LoveReading4Kids Says
Glitter Boy is about James, who loves music and performing. He’s invited to sing in a surprise choir performance for his teacher’s wedding, but his father expresses discomfort because the ceremony involves two men getting married.
James himself is experiencing homophobic teasing at school, and is starting to see patterns of intolerance from people he loves and in the world outside of his Nan’s acceptance.
Glitter Boy is a nuanced, heart-warming and character led story of finding joy and love outside of other people’s narrow beliefs. It confronts prejudice with a gentle but truthful touch. Ian Eagleton is a writer with a strong narrative style and this Middle Grade is a beautiful addition to the growing library of LGBTQ+ books. ~ Elle McNicoll's Book of the Month, Guest Editor February 2023
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Glitter Boy Synopsis
A Polari-Prize-winning author presents an unforgettable story about a boy facing up to bullying - and his own truths.
James loves dancing, poetry, and Mariah Carey (not in that order, though, because Mariah would obviously be first!). His teacher, Mr Hamilton, is getting married to his boyfriend and it seems that James will be part of a surprise choir performance at the wedding.
But James's father seems uncomfortable about the plan, and a lot of other things - like any mention of Mr Hamilton, and James's dancing, and how James talks about his new friend Joel. Meanwhile, a different boy has been harassing James at school and calling him gay, and it's getting worse every day. James can find relief with his beloved Nan, she's been having worrying falls, and James can't tell anyone, or she might be sent to a faraway care home.
The secrets are building up, and James is starting to lose his characteristic spark. Can he find the strength to let the truth out? A joyful, raw and timely novel about family, friends, enemies, and being true to who you really are.
About This Edition
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9780702317828 |
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2nd February 2023 |
| Author: |
Ian Eagleton |
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Scholastic |
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Paperback |
| Pagination: |
348 pages |
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