"Keeping It Real" by Paula Chase centers on the lives of two best friends, who navigate the complexities of adolescence as they face the challenges of growing up in a world filled with social pressures and the search for identity. The story delves into themes of friendship, self-acceptance, and the importance of staying true to oneself amid external expectations. As they encounter new experiences and difficult choices, the girls learn valuable lessons about loyalty, ambition, and the significance of embracing their authentic selves, all while tackling issues relevant to their community and personal growth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

This book was published in 2021 by HarperCollins .

Paula Chase is the cofounder of The Brown Bookshelf, a site designed to increase awareness of African American voices writing for young readers. She lives in Annapolis, Maryland. Her novels include the acclaimed So Done and its companion, Dough Boys. www. paulachasehyman. com