The Best at It
The Best at It by Maulik Pancholy is a reprint edition published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2020, featuring 336 pages in English. This middle grade debut follows Rahul Kapoor, a gay Indian American boy navigating the challenges of seventh grade in a small Indiana town. As he grapples with anxiety about school and bullying, his grandfather encourages him to find something he excels at, leading Rahul on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.
Readers will find a humorous and heartfelt narrative that explores themes of friendship, family, and the courage to embrace one’s identity. The story captures Rahul’s quest to confront his fears and the pressures of fitting in, all while dealing with the complexities of adolescence. With a backdrop that includes elements of biographical and social themes, this book offers a relatable perspective for young readers, particularly those interested in stories featuring Asian American and Pacific Islander experiences.
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From award-winning actor Maulik Pancholy comes a hilarious and heartfelt middle grade debut about a gay Indian American boy coming into his own. One of Time Out’s “LGBTQ+ books for kids to read during Pride Month,” this is perfect for fans of Tim Federle’s Nate series. A Stonewall Honor Book!
Rahul Kapoor is heading into seventh grade in a small town in Indiana. The start of middle school is making him feel increasingly anxious, so his favorite person in the whole world, his grandfather, Bhai, gives him some well-meaning advice: Find one thing you’re really good at and become the BEST at it.
Those four little words sear themselves into Rahul’s brain. While he’s not quite sure what that special thing is, he is convinced that once he finds it, bullies like Brent Mason will stop torturing him at school. And he won’t be worried about staring too long at his classmate Justin Emery. With his best friend, Chelsea, by his side, Rahul is ready to crush this challenge…. But what if he discovers he isn’t the best at anything?
Funny, charming, and incredibly touching, this is a story about friendship, family, and the courage it takes to live your truth.
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