Junebug: A Novel

Junebug is a middle-grade novel that follows the experiences of a Black boy growing up in the South during the 1950s and 60s. It depicts his journey to find self-worth despite societal discrimination and shows how familial support and community involvement can help him rise above anger and discrimination and discover his dreams.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 26 October 2023
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing llc

A fictionalized account of Wilson Edward Reed, PhDs experience growing up Black in the South during the 1950s and 60s, Junebug is a middle-grade novel that showcases the resilience and determination of individuals facing hardships, such as those experienced under Jim Crow. Filled with humor and heartache, Junebug depicts a young person's journey to find self-worth amidst the negative messaging of American society that seeks to define one's identity and future. The story follows Junebug's adventures with his friends, the loss of his mother, and his struggles with racial discrimination, leading him to set his sights beyond Mississippi. After embarking on a 2,600-mile bus journey to Seattle, Junebug is encouraged by his three aunts to pursue a college degree while also showcasing his spiritual and emotional growth. Drawing inspiration from the Sankofa bird, Junebug is able to make peace with his past and use that knowledge to move forward, taking responsibility for his mistakes and forgiving those who have hurt him. Junebug serves as a powerful testament to the transformative power of familial support and community involvement, demonstrating how motivated individuals can rise above anger and discrimination and achieve their dreams.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781631959349