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Game Changer

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Pub Date 11 Sep 2018 | Archive Date 11 Aug 2018
ABRAMS Kids | Amulet Books

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Description

A gripping story about the impact of sports culture on young athletes.

When high school football star Teddy Youngblood suffers a devastating injury that leaves him in a coma, the entire community is shaken. What begins as a tragic accident quickly unravels into a deeper mystery, as friends, teammates, and family members struggle to piece together what really happened on the field.

Through a fast-paced narrative that includes texts, interviews, and social media posts, Game Changer reveals the hidden pressures and emotional toll of competitive sports on young athletes.

Tommy Greenwald's timely and emotionally resonant story explores the culture of silence and loyalty that often surrounds high school athletics, raising questions about safety, accountability, and the cost of winning.

Game Changer is a powerful exploration of identity, peer pressure, and the complexities of growing up in a world where performance is everything. It’s a compelling read that sparks conversation and encourages empathy.

This book is ideal for fans of realistic fiction, sports drama, and socially conscious storytelling. With its unique format and urgent themes, Game Changer stands out as a thought-provoking and unforgettable novel that challenges readers to rethink what it means to be a team player.

“A must-buy for libraries looking for innovative narratives for sports fans. Readers who enjoy Tim Green, Mike Lupica, and Kwame Alexander will want to pick this up.” —School Library Journal

A gripping story about the impact of sports culture on young athletes.

When high school football star Teddy Youngblood suffers a devastating injury that leaves him in a coma, the entire community is...


A Note From the Publisher

Tommy Greenwald is the author of many books for children, including the Crimebiters! and Charlie Joe Jackson series. Greenwald is also the cofounder of SpotCo Advertising and the lyricist and co-writer (with Andrew Lippa) of John & Jen, an off-Broadway musical and book. To read more about Greenwald, visit tommygreenwald.com.

Tommy Greenwald is the author of many books for children, including the Crimebiters! and Charlie Joe Jackson series. Greenwald is also the cofounder of SpotCo Advertising and the lyricist and...


Advance Praise

"This nontraditional narrative, using conversations, interview transcripts, text messages, hospital reports, and other documents, skillfully peels back the elements of the mystery. The issues of football's violence are presented, but the book's real strength is the depiction of the culture behind it....The story will resonate with those on both sides of the debate about the role of youth football in society, and the unusual storytelling technique sets it apart from most sport fiction."

— Kirkus Reviews

"This nontraditional narrative, using conversations, interview transcripts, text messages, hospital reports, and other documents, skillfully peels back the elements of the mystery. The issues of...



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