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Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
Why is 'straight' the default? Simon's got questions, and a secret email crush. 🏳️🌈
Who it's for
Simon's funny, warm voice and the anonymous email romance with 'Blue' make coming out feel less like a tragedy and more like a normal, exciting part of growing up.
Anxious→Hopeful
Feelings it meets
What it is
Becky Albertalli's 2015 debut novel follows Simon Spier, a closeted gay high school student who has been exchanging emails with another closeted student known only as 'Blue.' When classmate Martin discovers the correspondence, he threatens to expose Simon unless Simon helps him pursue their friend Abby.
Where to find it
In print; widely available from libraries (Libby/Hoopla where licensed) and as an ebook and an unabridged audiobook.
Before you start
Heads up: Being outed and homophobic bullying.
Age: Ages 14+
The waterfall sings, "I find my song, when I find my freedom."Rabindranath Tagore, Stray Birds, no. 36
