“An inventive and heartfelt debut novel.” - The New York Times Baptist's debut novel explores the indomitable spirit of a ten-year-old boy and the superhero strength it takes to grow up.Ī Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year! He could use those powers right about now! Plus, his classmate Angel has a few good ideas of her own-once she stops hassling Isaiah.Īnd when things get really tough, there's Daddy's journal, filled with stories about the amazing Isaiah Dunn, a superhero who gets his powers from beans and rice. Good thing Isaiah can count on his best friend, Sneaky, who always has a scheme for getting around the rules. His little sister, Charlie, asks too many questions, and Mama's gone totally silent. But it's a lot harder than his dad made it look. Adapted from a story that first appeared in Flying Lessons & Other Stories and perfect for fans of The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson. A coming-of-age tale about a boy who proves that with superhero courage-and a few great sidekicks-you can take on even the toughest of odds.
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