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Winner Of The National Book Award For Young Peoples Literature, The Michael L. Printz Award, And The Pura Belpr Award!Fans Of Jacqueline Woodson, Meg Medina, And Jason Reynolds Will Fall Hard For This Astonishing New York Timesbestselling Novelinverse By An Awardwinning Slam Poet, About An Afrolatina Heroine Who Tells Her Story With Blazing Words And Powerful Truth.Xiomara Batista Feels Unheard And Unable To Hide In Her Harlem Neighborhood. Ever Since Her Body Grew Into Curves, She Has Learned To Let Her Fists And Her Fierceness Do The Talking.But Xiomara Has Plenty She Wants To Say, And She Pours All Her Frustration And Passion Onto The Pages Of A Leather Notebook, Reciting The Words To Herself Like Prayersespecially After She Catches Feelings For A Boy In Her Bio Class Named Aman, Who Her Family Can Never Know About.With Mamis Determination To Force Her Daughter To Obey The Laws Of The Church, Xiomara Understands That Her Thoughts Are Best Kept To Herself. So When She Is Invited To Join Her Schools Slam Poetry Club, She Doesnt Know How She Could Ever Attend Without Her Mami Finding Out. But She Still Cant Stop Thinking About Performing Her Poems.Because In The Face Of A World That May Not Want To Hear Her, Xiomara Refuses To Be Silent.Crackles With Energy And Snaps With Authenticity And Voice. Justina Ireland, Author Of Dread Nationan Incredibly Potent Debut. Jason Reynolds, Author Of The National Book Award Finalist Ghostacevedo Has Amplified The Voices Of Girls En El Barrio Who Are Equal Parts Goddess, Saint, Warrior, And Hero. Ibi Zoboi, Author Of American Streetthis Young Adult Novel, A Selection Of The Schomburg Center'S Black Liberation Reading List, Is An Excellent Choice For Accelerated Tween Readers In Grades 6 To 8.Plus Don'T Miss Elizabeth Acevedo'S With The Fire On High And Clap When You Land!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Poet X? A: The main theme of The Poet X revolves around self-expression, identity, and the challenges faced by an Afro-Latina teenager, Xiomara Batista, as she navigates her emotions and societal expectations through poetry.
- Q: Who is the author of The Poet X? A: The Poet X is authored by Elizabeth Acevedo, an acclaimed slam poet and writer known for her impactful storytelling.
- Q: What age group is The Poet X suitable for? A: The Poet X is primarily aimed at young adults and readers interested in poetry and coming-of-age stories, making it suitable for ages 12 and up.
- Q: How many pages does The Poet X have? A: The Poet X consists of 384 pages.
- Q: What format is The Poet X available in? A: The Poet X is available in paperback format.
- Q: When was The Poet X published? A: The Poet X was published on April 7, 2020.
- Q: Is The Poet X a standalone book or part of a series? A: The Poet X is a standalone novel and is not part of a series.
- Q: What awards has The Poet X won? A: The Poet X has won several prestigious awards, including the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, the Michael L. Printz Award, and the Pura Belpré Award.
- Q: What style of writing is used in The Poet X? A: The Poet X is written in a novel-in-verse format, combining poetry with storytelling to convey the protagonist's emotions and experiences.
- Q: Can The Poet X be used in educational settings? A: Yes, The Poet X is often used in educational settings for discussions on poetry, identity, and cultural representation, making it a valuable resource for teachers and students alike.