{"product_id":"act-cool-9780063038578","title":"Act Cool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIn this moving, thought-provoking YA novel from the acclaimed author of Stay Gold, a trans teen walks the fine line between doing whatever it takes for his acting dream and staying true to himself. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 368 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 September 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: HarperCollins Publishers Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Named a Rainbow Book List Title and one of Bank Street Children's Best Books of the Year, this moving, thought-provoking YA novel from the acclaimed author of Stay Gold explores the delicate balance between pursuing one's dreams and staying true to oneself. Aspiring actor August Greene just landed a coveted spot at the prestigious School of Performing Arts in New York. However, his conservative parents refuse to accept his transgender identity. To stay with his aunt in the city, August must promise them he won't transition. Convinced that he can play the part his parents want while maintaining a cool and confident demeanor, August befriends talented new friends. But as the lights dim and the roles become increasingly personal, August questions who he truly is and where he can turn for support. This powerful and relatable story delves into the complexities of identity, acceptance, and the pursuit of one's passions.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Named a Rainbow Book List Title and one of Bank Street Children's Best Books of the Year, this moving, thought-provoking YA novel from the acclaimed author of Stay Gold explores the delicate balance between pursuing one's dreams and staying true to oneself. Aspiring actor August Greene just landed a coveted spot at the prestigious School of Performing Arts in New York. However, his conservative parents refuse to accept his transgender identity. To stay with his aunt in the city, August must promise them he won't transition. Convinced that he can play the part his parents want while maintaining a cool and confident demeanor, August befriends talented new friends. But as the lights dim and the roles become increasingly personal, August questions who he truly is and where he can turn for support. This powerful and relatable story delves into the complexities of identity, acceptance, and the pursuit of one's passions.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 322g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 134 x 203 x 25 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780063038578\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tobly McSmith","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44566858105082,"sku":"9780063038578","price":6.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1694773648845_book.jpg?v=1694862486","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/act-cool-9780063038578","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}