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• I Have Something to Tell You

  a Memoir

  Buttigieg, Chasten, 1989-

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  p.208 (Gr.9+) A moving, hopeful, and refreshingly candid memoir by the husband of former Democratic presidential candidate about growing up gay in his small Midwestern town.

• Disappearing Act

  a True Story

  Castle, Jiordan

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  p.318 (Gr. 9+) Jiordan's unconventional family faced upheaval when the FBI intervened, leading to her father's imprisonment and a transformed existence. Amidst societal conformity and personal struggles, she grappled with her father's absence and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Black Internet Effect

  Charles, Shavone

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  p.64 (Gr. 9+) Shavone Charles shares her journey from a small college in Merced to influential tech realms like Google and Twitter, culminating in Forbes 30 Under 30. Her narrative aims to inspire others to carve their paths in challenging…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• This Indian Kid

  a Native American Memoir

  Chuculate, Eddie D.,

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  p.207 (Gr.9+) Eddie Chuculate reflects on his upbringing in rural Oklahoma, navigating poverty and cultural identity. Amidst the challenges, he finds solace in his Native American heritage, crafting a poignant narrative of resilience and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Nearer My Freedom

  the Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself

  Edinger, Monica, 1952-

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  p.216 (Gr. 9+) Follow Olaudah Equiano from his life in Africa as a child to his enslavement at a young age, his travels across the ocean, his liberation, and his life as a free man.

• Murder Among Friends

  How Leopold and Loeb Tried to Commit the Perfect Crime

  Fleming, Candace

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  p.355 (Gr. 9+) The harrowing story of how two wealthy, brilliant young men planned and committed what became known as the crime of the century, how they were caught, and why they confessed.

• A Whole New Ball Game

  the Story of the All-american Girls Professional Baseball League

  Macy, Sue

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  p.140 (Gr. 9+) In 1943, female athletes in the AAGPBL defied norms, showcasing skill and resilience on the baseball field. Sue Macy recounts their journey, highlighting challenges and victories, shaping perceptions of gender roles in America.

• Devotion

  An Epic Story of Heroism and Friendship ; Adapted for Young Adults

  Makos, Adam

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  p.347 (Gr. 9+) The tale of aviators Tom Hudner and Jesse Brown, transcend racial and economic divides to defend their country during the Korean War, capturing the challenges and camaraderie of their daring missions.

• From Here

  a Memoir

  Mufleh, Luma

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  p.303 (Gr.9+) Refugee advocate Luma Mufleh writes of her tumultuous journey to reconcile her identity as a gay Muslim woman and a proud Arab-turned-American refugee.

• Abuela, Don't Forget Me

  Ogle, Rex

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  p.198 (Gr. 9+) Rex Ogle pays tribute to his steadfast Abuela, whose warmth, wisdom, and sanctuary in Abilene shaped his tumultuous coming of age, instilling hope and belief in a brighter future.

• A Quantum Life

  My Unlikely Journey From the Street to the Stars

  Oluseyi, Hakeem M. (Hakeem Muata),

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  p.333 (Gr.9+) Born into poverty, James Edward Plummer navigates adversity with his genius IQ and passion for science.