"Having a superpower has nothing to do with the ability to fly or jump, or superhuman strength. The truest superpowers are the ones we all possess: willpower, integrity, and most importantly, courage."
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Jason Reynolds is a celebrated American author known for his poignant storytelling and ability to resonate with young readers. Born on December 6, 1983, in Washington, D.C., he overcame a challenging childhood filled with struggles in literacy to become a powerful voice in contemporary literature. Reynolds has penned numerous award-winning works, including *Ghost* and *Long Way Down*, which tackle themes of identity, race, and resilience. His legacy lies not only in his compelling narratives but also in his commitment to inspiring a love for reading among youth.
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"The truths are universal: Every kid knows fear. Every kid knows family and friendship. Loss, love, laughter. Everything else is just detail."
Jason Reynolds"I believe that every character is a setting, a world with moving parts, and on the other hand, every setting is, in fact, a character - a living breathing thing with personality and backstory. The way stories come to life, at least for me, is when these elements commune in relationship to one another."
Jason Reynolds"I have a chip on my shoulder I pet every morning, a constant feeling like I have something to prove. Hearing that the canon can't be diversified, there's no room for more brown faces - that fueled my fire."
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"Poetry has the ability to create entire moments with just a few choice words. The spacing and line breaks create rhythm, a helpful musicality, a natural flow. The separate stanzas aid in perpetuating a kind of incremental reading, one small chunk at a time."
Jason Reynolds"Queen Latifah was writing poetry. Maybe Latifah's 'Ladies First' and Angelou's 'Phenomenal Woman' are the same thing, a generation apart."
Jason Reynolds"Be not afraid of discomfort. If you can't put yourself in a situation where you are uncomfortable, then you will never grow. You will never change. You'll never learn."
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