In this middle-grade novel, eighth-grade student Ali Khan finds that writing poetry—first about his crush, then about what it means to be an immigrant and the anti-Muslim racism around him—helps him discover who he truly is.|Eighth-grade student Ali is trying to balance school, friends and catching the eye of his crush...all while living up to his parents' expectations. When he begins to acknowledge the anti-Muslim racism around him, he turns to writing poetry for solace—and in the process finds his voice.
關鍵字詞： adolescence | growing up | outgrowing a friendship | speaking up | learning to value yourself | self-esteem | wanting to stay a kid | speaking out | Doctor Who | supportive parents