For fans of Gene Luen Yang’s American Born Chinese and Svetlana Chmakova’s Awkward

uplifting ways

it sounds different

and connected to the world above through a sea cave

After the pain and confusion of losing her closest friend to suicide

Together We Swim Lyz Lenz For fans of Gene LuenA 2023 Kirkus Prize Finalist! "Black family pride and joy abound."Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Joy filled."Booklist, starred review A joyful, encouraging ode to a mother and sons relationship and the unforgettable experience of a child's first swimming lessons. Jumping into the water can be more than a little scary! But with Moms steady arms theres no fear of sinking. With a kick, a splash, and his familys cheers of encouragement, one determined