The Other Side of Imani
By Lisa Springer, Read by Tyla Collier
Price: $6.99
About the Book
A story about finding your voice alongside your real self, The Other Side of Imani is a heartfelt, fresh, and powerful middle grade contemporary debut that’s perfect for fans of Front Desk, That Girl Lay Lay, and Just Right Jillian.
Ever since she could remember, thirteen-year-old Imani has wanted to be a fashion designer.
But fashion designers are bold, out-there, and in your face. And despite her unique sense of style, Imani has trouble fitting in, let alone standing out. Entering her new school’s design competition for a scholarship to the nearby arts high school seems like the perfect way to make new friends and get closer to her dream of being a designer.
Then Imani’s designs are stolen by one of her classmates, and Imani is forced to enter the competition anonymously, under a virtual persona of her own creation—“Estelle.” When Estelle then goes viral, Imani must figure out how to be her “real” self as she finds her true friends and her voice… all while hoping to win the competition.
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Reviews
“The story moves at a brisk pace, immersing readers in Imani’s colorful world of bold designs, cultural pride (her father is from Barbados, and her mother is from Ghana), and artistic expression. It’s a heartfelt exploration of identity, creativity, and the courage to be seen and to stand up for yourself. A creative, culturally rich look at self-expression.” — Kirkus Reviews
“A Black tween learns how to stand up for herself in this inviting and endearing middle-grade novel… a great read-alike for Renée Watson’s middle-grade novels or Kelly Yang’s Front Desk.” — Shelf Awareness, starred review
“Readers will root for Imani to receive justice after her designs are stolen… Imani’s story will resonate with middle-grade readers looking to find their voice.” — Booklist
About the Book
A story about finding your voice alongside your real self, The Other Side of Imani is a heartfelt, fresh, and powerful middle grade contemporary debut that’s perfect for fans of Front Desk, That Girl Lay Lay, and Just Right Jillian.
Ever since she could remember, thirteen-year-old Imani has wanted to be a fashion designer.
But fashion designers are bold, out-there, and in your face. And despite her unique sense of style, Imani has trouble fitting in, let alone standing out. Entering her new school’s design competition for a scholarship to the nearby arts high school seems like the perfect way to make new friends and get closer to her dream of being a designer.
Then Imani’s designs are stolen by one of her classmates, and Imani is forced to enter the competition anonymously, under a virtual persona of her own creation—“Estelle.” When Estelle then goes viral, Imani must figure out how to be her “real” self as she finds her true friends and her voice… all while hoping to win the competition.
Product Details
Reviews
“The story moves at a brisk pace, immersing readers in Imani’s colorful world of bold designs, cultural pride (her father is from Barbados, and her mother is from Ghana), and artistic expression. It’s a heartfelt exploration of identity, creativity, and the courage to be seen and to stand up for yourself. A creative, culturally rich look at self-expression.” — Kirkus Reviews
“A Black tween learns how to stand up for herself in this inviting and endearing middle-grade novel… a great read-alike for Renée Watson’s middle-grade novels or Kelly Yang’s Front Desk.” — Shelf Awareness, starred review
“Readers will root for Imani to receive justice after her designs are stolen… Imani’s story will resonate with middle-grade readers looking to find their voice.” — Booklist
