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Book Synopsis: “Every so often a book comes along that is so brave and necessary, it extends a lifeline when it’s needed most. This is one of those books.” —Katherine Applegate, author of the Newbery Medal–winning, The One and Only Ivan
Revered teacher, librarian, and story ambassador John Schu explores anorexia—and self-expression as an act of survival—in a wrenching and transformative novel-in-verse.
But another voice inside me says, We need help. We’re going to die.
Jake volunteers at a nursing home because he likes helping people. He likes skating and singing, playing Bingo and Name That Tune, and reading mysteries and comics aloud to his teachers. He also likes avoiding people his own age . . . and the cruelty of mirrors . . . and food. Jake has read about kids like him in books—the weird one, the outsider—and would do anything not to be that kid, including shrink himself down to nothing. But the less he eats, the bigger he feels. How long can Jake punish himself before he truly disappears?
A fictionalized account of the author’s experiences and emotions living in residential treatment facilities as a young teen with an eating disorder, Louder than Hunger is a triumph of raw honesty. With a deeply personal afterword for context, this much-anticipated verse novel is a powerful model for muffling the destructive voices inside, managing and articulating pain, and embracing self-acceptance, support, and love.
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Are you ready to immerse yourself in a gripping and transformative novel? Louder Than Hunger is a book that will captivate your heart and leave a lasting impact on your soul. From revered teacher and storyteller, John Schu, comes a tale that explores the depths of anorexia and the power of self-expression as a means of survival.
With a book like Louder Than Hunger, you have the opportunity to discover a lifeline that will pull you in and offer solace when you need it the most. This is not just any ordinary book; it is a powerful journey into the minds of those who face their inner demons on a daily basis.
Jake, the main character, takes you on an emotional rollercoaster as he volunteers at a nursing home, trying to find meaning in helping others. Through his love for skating, singing, and playing games, he tries to avoid the cruelty of mirrors and his intense fear of food. As Jake's story unfolds, you'll find yourself reflecting on the power of self-acceptance, support, and love.
As an account influenced by the author's real-life experiences living in residential treatment facilities as a young teen with an eating disorder, Louder Than Hunger is a testament to the triumph of raw honesty. This much-anticipated verse novel serves as a guide on how to mute the destructive voices inside and find solace in managing and articulating pain.
Are you ready to embark on this incredible literary journey? Dive into Louder Than Hunger and witness the triumph of the human spirit. Embrace the power of self-acceptance and be inspired to share your own story of strength. Get your copy of Louder Than Hunger today and join Jake on his path to self-discovery and acceptance. Click here to discover more!
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