The Scorpions are a gun-toting Harlem gang, and Jamal Hicks is about to become tragically involved with them in this authentic tale of the sacrifice of innocence and the struggle to steer clear of violence. Walter Dean Myers weaves elements of magical realism into a harrowing story about drug use, violence, alternate perceptions of reality, and second chances.
He'd do anything to change the last twenty-four hours, and when he stumbles into an abandoned crack house, it actually might be possible. With a gunshot wound to the arm, Rico in jail, and a police officer clinging to life, Lil J is starting to get dope sick. It's supposed to be an easy deal, but it isn't so simple when the buyer is an undercover cop. But Lil J's focus is wandering because money is short, and his man Rico knows a way to make some quick cash.
Skin popping or stealing pain pills from his mom help him relax. The itch starts when things get too heavy for Lil J. In 2035, Dahlia Grillo, a sixteen-year-old math whiz, joins with six other American teens traveling to England to meet with groups from around the world in hopes of stopping C8, the companies that control nearly everything for their own benefit. For any literature project, trust Novels for Students for all of your research needs. This concise study guide includes plot summary character analysis author biography study questions historical context suggestions for further reading and much more. A Study Guide for Walter Dean Myers's "Monster"Ī Study Guide for Walter Dean Myers's "Monster," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Novels for Students. Epic Reads Impulse is a digital imprint with new releases each month. Edwards Award for lifetime achievement in writing for young adults, a three-time National Book Award Finalist, as well as the first-ever recipient of the Coretta Scott King–Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement. He was the author of two Newbery Honor Books and six Coretta Scott King Awardees.
Myers received every single major award in the field of children's literature. Printz Award a former National Ambassador for Young People's Literature and an inaugural NYC Literary Honoree. Should he turn these guys in? Stay quiet? What choice will Steve make? Walter Dean Myers was the New York Times bestselling author of Monster, the winner of the first Michael L. Steve gets caught up in the talk and wonders about the difference between right and wrong. Everyone is trying to prove who's the toughest. Word on the street is that a robbery is about to go down in Harlem, and Steve Harmon is right in the middle of it. The Get Overįrom beloved author Walter Dean Myers, this original 20-page short story serves as a prequel to his award-winning novel Monster, which has been read and loved by millions of readers. Fans of Monster and of the work of Walter Dean Myers-and even kids who think they don't like to read-will devour this graphic adaptation. Monster is also now a major motion picture called All Rise starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor selection, and a National Book Award finalist.
Sims, the acclaimed author of the Brotherman series of comic books, collaborated with his brother, the illustrator Dawud Anyabwile, in this thrilling black-and-white graphic novel adaption of Monster. As Steve acclimates to juvenile detention and goes to trial, he envisions how his ordeal would play out on the big screen.
Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story about Steve Harmon, a teenager awaiting trial for a murder and robbery.
Monster: A Graphic NovelĪ stunning graphic novel adaptation of Walter Dean Myers's New York Times bestseller Monster. The late Walter Dean Myers was a National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, who was known for his commitment to realistically depicting kids from his hometown of Harlem. Monster is now a major motion picture called All Rise and starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky. Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story that was the first-ever Michael L. Presented as a screenplay of Steve's own imagination, and peppered with journal entries, the book shows how one single decision can change our whole lives. This New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial.