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A review by celjla212
Fresh Ink by Lamar Giles
4.0
Featuring a collection of short stories written by diverse authors and about characters that seem to be rarely featured in the majority of YA books, Fresh Ink offers something for everyone.
A couple of standout stories were: "Don't Pass Me By" by Eric Gainsworth. In this tale, a Native American boy celebrates his background in a time where most like him seemed to be trying to hide it. It was beautiful to see him claim himself and stand up for those who couldn't or wouldn't say anything. "Meet Cute" by Malinda Lo--a love story, or a beginning of one. This was exactly as its' title suggests. Two girls meet at a convention and get to know each other through unconventional means. The dialogue felt real and appropriate for the age of the characters. "Catch, Pull, Drive" is about a transgender swimmer, and how just one person standing up for what's right can really make a difference in a life.
This anthology is perfect for this point in time, where more and more teens are feeling free to be who they really are and express it to the world. Inclusion is important, and no matter your race, gender, sexuality, or ethnicity, you will find a story you like in Fresh Ink.
A couple of standout stories were: "Don't Pass Me By" by Eric Gainsworth. In this tale, a Native American boy celebrates his background in a time where most like him seemed to be trying to hide it. It was beautiful to see him claim himself and stand up for those who couldn't or wouldn't say anything. "Meet Cute" by Malinda Lo--a love story, or a beginning of one. This was exactly as its' title suggests. Two girls meet at a convention and get to know each other through unconventional means. The dialogue felt real and appropriate for the age of the characters. "Catch, Pull, Drive" is about a transgender swimmer, and how just one person standing up for what's right can really make a difference in a life.
This anthology is perfect for this point in time, where more and more teens are feeling free to be who they really are and express it to the world. Inclusion is important, and no matter your race, gender, sexuality, or ethnicity, you will find a story you like in Fresh Ink.