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The Black Flamingo

By: Dean Atta, Anshika Khullar
Narrated by: Dean Atta
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Fiercely told, this is a powerful coming-of-age story told in verse, from one of the UK's leading poets, Dean Atta.

Perfect for fans of Sarah Crossan and Poet X.

A boy comes to terms with his identity as a mixed-race gay teen - then at university he finds his wings as a drag artist, The Black Flamingo. A bold story about the power of embracing your uniqueness. Sometimes, we need to take charge, to stand up wearing pink feathers - to show ourselves to the world in bold colour.

'I masquerade in makeup and feathers and I am applauded.'

©2019 Dean Atta (P)2019 Hodder Children’s Books

Accolades & Awards

Stonewall Book Award
2020
Dating & Sex Difficult Situations Family & Relationships Growing Up & Facts of Life LGBTQ+ Literature & Fiction Poetry Social & Life Skills Stonewall Book Award

Critic reviews

"A bold and joyous hymn to self-discovery and acceptance." (The Bookseller)
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such a powerful and magical story. everyone needs to read this one, as it's so eye opening!

so good

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what a great story. really well written, wonderfully put together and self aware. would highly recommend.

truly beautiful story

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No words can express how amazing this book is! I absolutely love love love it!!

LOVE LOVE LOVE

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