The Best at It
The Best at It by Maulik Pancholy is a middle grade debut published by HarperCollins on October 8, 2019. This 336-page book is written in English and follows the journey of Rahul Kapoor, a gay Indian American boy navigating the challenges of adolescence in a small Indiana town as he prepares to enter seventh grade. With the support of his grandfather, Rahul embarks on a quest to discover his unique talent, believing that excelling at something will help him confront his bullies and his feelings for a classmate.
Readers will find a humorous and heartfelt exploration of themes such as friendship, family, and self-acceptance. As Rahul grapples with the pressures of fitting in and the fear of not being the best, he learns valuable lessons about courage and authenticity. The narrative addresses social themes relevant to young readers, including bullying and LGBTQ experiences, making it a relatable story for those facing similar challenges during their coming-of-age journeys.
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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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