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Published
2002
Publisher
Dial Books
Subgenre
Contemporary
Words
24,229
Section
Young Adult

Bronx Masquerade

Nikki Grimes

A class of Bronx students break down stereotypes about each other through Open Mike Fridays, sharing original poems.

  • Coretta Scott King Author Award 2003
  • YALSA Best Books for Young Adults 2003
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Themes

IdentityRace & racismSelf-acceptanceCommunity & schoolPoetry & writing

Mood

Feels inspiring, hopeful, reflective.

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