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Winner of the Pura Belpreacute Author AwardIn Meg Medinarsquos compelling new novel a Latina teen is targeted by a bully at her new school mdash and must discover resources she never knew she hadOne morning before school some girl tells Piddy Sanchez that Yaqui Delgado hates her and wants to kick her ass Piddy doesnrsquot even know who Yaqui is never mind what shersquos done to piss her off Word is that Yaqui thinks Piddy is stuck-up shakes her stuff when she walks and isnrsquot Latin enough with her white skin good grades and no accent And Yaqui isnrsquot kidding around so Piddy better watch her back At first Piddy is more concerned with trying to find out more about the father shersquos never met and how to balance honors courses with her weekend job at the neighborhood hair salon But as the harassment escalates avoiding Yaqui and her gang starts to take over Piddyrsquos life Is there any way for Piddy to survive without closing herself off or running away In an all-too-realistic novel Meg Medina portrays a sympathetic heroine who is forced to decide who she really is.
About the Author
Meg Medina is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling author who writes books for young readers of all ages. Her works have been called "lyrical," "heart-warming," and "must-haves for every library collection." She is the 2019 winner of the Newbery medal for MERCI SUAREZ CHANGES GEARS and a two-time winner of the Pura Belpré award, in 2016 (honor) for her picture book, MANGO, ABUELA AND ME, and in 2014 (fiction medal) for her young adult novel, YAQUI DELGADO WANTS TO KICK YOUR ASS. With humor and honesty, Meg's books explore kids, culture, and family, as seen through the eyes of young people. She lives with her family in Richmond, Virginia. Connect with Meg at www.megmedina.com (Photo credit Sonya Sones)
