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July 15, 2013
Review of Sprout by Dale Peck
Sprout by Dale PeckMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
What really caught my attention about this book, wasn't the secret that Sprout was trying (or not trying) to tell. It was all the other things. I guess that was the point of the book. His secret wasn't really a secret. It was something, as he states towards the end of the book, that everyone knew but him.
I loved the truth behind this book. The way it's written, allowed me as the reader to be placed directly into Sprout's shoes. This wasn't just because it was told in first person. Going back and forth between the current story and the essays that told about his past is what helped me to fully understand him as a person. It comes down to the basic idea that Sprout new who is was, but was afraid that other people would judge him for it. How could he not think this way? His father judged him by not caring, his teacher judged him by caring too much, and his best friend judged him merely out of jealousy. The one thing that really defined him became something of a ball and chain. So he fixated on other aspects of himself - more physical ones to be more exact - such as dying his hair green.
To me, his green hair gave the other kids a more tangible thing to make fun of versus the other, more personal thing that would have actually hurt a lot more. Being gay wasn't his "secret", but really it was the thing that formed his problem: not being able to say, "I love you".
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July 9, 2013
FREE GIVEAWAY!!!
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May 23, 2013
I'll get there. It better be worth the trip. (REVIEW)
I'll Get There. It Better Be Worth The Trip by John DonovanMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
What I loved so much about this novel was the idea that it doesn't necessarily end on a happy note. Things aren't completely resolved in Davy's world, and the notion of "I'll get there..." really comes into play. By the end, of the book he's still just a 13 year old boy, which shows he's no where near figuring his life out yet. He has, however, come to a much better place of understanding and respect with his special friend.
I think this is one of the most honest and truthful gay young adult novels out there. No wonder John Donovon is respected for this work so much. He really did set a precedent for future authors of the same category.
Brilliant read for all ages!
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April 16, 2013
"it's okay to be happy" - first look!
Here is a look at the first few seconds of the "it's okay to be happy" campaign!
April 12, 2013
Huge Congrats!
I wanted to share with you that because of your purchases of Small Circles during the first few weeks of April, I am now going to be able to donate $50 in royalties to The Human Rights Campaign! Great job guys! This is actually really great because I get about $2 per book! Every little bit counts! Thanks for showing your support and I hope you enjoy reading!
-M.
March 31, 2013
SMALL CIRCLES OUT NOW!
Happy Book Release everyone!!! The ebook version is up NOW on amazon.com :)
BUY IT HERE!
The paperback version of Small Circles has not shown up yet on amazon, but it should be there sometime today... if not DEFINITELY tomorrow! I'll keep everyone posted :)
Small Circles is the story of four friends over four years of their young adult lives in Tennessee. Starting in their sophomore year at a boarding school and continuing through their freshman years at different universities, the friends face the same trials most teenagers face today, as well as a few other things. This inspiring story touches base with the struggles of defining oneself in spite of homosexuality, drug addiction, suicide, and heartbreak. Most of all it sends one message: it’s okay to be happy.
BUY IT HERE!
The paperback version of Small Circles has not shown up yet on amazon, but it should be there sometime today... if not DEFINITELY tomorrow! I'll keep everyone posted :)
Small Circles is the story of four friends over four years of their young adult lives in Tennessee. Starting in their sophomore year at a boarding school and continuing through their freshman years at different universities, the friends face the same trials most teenagers face today, as well as a few other things. This inspiring story touches base with the struggles of defining oneself in spite of homosexuality, drug addiction, suicide, and heartbreak. Most of all it sends one message: it’s okay to be happy.
