Anger Is a Gift: A Novel by Mark Oshiro (English) Paperback Book

Description: Anger Is a Gift by Mark Oshiro From popular Hugo Award-nominated social media personality and critic Oshiro comes a story about the struggles of todays teens finding power to overcome racial and economic obstacles, following a boy from Oakland as he falls in love amidst the chaos of modern America. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The trade paperback edition of the highly buzzed about YA debut from Mark Oshiro, Anger Is a Gift follows a boy from Oakland as he falls in love amidst the chaos of modern America. *31st Annual Lammy Finalist for LGBTQ Childrens/Young Adult category**2019 ALA Schneider Family Book Award Teen Winner**Buzzfeeds 24 Best YA Books of 2018**Vultures 38 Best LGBTQ YA Novels**Book Riots Best Books 2018**Hyables Most Anticipated Queer YA Books of 2018**The Mary Sues 18 Books You Should Read in 2018* Moss Jeffries is many things--considerate student, devoted son, loyal friend and affectionate boyfriend, enthusiastic nerd. But sometimes Moss still wishes he could be someone else--someone without panic attacks, someone whose father was still alive, someone who hadnt become a rallying point for a community because of one horrible night. And most of all, he wishes he didnt feel so stuck. Moss cant even escape at school--he and his friends are subject to the lack of funds and crumbling infrastructure at West Oakland High, as well as constant intimidation by the resource officer stationed in their halls. That was even before the new regulations--it seems sometimes that the students are treated more like criminals. Something will have to change--but who will listen to a group of teens? When tensions hit a fever pitch and tragedy strikes again, Moss must face a difficult choice: give in to fear and hate or realize that anger can actually be a gift. Author Biography MARK OSHIRO is the Hugo-nominated writer of the online Mark Does Stuff universe (Mark Reads and Mark Watches), where they analyze book and TV series. They were the nonfiction editor of Queers Destroy Science Fiction! and the co-editor of Speculative Fiction 2015, and are the President of the Con or Bust Board of Directors. When not writing/recording reviews or editing, Oshiro engages in social activism online and offline. Anger Is a Gift is their acclaimed debut YA contemporary fiction novel. Review "Anger is a Gift is an explosion of fury and revolution. Mark Oshiros beautiful and brutal debut proves that not only can anyone be a hero, but great change comes when the heroes work together." --Adam Silvera, New York Times bestselling author of They Both Die at the End "Raw, unflinching, and full of heart. Anger is a Gift is a masterpiece." --Marieke Nijkamp, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Before I Let Go"This debut novel provides a riveting, devastatingly realistic portrayal of the criminalization of marginalized groups and an unwavering examination of the lasting impact of bigotry. His teenage characters have authentic intersectional depth and are developed beyond the various ways society labels them: black, Latinx, disabled, Muslim, asexual, nonbinary, gay, lesbian...the narrative is compelling, providing a new and noteworthy account that continues the conversation and depiction of societys opposition to otherness. This is not to be missed and should be placed in a prominent position in every library serving teens."-- Voya, Jewel Davis. "An emotional roller-coaster." --Publishers Weekly "A masterful debut rich with intersectional nuance and grass-roots clarity, Anger is a Gift is hella precious, hella dope."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review "A strong addition to the current wave of excellent social justice-themed contemporary realistic titles. Give this to fans of Angie Thomass The Hate U Give."--School Library Journal (starred review) "Oshiros novel asks both its characters and its readers what to do next." --The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books Review Quote " Anger is a Gift is an explosion of fury and revolution. Mark Oshiros beautiful and brutal debut proves that not only can anyone be a hero, but great change comes when the heroes work together." --Adam Silvera, New York Times bestselling author of They Both Die at the End "Raw, unflinching, and full of heart. Anger is a Gift is a masterpiece." --Marieke Nijkamp, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Before I Let Go "This debut novel provides a riveting, devastatingly realistic portrayal of the criminalization of marginalized groups and an unwavering examination of the lasting impact of bigotry. His teenage characters have authentic intersectional depth and are developed beyond the various ways society labels them: black, Latinx, disabled, Muslim, asexual, nonbinary, gay, lesbian...the narrative is compelling, providing a new and noteworthy account that continues the conversation and depiction of societys opposition to otherness. This is not to be missed and should be placed in a prominent position in every library serving teens."-- Voya , Jewel Davis. "An emotional roller-coaster." -- Publishers Weekly "A masterful debut rich with intersectional nuance and grass-roots clarity, Anger is a Gift is hella precious, hella dope."-- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "A strong addition to the current wave of excellent social justice-themed contemporary realistic titles. Give this to fans of Angie Thomass The Hate U Give ."-- School Library Journal (starred review) "Oshiros novel asks both its characters and its readers what to do next." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books Details ISBN1250167035 Author Mark Oshiro Short Title ANGER IS A GIFT Pages 464 Language English ISBN-10 1250167035 ISBN-13 9781250167033 Format Paperback DEWEY FIC Year 2019 Subtitle A Novel Publication Date 2019-05-07 UK Release Date 2019-05-07 Audience Age 14-18 Publisher St Martins Press Imprint St Martins Press Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Audience Teenage / Young adult US Release Date 2019-05-07 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:140728347;

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