Waiting for Wednesday (86)

Waiting On Wednesday is a weekly meme, hosted at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we seriously can’t wait for.

Here's my pick for the week, that I seriously can't wait for:

Gracefully Grayson

by Ami Polonsky

Publication Date: November 4, 2014

Alone at home, twelve-year-old Grayson Sender glows, immersed in beautiful thoughts and dreams. But at school, Grayson grasps at shadows, determined to fly under the radar. Because Grayson has been holding onto a secret for what seems like forever: “he” is a girl on the inside, stuck in the wrong gender’s body.

The weight of this secret is crushing, but leaving it behind would mean facing ridicule, scorn, and rejection. Despite these dangers, Grayson’s true self itches to break free. Strengthened by an unexpected friendship and a caring teacher who gives her a chance to step into the spotlight, Grayson might finally have the tools to let her inner light shine.

Debut author Ami Polonsky’s moving, beautifully-written novel shines with the strength of a young person’s spirit and the enduring power of acceptance.

(Summary from Goodreads)

Even though this book is already out, I haven't gotten my grubby hands on it yet, so that's why it's my pick for this week's WOW.  I love reading books that feature teens identifying on the queer spectrum, and there has been a lot of great ones published recently.  Of course there are still groups within the queer community that are underrepresented within YA books, and trans-individuals are one group.  I think this will be a really heartbreaking and inspirational book, with a lot of tears and smiles waiting for me.

What book are you waiting for?

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