Jude Saves the World

Jude Saves the World is a heartwarming and empowering middle-grade novel about Jude, a 12-year-old nonbinary protagonist with ADHD. The story follows Jude as they navigate the complexities of middle school friendships, deal with a conservative family, and bravely work to establish the first Diversity Club, a queer safe space, in their small town's library. This book beautifully explores themes of identity, belonging, friendship, and resilience, offering a positive and affirming narrative for young readers. It includes an author's note and a 'Queer Glossary' to support understanding.

Perfect for fans of Alex Gino, A. J. Sass, and Kyle Lukoff, this is the joyful and heartwarming story of Jude, a nonbinary kid who knows exactly who they are and decides to create a safe space in their community. Twelve-year-old Jude struggles with some things: focusing at school, feeling like everything rests on their shoulders, not being able to come out as nonbinary to their old-fashioned grandparents. But Jude doesn't struggle with Dallas, their best friend in the whole world. Their person. Jude and Dallas's world changes when they learn Stevie, a girl in their class, has been ousted from the popular clique at school. Worried it had something to do with Stevie's rumored crush on another girl, Jude reaches out to see if Stevie is okay. Stevie quickly becomes an important friend to Jude and Dallas, whose unwavering acceptance of her is a stark contrast to the tests and dysfunction she experienced with her former friend group. As their friendship deepens and the three open up to each other, Stevie's unconditional and open acceptance when Jude comes out to her motivates them to create a queer safe space in their community. Jude has the courage and determination it takes to create the first Diversity Club in their community, but will they be able to find the support they need to make it happen?