Bestselling author Laurie Halse Anderson is known for the unflinching way she writes about, and advocates for, survivors of sexual assault. Now, inspired by her fans and enraged by how little in our culture has changed since her groundbreaking novel Speak was first published twenty years ago, she has written a poetry memoir that is as vulnerable as it is rallying, as timely as it is timeless. In free verse, Anderson shares reflections, rants, and calls to action woven between deeply personal stories from her life that she's never written about before. Described as "powerful," "captivating," and "essential" in the nine starred reviews it's received, this must-read memoir is being hailed as one of 2019's best books for teens and adults. A denouncement of our society's failures and a love letter to all the people with the courage to say #MeToo and #TimesUp, whether aloud, online, or only in their own hearts, SHOUT speaks truth to power in a loud, clear voice-- and once you hear it, it is impossible to ignore.
Bestselling author Laurie Halse Anderson is known for the unflinching way she writes about, and advocates for, survivors of sexual assault. Now, inspired by her fans and enraged by how little in our culture has changed since her groundbreaking novel Speak was first published twenty years ago, she has written a poetry memoir that is as vulnerable as it is rallying, as timely as it is timeless. In free verse, Anderson shares reflections, rants, and calls to action woven between deeply personal stories from her life that she's never written about before. Described as "powerful," "captivating," and "essential" in the nine starred reviews it's received, this must-read memoir is being hailed as one of 2019's best books for teens and adults. A denouncement of our society's failures and a love letter to all the people with the courage to say #MeToo and #TimesUp, whether aloud, online, or only in their own hearts, SHOUT speaks truth to power in a loud, clear voice-- and once you hear it, it is impossible to ignore.
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Groundbreaking young adult fiction and children's literature often open difficult conversations around trauma, bodily autonomy, and resilience, a standard established by the novel Speak. Laurie Halse Anderson has written across young adult fiction, historical fiction, and children's series that have sold over eight million copies worldwide. Recognized for addressing complex real-world topics with honesty, sensitivity, and humor, her work gives voice to young people navigating personal hardship, censorship, and historical crisis.
Born Laurie Beth Halse on October 23, 1961, in Potsdam, New York, Anderson began her writing career with picture books and children's novels before achieving major critical recognition in young adult fiction. Her groundbreaking novel Speak brought national attention to young adult literature addressing sexual violence and trauma, becoming a National Book Award finalist. She earned another National Book Award finalist nomination for Chains, an acclaimed historical novel set during the American Revolution that was also short-listed for the Carnegie Medal in the United Kingdom and received the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction. Her contemporary young adult novel The Impossible Knife of Memory and her verse memoir Shout, which addresses surviving sexual assault at age thirteen, were both long-listed for the National Book Awards. Sweden's Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award nominated Anderson seven times before honoring her with the prize in 2023, and the American Library Association presented her with the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her significant, lasting contribution to young adult literature. In addition to her literary accomplishments, Anderson is a member of RAINN's National Leadership Council, frequently speaks about sexual violence, and has been recognized for her advocacy for intellectual freedom by the National Coalition Against Censorship and the National Council of Teachers of English.
Anderson's writing is characterized by authentic teenage voices, thorough historical research, and a clear balance of emotional gravity and humor. Whether depicting contemporary adolescent struggles or historical struggles for freedom, her narratives center on truth-telling, personal recovery, and personal agency. Her work for younger readers, including series entries such as Fight for Life, Trickster, Treading Water, Fear of Falling, Time to Fly, New Beginnings, Masks, Homeless, Manatee Blues, and Storm rescue, explores themes of empathy, civic responsibility, and animal welfare, reflecting her enduring conviction that books provide vital comfort and perspective when life is challenging.
12 books in catalog
Groundbreaking young adult fiction and children's literature often open difficult conversations around trauma, bodily autonomy, and resilience, a standard established by the novel Speak. Laurie Halse Anderson has written across young adult fiction, historical fiction, and children's series that have sold over eight million copies worldwide. Recognized for addressing complex real-world topics with honesty, sensitivity, and humor, her work gives voice to young people navigating personal hardship, censorship, and historical crisis.
Born Laurie Beth Halse on October 23, 1961, in Potsdam, New York, Anderson began her writing career with picture books and children's novels before achieving major critical recognition in young adult fiction. Her groundbreaking novel Speak brought national attention to young adult literature addressing sexual violence and trauma, becoming a National Book Award finalist. She earned another National Book Award finalist nomination for Chains, an acclaimed historical novel set during the American Revolution that was also short-listed for the Carnegie Medal in the United Kingdom and received the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction. Her contemporary young adult novel The Impossible Knife of Memory and her verse memoir Shout, which addresses surviving sexual assault at age thirteen, were both long-listed for the National Book Awards. Sweden's Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award nominated Anderson seven times before honoring her with the prize in 2023, and the American Library Association presented her with the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her significant, lasting contribution to young adult literature. In addition to her literary accomplishments, Anderson is a member of RAINN's National Leadership Council, frequently speaks about sexual violence, and has been recognized for her advocacy for intellectual freedom by the National Coalition Against Censorship and the National Council of Teachers of English.
Anderson's writing is characterized by authentic teenage voices, thorough historical research, and a clear balance of emotional gravity and humor. Whether depicting contemporary adolescent struggles or historical struggles for freedom, her narratives center on truth-telling, personal recovery, and personal agency. Her work for younger readers, including series entries such as Fight for Life, Trickster, Treading Water, Fear of Falling, Time to Fly, New Beginnings, Masks, Homeless, Manatee Blues, and Storm rescue, explores themes of empathy, civic responsibility, and animal welfare, reflecting her enduring conviction that books provide vital comfort and perspective when life is challenging.
