Booked /
by Kwame Alexander ; illustrated by Dawud Anyabwile.
- 314 pages : chiefly illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
- Crossover ; 2. .
"The graphic novel adaptation" --Cover.
Twelve-year-old Nick learns the power of words as he wrestles with problems at home, stands up to a bully, and tries to impress the girl of his dreams. Helping him along are his best friend and sometimes teammate Coby, and The Mac, a rapping librarian who gives Nick inspiring books to read. This electric and heartfelt novel-in-verse bends and breaks as it captures all the thrills and setbacks, action and emotion of a World Cup match.
Ages 10-14.
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