The Kindest RedThe sequel to the acclaimed New York Times bestseller The Proudest Blue shows the power of friendship and kindness, from Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad. It's picture day and Faizah can't wait to wear her special red dress with matching hair ribbons, passed down from her mother and sister. Faizah's teacher starts the day by asking her students to envision the kind of world they want, inspiring Faizah and her friends to spend the day helping one

Zuri fights to find her place in Bushwick's changing landscape

There are many reasons to feel different

Just as she finds her footing in this strange new world

he's navigated what it means to be Greek-Cypriot and Jamaican--but never quite feeling Greek or Black enough

and it even shows up in the most important relationship you will ever have--the one with yourself

enraged and exhausted by the racism at her elite college

and resilience will resonate with readers of all ages

But they share an affinity for sports that brings glory to their Connecticut town and promise for the future

she realizes that Mizan is not who she thought he was

he discovers his wings need to get a little bit longer and stronger

Asghar seamlessly braids together marginalized people's histories with her own understanding of identity

from Cuba to Mexico