Here to Stay
Here to Stay by Sara Farizan, published by Algonquin Books in October 2019, is a reprint edition comprising 272 pages in English. This young adult novel centers on Bijan Majidi, a high school student who navigates the complexities of identity and prejudice after a pivotal moment in a varsity basketball game thrusts him into the spotlight. As he experiences newfound popularity, Bijan also faces the harsh realities of bullying and racism, particularly when an anonymous cyberbully targets him with a damaging photo.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of social dynamics, friendship, and the challenges of standing up against prejudice. The story delves into Bijan’s struggle with his Middle Eastern heritage and the pressures of being perceived through a lens of stereotypes. Through humor and authenticity, Here to Stay addresses the impact of bullying and the importance of community support, making it a relevant exploration of contemporary social themes within the context of sports and adolescence.
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“A powerful YA novel about identity and prejudice.” —Entertainment Weekly
Bijan Majidi is:
- Shy around girls
- Really into comics
- Decent at basketball
Bijan Majidi is not:
- A terrorist
What happens when a kid who’s flown under the radar for most of high school gets pulled off the bench to make the winning basket in a varsity playoff game?
If his name is Bijan Majidi, life is suddenly high fives in the hallways and invitations to exclusive parties—along with an anonymous photo sent by a school cyberbully that makes Bijan look like a terrorist.
The administration says they’ll find and punish the culprit. Bijan wants to pretend it never happened. He’s not ashamed of his Middle Eastern heritage; he just doesn’t want to be a poster child for Islamophobia. Lots of classmates rally around Bijan. Others make it clear they don’t want him or anybody who looks like him at their school. But it’s not always easy to tell your enemies from your friends.
Here to Stay is a painfully honest, funny, authentic story about growing up, speaking out, and fighting prejudice.
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