Everything's Not Lost

Praise for Everything’s Not Lost:

★ “The power of this novel is the way the characters navigate struggles and find hope in their world by learning more about their strengths and relying on the people around them. A beautifully written story of friendship, mental illness, and grief that will resonate with diverse readers.”—School Library Journal, starred review

★ “A nuanced, culturally rich exploration of grief, mental illness, and the power of community.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“An unflinching and impassioned portrayal of a teenager learning to live alongside grief.”—Publisher’s Weekly

“Frederick is such a grounded and beautiful voice of not just this moment but all the moments. Everything’s Not Lost cements him firmly as a much needed and stunning voice inside the world of YA literature.” —Jacqueline Woodson, winner of the Hans Christian Andersen Award

“This heartwarming, tender story, brimming with hope and compassion is exactly what kids need today. You’re going to want to want to wrap Ella in a bear hug.” —Tiffany D. Jackson, New York Times bestselling author of The Scammer

“In Everything’s Not Lost, Joseph explores mental health issues and grief with both unflinching honesty and the utmost care. His ability to see young people as fully human coupled with his breathtaking prose makes it a novel that shines a necessary light in the dark.” —Hannah V. Sawyerr, National Book Award & Los Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist

“Everything’s Not Lost is a rewarding journey, a story that approaches perceptions and intersections of mental health and Blackness with truth and unwavering compassion. Frederick Joseph’s voice is raw, powerful, and utterly necessary.” —Brandy Colbert, award-winning author of The Blackwoods

Frederick Joseph is a three-time New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. His books span both the adult and children’s book spaces, including The Black Friend; Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, The Courage to Dream; Patriarchy Blues; and, most recently, This Thing of Ours. His work has been well celebrated and recognized in many ways: being named an Amazon Editors’ pick, notable by the International Literacy Association, being selected as Best Children’s Book of the Year by Bank Street College, being a Booklist Editors’ Choice, and many, many more. He lives with his wife, Porsche, and his dog, Stokely, in New York City.

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