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New memoir from George M. Johnson, the New York Times bestselling author of All Boys Aren't Blue—a 'deeply impactful' (Nic Stone), 'striking and joyful' (Laurie Halse Anderson), and 'stunning read' (Publishers Weekly, starred) that celebrates Black boyhood and brotherhood in all its glory. 

This is the vibrant story of George, Garrett, Rall, and Rasul -- four children raised by Nanny, their fiercely devoted grandmother. The boys hold one another close through early brushes with racism, memorable experiences at the family barbershop, and first loves and losses. And with Nanny at their center, they are never broken.

George M. Johnson captures the unique experience of growing up as a Black boy in America through rich family stories that explore themes of vulnerability, sacrifice, and culture.

Complete with touching letters from the grandchildren to their beloved matriarch and a full color photo insert, t

We Are Not Broken

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    A Paperback / softback by George M Johnson

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      Publisher Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
      Published 3 January 2023
      ISBN-13 9780759554634
      978-0759554634
      ISBN-10 0759554633

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      New memoir from George M. Johnson, the New York Times bestselling author of All Boys Aren't Blue—a 'deeply impactful' (Nic Stone), 'striking and joyful' (Laurie Halse Anderson), and 'stunning read' (Publishers Weekly, starred) that celebrates Black boyhood and brotherhood in all its glory. 

      This is the vibrant story of George, Garrett, Rall, and Rasul -- four children raised by Nanny, their fiercely devoted grandmother. The boys hold one another close through early brushes with racism, memorable experiences at the family barbershop, and first loves and losses. And with Nanny at their center, they are never broken.

      George M. Johnson captures the unique experience of growing up as a Black boy in America through rich family stories that explore themes of vulnerability, sacrifice, and culture.

      Complete with touching letters from the grandchildren to their beloved matriarch and a full color photo insert, t

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