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Not Talking About You
by Kevin heronJones
Not Talking About You portrays racism as it occurs amongst young Canadians today. It explores the impact on the target and on bystanders who have to decide how to react when they find a racist youth in their midst.
A Black teen navigating a mostly white school struggles with his friend’s racist behavior and must decide whether to stay silent or stand up for what’s right, confronting the reality of everyday racism.
About the Author
Kevin heronJones is a youth basketball coach, author, journalist, actor, lecturer and award-winning performance poet. He has numerous spoken word recordings and his poetry book titles include Vision, I AM a Child of the SUN and Telephone Love. He lives in Milton, Ontario.
Reviews
A compelling read for basketball fans with a powerful message about the persistence of racial bigotry.
An accessible work, ideal for starting discussions on navigating racial bias and stereotyping.
For those who find themselves witnessing racist behaviour, this book will expand their awareness of what a friend should be and what a friend should do. For those experiencing racism, this book offers them a way forward while acknowledging the courage and emotional effort required to stand up to their friends.
Kevin heronJones cuts right to the bone in this well-balanced novel.
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