Good Different

    Good Different

    by Meg Eden Kuyatt

    Ages 8-122021
    Middle Grade

    A heartwarming middle-grade novel about Selah, a young Black girl navigating life with autism and her family's move to a new town. The story explores themes of neurodiversity, self-acceptance, and finding your place in the world as Selah learns to embrace what makes her 'good different.' With authentic representation of autism and Black family dynamics, the book addresses bullying, friendship, and the importance of understanding and celebrating neurological differences.

    2021Published
    Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Realistic Fiction

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    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Frequent
    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Social or Historical Topics
    Moderate
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    None
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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