King of Nothing | Nathanael Lessore (Author) Alan Barillaro his jokes fall flat

his jokes fall flat

something that comes every night

nourishing and affirming

From Young People's Poet Laureate Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier

Cedarville has its secrets

King of Nothing | Nathanael Lessore (Author) Alan Barillaro his jokes fall flatA hilarious and heartwarming young YA comedy about an unlikely connection between two very different teen boys as they grapple with crushes, toxic friendships, and the true meaning of masculinity. Anton Charles and his friends are the kings of the school, and they rule with an iron fist, intimidating classmates and maintaining a reputation built on fear. But at home, Mum reigns supreme, and after one too many detentions, she cuts off Anton's internet