{"product_id":"needlework-julia-watts-9781953103079","title":"Needlework","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e***\"Great Reads from Great Places\" selection by State of Tennessee for Library of Congress National Book Festival\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e***Honorable Mention, Foreword Indies award for Young Adult Fiction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e***Lambda Literary Recommended LGBTQ+ Young Adult Fiction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn rural Kentucky, 16-year-old Kody loves quilting, cooking, and Dolly Parton and helps his grandma with the challenges of his mother's opioid addiction, until the discovery of a shocking family secret changes everything.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn this captivating LGBTQ+ young adult tale that weaves together the heartwarming authenticity of Phil Stamper's work and the empowering spirit of Aiden Thomas, Kody embarks on a quest for truth, defying societal expectations and embracing his true LGBTQ+ identity. Julia Watts weaves a tender and empowering narrative that celebrates the vibrancy of femme identity, individuality, and the unwavering pursuit of authenticity, even in the face of shocking revelations. Discover the power of resilience, chosen family bonds, and the extraordinary path to self-discovery in the pages of \u003cb\u003eNeedlework\u003c\/b\u003e, a must-read for readers seeking a heartfelt LGBTQ+ tale that captivates with its authenticity, explores the complexities of family dynamics, and reminds us that embracing our true selves can lead to incredible personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a glowing review, Publishers Weekly hails \u003cb\u003eNeedlework\u003c\/b\u003e as a \"powerful and resonant exploration of identity, family, and self-discovery.\" This remarkable novel takes readers on a transformative journey, delving deep into the complexities of Kody's life, his unwavering spirit, and the extraordinary strength found within the stitches of love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Julia Watts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1953103073\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781953103079\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Three Rooms Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/05\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.75lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.11h x 5.43w x 0.79d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAward:\u003c\/b\u003e Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards - Honorable Mention\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 08\/01\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e 09\/27\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 10\/01\/2021 pg. 98\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e 10\/15\/2021 pg. 51","brand":"Julia Watts","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44052405813503,"sku":"9781953103079","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_c2ac0452-610d-4a3a-b80e-57d3806dc28d.jpg?v=1685018612","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/needlework-julia-watts-9781953103079","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}