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Booked

By Kwame Alexander
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Booked by Kwame Alexander follows the story of a 12-year-old soccer enthusiast named Nick who navigates the challenges of adolescence. Through a combination of humour, sports, and poetry, Nick deals with everyday issues like school, friendships, and family dynamics, all while discovering the power of words. It's a heartwarming tale that captures the essence of growing up and finding one's identity.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to a dynamic blend of poetry and storytelling in a format that resonates with young readers. The story is heartfelt and engaging, focusing on themes of family, friendship, and personal growth, making it appealing to those who appreciate discovering life lessons through the rhythm of verse. With its relatable protagonist and vibrant language, it's perfect for readers who enjoy sports narratives and the emotional journey of growing up.

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Booked

Like lightning/you strike/fast and free/legs zoom/down field/eyes fixed/on the checkered ball/on the goal/ten yards to go/can’t nobody stop you/can’t nobody cop you…Twelve-year-old Nick is a football-mad boy who absolutely hates books.

Nominated for the Carnegie Medal. Highly commended for the CLPE Poetry Award. Follow Nick's trials and triumphs on and off the pitch in Kwame Alexander's New York Times-bestselling follow-up to The Crossover

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Like lightning/you strike/fast and free/legs zoom/down field/eyes fixed/on the checkered ball/on the goal/ten yards to go/can't nobody stop you/can't nobody cop you...

Twelve-year-old Nick is a football-mad boy who absolutely hates books. In this follow-up to the Newbery-winning novel The Crossover, football, family, love, and friendship take centre stage as Nick tries to figure out how to navigate his parents' break-up, stand up to bullies, and impress the girl of his dreams.

These challenges—which seem even harder than scoring a tie-breaking, game-winning goal—change his life, as well as his best friend's. This energetic novel-in-verse by the poet Kwame Alexander captures all the thrills and setbacks, the action and emotion of a World Cup match.

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Booked by Kwame Alexander receives glowing praise for its engaging rhythm and irresistible wordplay. It's celebrated for its emotional resonance, relatable protagonist, and celebration of reading, making it a satisfying and winning choice for children.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783444656

Publisher: Andersen Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Andersen Press Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 256g

Pages: 320

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2025 Best Sellers Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Featured In Stock Kid's Books Kwame Alexander Young Adult

About the Author

Kwame Alexander is a poet, educator, and the New York Times bestselling author of 28+ books, including The Undefeated, Booked and Rebound, the follow-up to his Newbery medal-winning middle grade novel, The Crossover. He's also the Founding Editor of Versify, an imprint that publishes fiction and poetry for children and young adults.

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