Alexander, Kwame,

Booked / by Kwame Alexander ; illustrated by Dawud Anyabwile. - 314 pages : chiefly illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm. - Crossover ; 2. .

"The graphic novel adaptation" --Cover.

Twelve-year-old Nick learns the power of words as he wrestles with problems at home, stands up to a bully, and tries to impress the girl of his dreams. Helping him along are his best friend and sometimes teammate Coby, and The Mac, a rapping librarian who gives Nick inspiring books to read. This electric and heartfelt novel-in-verse bends and breaks as it captures all the thrills and setbacks, action and emotion of a World Cup match.

Ages 10-14.

ISBN: 9780358161820 0358161827 9780358161813

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Soccer
Books
Reading
Self-esteem
Fathers and sons
African Americans

LC Class. No.: PZ

Dewey Class. No.: 741.5