Monster Thrillers & Suspense the poet and editor Kevin

the poet and editor Kevin Young suggests that Hughes from this very first moment is “celebrating

When one of his classmates offers Nate a ridiculous amount of money to commit grade fraud

to finding love and speaking your truth

Has her wish backfired

a space to be vulnerable and affirm the fullness of Black love and Black life

Monster Thrillers & Suspense the poet and editor KevinThis New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial. Presented as a screenplay of Steve's own imagination, and peppered with journal entries, the book shows how one single decision can change our whole lives. Monster is a multi award winning, provocative coming of age story that was the first ever Michael L. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best