The Insiders by Mark Oshiro (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Insiders by Mark Oshiro A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year * An ALA Rainbow Book List Top 10 Title for Young ReadersThree kids who dont belong. A room that shouldnt exist. A year that will change everything.Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead and Meg Medina, this debut middle grade novel from award-winning author Mark Oshiro is a hopeful and heartfelt coming-of-age story for anyone whos ever felt like they didnt fit in.San Francisco and Orangevale may be in the same state, but for Héctor Muñoz, they might as well be a million miles apart. Back home, being gay didnt mean feeling different. At Héctors new school, he couldnt feel more alone.Most days, Héctor just wishes he could disappear. And he does. Right into the janitors closet. (Yes, he sees the irony.) But one day, when the door closes behind him, Héctor discovers hes stumbled into a room that shouldnt be possible. A room that connects him with two new friends from different corners of the country--and opens the door to a life-changing year full of friendship, adventure, and just a little bit of magic."Sometimes hilarious, sometimes devastating, but always full of heart, The Insiders carves out a space for us all to be our true selves." --Kwame Mbalia, New York Times bestselling author of Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Mark Oshiro is the award-winning author of the young adult books Anger Is a Gift (Schneider Family Book Award) and Each of Us a Desert as well as their middle grade debut, The Insiders. They are also the coauthor (with Rick Riordan) of the #1 New York Times bestselling novel The Sun and the Star. When not writing, they are trying to pet every dog in the world. Visit them online at markoshiro.com. Review "Sometimes hilarious, sometimes devastating, but always full of heart, The Insiders carves out a space for us all to be our true selves." -- Kwame Mbalia, New York Times bestselling author of Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky"The story about finding your place and your people that I wish Id had as a kid. Héctor has my whole heart and I want to hug him and keep him close, but he belongs out in the world where he can inspire readers to honor themselves." -- New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera"A classic in the making." -- Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles"Oshiros intersectional saga conveys a strong message about letting go of secrets and, with help from loved ones, reclaiming space." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)"Heartfelt and laugh-out-loud funny. The perfect adventure for anyone whos ever felt they didnt fit in, with characters that jump off the page, pull you in, and dont let go." -- Claribel A. Ortega, author of Ghost Squad and the Witchlings series"A transportive and magical world made for kids who are true to themselves and misfits at heart. Mark Oshiros debut middle grade is a must-read!" -- Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of Labyrinth Lost and The Way to Rio Luna"Achingly funny, relatable, and heartfelt." -- John David Anderson, author of Ms. Bixbys Last Day"[A] brave and earnest quest for happiness and belonging set among a richly diverse cast of characters. Sweet and full of heart." -- Kirkus Reviews"With its modern dialogue, engaging cast, and painfully real depictions of bullying, this middle-grade debut is written with an expert hand." -- Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books"[An] empowering novel, filled with knotty but relatable problems for its empathetic characters to solve." -- Booklist"Bright and encouraging. Many readers will find resonance in this magical tale." -- School Library Journal"An appreciation of intersectional identity and a story of resilience." -- Horn Book Magazine Review Quote "With its modern dialogue, engaging cast, and painfully real depictions of bullying, this middle-grade debut is written with an expert hand." Details ISBN0063008114 Pages 400 Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 0063008114 ISBN-13 9780063008113 Format Paperback Publication Date 2022-08-23 Audience Age 8-12 DEWEY FIC Audience Children / Juvenile UK Release Date 2022-08-23 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint Collins Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2022-08-23 Imprint US HarperCollins Publisher US HarperCollins Author Mark Oshiro 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:161518808;

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