The 57 Bus

by Dashka Slater and published by Farrar Straus Giroux

cover image of the 57 bus

About

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In “The 57 Bus,” journalist Dashka Slater chronicles the true story of an agender teen who is set on fire while riding a bus and the painful repercussions for both the teens involved and their communities. Issues of gender identity, race and class division and the complexity of the justice system are addressed with clarity and thoughtfulness.

Awards Won

Title Year
Stonewall Book Award Seal. A gray circle with the words "Stonewall Book Award" printed in black text. Within the gray circle, a black triangle is centered with the text "91´«Ã½" printed in white. Within the black triangle, an open book with a small pink off-center circle is seen. Stonewall Book Awards - Mike Morgan & Larry Romans Children’s & Young Adult Literature Award

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The Stonewall Book Awards are presented to English language books that have exceptional merit relating to the LGBTQIA+ experience.

2018 - Winner(s)