About This Book
David Levithan, acclaimed author of 'Boy Meets Boy,' presents 'How They Met and Other Stories,' a collection of eighteen short stories for young adults aged 12-18. This book delves into the full spectrum of love, from the initial sparks and intense longing to the challenges of sacrifice, doubt, and heartbreak, ultimately celebrating the profound joy and happiness that love brings. It's a thoughtful exploration of diverse relationships and emotions, offering relatable scenarios for teens navigating their own romantic feelings and identities. Parents will appreciate its inclusive approach to 'all kinds of love' and its potential to spark conversations about empathy, self-acceptance, and the complexities of human connection.
Just in time for Valentine's Day comes a confection from David Levithan that is sure to have fans of Boy Meets Boy eager to devour it. Here are 18 stories, all about love, all kinds of love. From the aching for the one you pine for, to standing up and speaking up for the one you love, to pure joy and happiness, these love stories run the gamut of that emotion that at some point has turned every one of us inside out and upside down.What is love? With this original story collection, David Levithan proves that love is a many splendored thing, a varied, complicated, addictive, wonderful thing.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Discussion Prompts
1
Which story resonated with you the most and why?
2
How do the characters in these stories show bravery or vulnerability in their pursuit of love?
3
The book explores 'all kinds of love.' What different types of love did you recognize in the stories?
4
What challenges did characters face in their relationships, and how did they overcome them?
5
How does David Levithan use different narrative styles to tell these diverse love stories?
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