“Guidance Counselor: [leaning forward, looking at Mom and Dad] “Do the two of you have marriage issues?” Mother responds with unladylike language. Father suggests that the guidance counselor visit that hot, scary underground world. The guidance counselor grows quiet. Maybe she understands why I keep it zipped.”
Speak is a narrative that delves into the life of a young girl, her experiences with sexual awakening, and the challenges she faces in a society that often misunderstands and judges her. The story is a powerful exploration of the human condition, the search for self, and the courage it takes to speak one's truth. more
Laurie Halse Anderson is an American author known for her young adult literature. Her works often explore the challenges and growth of adolescence, and are highly appreciated by young readers. more
“The silence Is like moonlight In one thing: That it hides nothing.”
“We need not be afraid of silence; sometimes it can help us listen to our precious inner messages.”
“When you learn to close your eyes, wait and listen, silence reveals a beautiful thing: yourself.”
“Thoughts are thoughts and you're beyond that. Let silence or your dreams do the talking.”
“Finding time in Silence is finding the True teacher of Wisdom and Creativity.”