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An Act of Kindness: An Anthology by the First Story Group at Hampstead School


Published: 2018

Great for age 12-18 years

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"An Act of Kindness: An Anthology" by the First Story Group at Hampstead School is a collection of poignant and engaging stories written by young authors. Each tale explores the theme of kindness, showcasing how small acts can lead to significant changes in people's lives. The anthology features diverse voices and perspectives, reflecting the experiences and challenges of young individuals today. Through heartfelt narratives, the writers invite readers to consider the power of compassion and empathy in a world that often seems disconnected. This collection is a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the transformative impact of kindness. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2018 by First Story Limited .

Named as one of the most influential LGBT people in the UK by the Independent on Sunday and "one of poetry's greatest modern voices" by Gay Times, poet Dean Atta's work has appeared on BBC One, BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service and Channel 4, often dealing with themes of gender, identity, race and growing up. Dean regularly performs across the UK and internationally. He is a member of Keats House Poets Forum and Malika's Poetry Kitchen, as well as a Tutor for Arvon and Poetry School. Dean's debut poetry collection was shortlisted for the Polari First Book Prize. His latest book, The Black Flamingo , follows a mixed-race gay teen as he spreads his wings at university as a drag performer; a bold story about embracing your uniqueness and finding your inner strength.