Nate isn't sure about his sexuality, even if others seem to be.Ī 2014 Stonewall Book Award Honor title, Better Nate Than Ever is a delightful story of a young teen looking to validate himself in a community and family that doesn’t appreciate his uniqueness. Come along for the adventure.Ī much needed title for the grades 4-8 reader who wants a good story with a gay or questioning character. From the over bearing theater Mom to the first timer with no experience and a lot of luck. This book provides a looks at the world of children in theater. In addition to help from Libby via cell phone, Nate makes an unplanned connection with his want to be actress Aunt, Heidi. Nothing can go wrong, or can it? Nate Foster is naive, funny, clueless, and totally engaged in his own world. A small town boy takes on New York cityĪ plan is made Libby is Nate’s coach in planning his escape to New York to try out for a part in E. They act out Broadway musicals in Libby’s basement. Instead of swearing, they name the biggest Broadway flops. He and his best friend Libby are Broadway musical fans. Four foot eight inches, almost 14, not athletic, bullied at school, overshadowed by his sports star brother, that’s Nate Foster.
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