“I'm hiding in the bathroom, waiting for the coast to clear. I peek out the door. Principal Principal spots another errant student in the hall. Principal Principal: "Where's your late pass, mister?" Errant Student: "I'm on my way to get one now." PP: "But you can't be in the hall without a pass." ES: "I know, I'm so upset. That's why I need to hurry, so I can get a pass." Principal Principal pauses with a look on his face like Daffy Duck's when Bugs is pulling a fast one. PP: "Well, hurry up, then, and get that pass." Errant Student races down the hall, waving and smiling. Principal Principal walks the other way, replaying the conversation in his mind, trying to figure out what went wrong. I ponder this and laugh.”
Quote by Laurie Halse Anderson
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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
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