Award-winning author and artist Mike Curato draws on his own experiences in Flamer, his debut graphic novel, telling a difficult story with humor, compassion, and love.
"This book will save lives." —Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of National Book Award Finalist Hey, Kiddo
I know I'm not gay. Gay boys like other boys. I hate boys. They're mean, and scary, and they're always destroying something or saying something dumb or both.
I hate that word. Gay. It makes me feel . . . unsafe.
It's the summer between middle school and high school, and Aiden Navarro is away at camp. Everyone's going through changes—but for Aiden, the stakes feel higher. As he navigates friendships, deals with bullies, and spends time with Elias (a boy he can't stop thinking about), he finds himself on a path of self-discovery and acceptance.
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- Mike Curato - Author
- Mike Curato - Illustrator
OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781250803948
- Release date: September 1, 2020

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English
Levels
ATOS Level:3.2
Interest Level:9-12(UG)
Text Difficulty:0-2
Award-winning author and artist Mike Curato draws on his own experiences in Flamer, his debut graphic novel, telling a difficult story with humor, compassion, and love.
"This book will save lives." —Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of National Book Award Finalist Hey, Kiddo
I know I'm not gay. Gay boys like other boys. I hate boys. They're mean, and scary, and they're always destroying something or saying something dumb or both.
I hate that word. Gay. It makes me feel . . . unsafe.
It's the summer between middle school and high school, and Aiden Navarro is away at camp. Everyone's going through changes—but for Aiden, the stakes feel higher. As he navigates friendships, deals with bullies, and spends time with Elias (a boy he can't stop thinking about), he finds himself on a path of self-discovery and acceptance.
Godwin Books

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Details
Publisher:
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Awards:OverDrive Read
ISBN: 9781250803948
Release date: September 1, 2020
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Creators
- Mike Curato - Author
- Mike Curato - Illustrator
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Formats
OverDrive Read
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Languages
English
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Levels
ATOS Level: 3.2
Interest Level: 9-12(UG)
Text Difficulty: 0-2
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Reviews
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