The Season of Styx Malone
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 304
Published: 2019
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In "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon, eleven-year-old Caleb and his older brother, Bobby, find their summer is transformed by the arrival of Styx Malone, a charismatic and adventurous boy. Styx introduces them to a world of thrilling experiences and the idea of "trading up," where they embark on various schemes fueled by friendship and the promise of adventure. However, their journey takes a turn as they navigate the complexities of loyalty, personal growth, and the realities of their small-town life. This coming-of-age story explores themes of family, risk, and the bonds that shape youth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 304 pages in this book. This book was published in 2019 by Random House USA Inc .
Kekla Magoon has worked with youth-serving nonprofit organizations in New York City and Chicago. She holds an MFA in Writing for Children from the Vermont College of Fine Arts and resides in New York City. Visit her at KeklaMagoon. com.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Maine Student Book Award
This book was recognised by the Maine Student Book Award.
Coretta Scott King Award - Author
This book was recognised in the Author category by the Coretta Scott King Award. Presented annually since 1970 by the American Library Association to books by African-America authors and illustrators, this award recognizes excellence in promoting a deeper understanding of the African-American Experience.