Answers in the Pages by Levithan, David

A bold, timely novel about speaking up and coming out as parents lobby to ban a beloved book from the school curriculum by New York Times-bestselling author David Levithan.

When Donovan left his copy of The Adventurers on the kitchen counter, he didn't think his mom would read it--much less have a problem with it. It's just an adventure novel about two characters trying to stop an evil genius...right?

But soon the entire town is freaking out about whether the book's main characters are gay, Donovan's mom is trying to get the book removed from the school curriculum, and Donovan is caught in the middle.

Donovan doesn't really know if the two boys fall in love at the end or not--but he does know this: even if they do, it shouldn't matter. The book should not be banned from school.

Interweaving three connected storylines, David Levithan delivers a bold, fun, and timely story about taking action (whether it's against book censors or deadly alligators...), being brave, and standing up for what's right.

Author: David Levithan
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 05/10/2022
Pages: 176
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.60h x 5.80w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780593484685
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.5
Point Value: 6
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 517225 / Answers in the Pages


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 04/18/2022
Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2022
School Library Journal 05/01/2022 pg. 76
Shelf Awareness 06/09/2022
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 06/01/2022
BookPage 06/01/2022

About the Author
Some of David Levithan's many acclaimed novels and story collections include 19 Love Songs, Every Day, Two Boys Kissing, and Boy Meets Boy. His bestselling collaborations include Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist, Dash and Lily's Book of Dares, and The Twelve Days of Dash & Lily (written with Rachel Cohn) and Will Grayson, Will Grayson (written with John Green). David was named the recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for his contribution to YA literature. You can learn more about him at davidlevithan.com and follow him on Twitter at @loversdiction.