"The Cruisers: Book 1" follows the story of a group of young friends in Harlem who come together to form a writers’ club called "The Cruisers." Led by a thoughtful and imaginative boy named Zander, the club explores their dreams and challenges through writing and creativity. Each member grapples with their own personal struggles, including issues related to family, identity, and societal expectations. As they navigate these challenges, the boys learn about friendship, self-expression, and the power of stories, ultimately discovering their identities and aspirations while fostering a sense of belonging and support within their group. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Cruisers .

There are 144 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Scholastic Press .

Walter Dean Myers is an award-winning writer of fiction, non-fiction and poetry for young people. His many titles include the Newbery Honor Books Scorpions and Somewhere in the Darkness, and the Caldecott Honor Book Harlem in collaboration with his son Christopher, who also worked with him on Monster. Walter Dean Myers grew up in Harlem and now lives in Jersey City, New Jersey, with his family.