Book details
Sister Slam and the Poetic Motormouth Road Trip
Description
"I was smitten, bitten by a love bug or somethingI didn't even care that I'd just been hit.I was in deep smit." Laura Crapper, a seventeen-year-old combat-boot-wearing poet with spiked red hair, renames herself Sister Slam and hits the road with her best friend, Twig. On the way into the slam poetry world of New York City, they hit a pig, get pulled over by the cops, fight with a poetry contest's judge, lose the contest, get into two more fender benders, fight with each other, and finally land on the front page of a newspaper in New York City for their amazing impromptu performance at the famous Tavern on the Green. The girls and their fresh style of poetry take the city by storm, but when Laura's father back in Pennsylvannia has a heart attack she must face her fears about home and the still-raw loss of her mother. An inspiring romp of a coming-of-age story, written entirely in Laura's in-your-face slam poetry style, that proves you don't have to give up your home in order to live your dream.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
257 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Narrative: 'Sister Slam and the Poetic Motormouth Road Trip' offers an engaging and dynamic narrative that combines humor, adventure, and the power of friendship, making it a captivating read for young adults and anyone who enjoys a good road trip story.
- Unique Blend of Poetry and Prose: The novel features a unique blend of poetry and prose, as the main characters express themselves through slam poetry. This stylistic choice adds a rhythmic and lyrical quality to the storytelling, appealing to readers who appreciate literary creativity.
- Themes of Self-Discovery and Empowerment: The story follows two friends on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. As they travel and perform poetry, they learn about themselves and each other, providing readers with inspiring messages about finding one's voice and the importance of self-expression.
- Cultural Relevance: 'Sister Slam and the Poetic Motormouth Road Trip' touches on contemporary issues and the cultural phenomenon of slam poetry, offering insights into this expressive art form. It's a great way for readers to explore and understand the impact of slam poetry on youth culture and its role in social commentary.