While Walt focuses on his program of jazz, podcasts, batting cages, and a 'Hug Life' mentality, Noah feels stuck in status quo … until he stumbles on a stash of old love letters. Never mind he and Noah failed to make their baseball team yet again, and Noah's crush since third grade, Sam, has him firmly in the friend zone. In this YA novel in verse from bestselling authors Kwame Alexander and Mary Rand Hess (Solo), which Kirkus called 'lively, moving, and heartfelt' in a starred review, Noah and Walt just want to leave their geek days behind and find 'cool,' but in the process discover a lot about first loves, friendship, and embracing life … as well as why Black Lives Matter is so important for all.īest friends Noah and Walt are far from popular, but Walt is convinced junior year is their year, and he has a plan that includes wooing the girls of their dreams and becoming amazing athletes. Aircraft & Spacecraft: General Interest.Ships, Boats & Waterways: General Interest.Road & Motor Vehicles: General Interest.

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