‘Shout’ serves as both a testament to the life-altering, lifesaving impact of these types of stories – and as an urgent and brutal reminder of their ongoing necessity.” Courtney Summers, New York Times Book Review “With ‘Speak’ Anderson opened the door for more novels exploring the deeply felt and deeply personal aftermath of sexual violence. “Throughout, love of languages and linguistics shows in her style, which ranges from tightly crafted, densely sonorous verse to more freewheeling and even incantatory pieces…it will ring out to readers who themselves believe in the power of stories to ‘share our great/ incarnations of hope.'” BCCB Starred Review ⭐️ “By turns angry, commanding, raw, and wistful, this collection is a praise song to survivors, a blistering rebuke to predators, and a testament to the healing power of shared stories.” Horn Book Starred Review ⭐️ “Anderson is breaking ground again with a memoir-in-verse that challenges categorization and the ways we’ve thought about the YA genre for the past 20 years.” BookPage Starred Review ⭐️ “What better time is there than now for a book like this?” Bitch Magazine Fervent and deafening.” Booklist Starred Review ⭐️ But more than that, it is a captivating, powerful read about clawing your way out of trauma, reclaiming your body, and undoing lifetimes of lessons in order to use your voice as the weapon it is. “The classroom benefit of this book is undeniable-it’s a primer on writing and on living, and both Speak and Anderson’s effect on teens has never waned. Necessary for every home, school, and public library.” Kirkus Starred Review ⭐️

“The verse flows like powerful music, and Anderson’s narrative voice is steady and direct… It’s a strong example of how lived experience shapes art and an important book for the #MeToo movement. … In one especially contemplative poem entitled “how the story found me,” Anderson turns on its head the common refrain “follow your dreams,” recommending that readers “follow your nightmares instead/ cuz when you figure out what’s eating you alive/ you can slay it.” Her potent words and willingness to shout her message are proof of the soundness of that advice.” PW Starred Review ⭐️ “In this powerful memoir told in free verse, Anderson delves into her past and that of her parents, sharing experiences at the root of novels such as Speak(her rape at the age of 13) and The Impossible Knife of Memory (her father’s PTSD after World War II).

Shout by laurie anderson