Ana on the Edge

Name: Ana on the Edge
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780316458627
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By A. J. Sass

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Summary

Ana on the Edge by A. J. Sass tells the story of Ana, a competitive figure skater who finds herself questioning her identity and the world around her after learning her skating programme will be gendered as a princess routine. As Ana navigates competitions and friendships, she begins a journey of self-discovery, facing the pressures of the sport while exploring what it means to truly be herself. The novel delicately addresses the theme of identity in a compelling and nuanced way.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartfelt stories about self-discovery and identity. It offers a compelling narrative about a young figure skater grappling with questions of gender identity while navigating the pressures of competitive sports. Perfect for young readers seeking a story of courage and personal growth.

Ana on the Edge

Perfect for fans of George and Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World: a heartfelt coming of age story about a nonbinary character navigating a binary world.

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Twelve-year-old Ana-Marie Jin, the reigning US Juvenile figure skating champion, is not a frilly dress kind of kid. So, when Ana learns that next season's programme will be princess themed, doubt forms fast. Still, Ana tries to focus on training and putting together a stellar routine worthy of national success.

Once Ana meets Hayden, a transgender boy new to the rink, thoughts about the princess programme and gender identity begin to take centre stage. And when Hayden mistakes Ana for a boy, Ana doesn't correct him and finds comfort in this boyish identity when he's around. As their friendship develops, Ana realises that it's tricky juggling two different identities on one slippery sheet of ice.

With a major competition approaching, Ana must decide whether telling everyone the truth is worth risking years of hard work and sacrifice.

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Acclaimed for its sensitive storytelling, Ana on the Edge gracefully balances the protagonist's passion for figure skating while exploring themes of self-discovery and coming out. With vivid depictions and nuanced character portrayals, the book is praised for filling a crucial gap on LGBTQ+ middle-grade shelves, offering a hopeful narrative that authentically reflects the author's personal experiences. It's described as heartfelt and engaging, providing both an insider's view of figure skating and a profound exploration of nonbinary identity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316458627

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 192.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 400

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A. J. Sass Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational LGBTQ+

About the Author

A. J. Sass (he/them) is a writer, editor, and competitive skater. A long-time figure skater, he has passed his U.S. Figure Skating Senior Moves in the Field and Free Skate tests, medaled twice at the U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships, and currently dabbles in ice dance. A. J. lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his boyfriend and two cats who act like dogs. Ana on the Edge is his first novel.

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