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How the Boogeyman Became a Poet
Tony Keith Jr.
Ages: 14+
Published: 2024
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books/HarperCollins
ISBN: 978-0-06-329600-8
Keywords: Biography/Memoir-friendship, LGBTQ, confidence, self-love, acceptance, father/son, poetry
It takes Tony years to believe in his own talent and strengths and to accept his sexuality. Performing his poetry in public helps give him courage. Mature content