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Fifteen interrelated stories explore different aspects of love, such as a dying father's determination to help start a family business and the relationship of two teens who plan to remain celibate until they marry.
Quick Summary
Walter Dean Myers serves up fifteen interconnected stories where love shows up in unexpected ways, from a determined dad launching a family business while facing a terminal illness to teens navigating romance with strength and respect. Each story hits different emotions, mixing humor, heart, and real talk about relationships that feel authentic to teen experiences. If your kid loved "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez or enjoys stories with diverse voices and strong community feelings, they'll devour this collection. Perfect for kids in grades 9-12 who want quick, powerful reads that pack big feelings into shorter stories.