Absolutely love this book and how it made me feel. As a black woman I felt heard and seen by reading these stories! Headed to read Cool. Awkward. Black. and Fresh Ink next.

This book helped me open my eyes to what African-Americans do on a regular basis. To all you racists! Blacks are humans just like you! We shouldn’t discriminate just because of skin color! Sincerely, A white person

I did not know what to expect with this book. I am neither Black nor a “young adult” but the title intrigued me so I started reading it. Worth every penny I spent and the stories these young people tell are enlightening. Black, White Young or “old” ALL of these kids just tell it like it is—and they do not apologize either. They have LOTS of density issues and are just trying to be themselves—whatever that is. They ALL have dreams, are willing to work hard to attain those dreams and they have to deal with the predjudices of just being Black—not from “the other side” but even from their own family and friends! Very insightful and thought-provoking and a must-read for anyone