly means to be a man.
Sharon G. Flake’s groundbreaking novel The Skin I’m In ushered in a new voice that lit up the literary landscape and became a modern classic, passed down through generations. The Life I’m In, its sequel, furthered the power of unmistakable voices, opening the hearts and minds of teens everywhere. Now The Family I’m In presents John-John and Caleb, friends since childhood who have come face-to-face with the struggles and triumphs of growing into young men. They’re living in a world where many Black boys are up against generational expectations, fears of the future, and how to navigate being “nice” kids who just want to be seen for who they are. Together, Caleb and John-John work through family illness, divorced parents, teachers who ask hard questions, and girls who think they have all the answers.
Advance Praise
Praise for The Life I'm In:
"[A]ny reader can appreciate this novel’s indelible impact." —Publisher's Weekly, starred review
"A sequel for today's time... [an] unflinching narrative... vivid and important." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"A much-desired sister novel... [A] difficult yet necessary sequel.” —Booklist, starred review
Praise for The Skin I'm In:
Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe Award for New Talent
Publishers Weekly Author to Watch
"Flake's debut novel will hit home... echoes universal brink-of-adolescence concerns." —Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Funny and clever... will pull readers into a world too rarely represented in middle-grade fiction." —Booklist
"Young teens will appreciate Flake's authenticity." —School Library Journal
Marketing Plan
NATIONAL MARKETING CAMPAIGN
- National Review Coverage
- Select Author Appearances
- Consumer Advertising
- Influencer Promotions
- Netgalley Promotions
- Trade and Educator Advertising
- Social Media Assets
- Feature at Teen Festivals
- Feature at Educator and Librarian Conferences
- Feature in "The Power of Story" Campaign
- Digital Chapter Sampler and Audio Clip Available
- Extensive Social Media Campaign via @IreadYA Community
- Feature on Scholastic Parents, Educators, and Librarians Social Media Networks and Websites
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781338573206 |
| PRICE | $18.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 288 |
Links
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