SHARON G. FLAKE

AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR
1.5 MILLION BOOKS SOLD

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The Family I’m In is the final novel in the I’m In trilogy.  This time the boy’s tell the story.  John-John, who bullied Maleeka in The Skin I’m In, is sixteen and half now and eager to have a girlfriend for the  first time.  He also wants his father to accept him for who he is, a nerd who loves archery, is the  only boy in the book club and ends up working on a library bus for the summer.  This novel is about boys and the men in their lives, expectations we place on young men and fathers, and one long hot summer when John-John and Caleb find out just who they are and what they each are capable of. 

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“Before incredible movements and monikers like Black Girls Rock, Black Girl Magic, and Well-Read Black Girl, there was The Skin I’m In.”

Jason Reynolds

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MEET SHARON

Sharon G. Flake is the author of the groundbreaking novel, The Skin I’m In which brought a bold dimension to literature for young readers.   Now considered a modern classic, the book is used in classrooms worldwide and studied by experts in education and literature.

AMAZON’S AUTHOR PICK

BOOK OF THE YEAR,
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK LIBRARIONS

CORETTA SCOTT KING JOHN-STEPTOE NEW TALENT AWARD WINNER

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MEET SHARON

Sharon G. Flake is the author of the groundbreaking novel, The Skin I’m In which brought a bold dimension to literature for young readers.   Now considered a modern classic, the book is used in classrooms worldwide and studied by experts in education and literature.

AMAZON’S AUTHOR PICK

BOOK OF THE YEAR,
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK LIBRARIONS

CORETTA SCOTT KING JOHN-STEPTOE NEW TALENT AWARD WINNER

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Without you, my work would not have the same reach and impact. So, thanks for all that you do. Please feel free to use the following video in your classroom. If you are looking for additional ways to use my work, consider putting on a Battle of the Books Sharon G. Flake style. Battle competitions may be held in class, between classes or schools. Email me if you would like battle materials, or guides to some of my books.

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WORDS FROM READERS

“Money Hungry was one of the  first full books  I finished after moving here from Korea at 10 years old, not knowing any English. I’m 35 now  and it’s still imprinted on my mind.  My mom and I moved here without anything, not knowing anyone–we didn’t even have much money (or room!) for books, but I distinctly remember picking out and buying your book–and when young me was struggling alone to understand this whole new world, your book showed me its soul.  Thank you so much for your work over the years.  You made us readers, Ms. Flake.”
– Caroline Seo
Ms. Flake you are the first book I ever remember wanting to read.  It wasn’t an assignment.  My mom bought me The Skin I’m In at 12.  I’m 35 now.  You changed how I see myself.  You changed how I interacted with others…your words are in my DNA.
– @indeegoat
“I have extremely low self-esteem, self-confidence and self-worth. In a way, your book has helped me keep my head up. And without the reassurance that the color of my skin doesn’t make me uglier, I do believe I wouldn’t be living. Thank you sooo much.
You’re truly a blessing.”
– STUDENT, TENNESE
“If you can open your heart and mind, and close your eyes, this book is a live document. The characters are alive, and each emotion; the fear, sadness, pride are each alive as an individual character. I couldn’t put it down, and I look forward to reading everything Ms. Flake has created!”
– DC
“This is such a powerful coming of age story! As a school librarian, I read this book to approve it for purchase. It was definitely approved. There are so many topics to unpack in this book – self esteem, cultural diversity, friend relationships, peer pressure, social standing, criminal actions, and bullying just to name a few.”
– Jeanie Lemon, Librarian

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