{"product_id":"bright-before-us-like-a-flame-igniting-a-new-generation-of-writers-9781950807826","title":"Bright Before Us Like a Flame: Igniting a New Generation of Writers","description":"\u003cp\u003eA flagship anthology that ignites youth voice and inspires classroom writing. Great for educators, librarians, and champions of diverse story-telling, this captivating book says: The future is yours to write!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 10 years Shout Mouse Press has published books by young people, and in that decade we've fallen in love with their stories, their honesty, and their courage. Are you a writer like them? If not, we know you could be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis anthology features standout youth-authored pieces from across our 60+ books-memoir, poetry, fiction, comics, and picture books-that speak with heart and clarity about topics that shape our lives at every stage: family, friendship, identity, justice, belonging, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut this isn't just a greatest-hits collection. Alongside these pieces, you'll find simple writing prompts, fun behind-the-scenes details insights, and insightful conversations with some of our favorite authors that show how rewarding and powerful it is to tell your truth. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you've got a story ready or just a feeling in your gut-we hope this book gives you the spark to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing contributions from award-winning authors in conversation with young voices. Safia Elhillo, Robin Ha, Candice Iloh, Tony Keith, Jr., Nicole Lynn Lewis, José Olivarez, Clint Smith\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhat's Inside: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A diverse collection of youth-authored memoirs, poetry, fiction, comics, and children's literature, featuring underrepresented voices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative writing prompts and behind-the-scenes insights to inspire students and emerging writers to tell their own stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntergenerational conversations with award-winning guest authors, exploring the role of storytelling in social change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Discussion questions for middle and high school classrooms, book clubs, and creative writing workshops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAspiring young writers looking for inspiration, mentorship, and creative guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducators and librarians seeking an engaging, diverse, and inclusive classroom writing resource for middle and high school students.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders who believe in the power of storytelling to spark dialogue and transform communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-18056146\"\u003eSasa Aakil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Shout Mouse Press, Inc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/08\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 306\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.91lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.64d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781950807826\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1950807827\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-YAN\"\u003eYoung Adult Nonfiction\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-YAN008000\"\u003eBooks \u0026amp; Libraries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-YAN\"\u003eYoung Adult Nonfiction\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-YAN030020\"\u003eLanguage Arts | Composition \u0026amp; Creative Writing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Shout Mouse Press, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48766124458221,"sku":"9781950807826","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8097\/6621\/files\/img_17fe832b-a1aa-4eeb-8043-c4b0fb755d4a.jpg?v=1758646434","url":"https:\/\/sureshotbooks.com\/products\/bright-before-us-like-a-flame-igniting-a-new-generation-of-writers-9781950807826","provider":"SureShot Books Publishing LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}