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Boys - 2nd Edition by Scott Semegran (Hardcover)

Boys - 2nd Edition by  Scott Semegran (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>Three stories about boys living in Texas: one growing up, one dreaming, and one fighting to stay alive in the face of destitution. Told with heart, humor, and an uncompromising look at what it meant to grow up during the 80s and 90s.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>"The writing is sharp and unpretentiously thoughtful, and since each of the main characters finds solace in companionship, this is an affecting literary depiction of the comforting power of friendship. Each of the stories can be read on its own, but taken together, they make a coherent, thematic whole, skillfully produced. An endearing collection that deftly captures the need for youthful fellowship." -- <em>Kirkus Reviews</em></p><p>"Verdict: With nary a dull moment, Scott Semegran's BOYS features short stories filled with unexpected nuances that draws readers right into the heart of his well-developed characters." -- <em>IndieReader</em>. 5 Stars. IR Approved.</p><p>These are the stories of three boys living in Texas: one growing up, one dreaming, and one fighting to stay alive in the face of destitution and adversity. There's second-grader William, a shy yet imaginative boy who schemes about how to get back at his school-yard bully, Randy. Then there's Sam, a 15-year-old boy who dreams of getting a 1980 Mazda RX-7 for his sixteenth birthday but has to work at a Greek restaurant to fund his dream. Finally, there's Seff, a 21-year-old on the brink of manhood, trying to survive along with his roommate, working as waiters and barely making ends meet. These three stories are told with heart, humor, and an uncompromising look at what it meant to grow up in Texas during the 1980s and 1990s.</p><p>"Semegran's work is evocative and replete with relatable, recognizable characters... who find comfort in friendship. With its descriptive flair and flashes of humor, Boys offers an engaging read--one short fiction fans are sure to enjoy." -- <em>BlueInk Review</em></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"The writing is sharp and unpretentiously thoughtful, and since each of the main characters finds solace in companionship, this is an affecting literary depiction of the comforting power of friendship. Each of the stories can be read on its own, but taken together, they make a coherent, thematic whole, skillfully produced. An endearing collection that deftly captures the need for youthful fellowship." -- <em>Kirkus Reviews</em></p><p>"Verdict: With nary a dull moment, Scott Semegran's BOYS features short stories filled with unexpected nuances that draws readers right into the heart of his well-developed characters." -- <em>IndieReader</em>. 5 Stars. IR Approved.</p><p>"Semegran's work is evocative and replete with relatable, recognizable characters... who find comfort in friendship. With its descriptive flair and flashes of humor, Boys offers an engaging read--one short fiction fans are sure to enjoy." -- <em>BlueInk Review</em></p><br>

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