This Is Me Trying Asian American Studies finalist for the National Book

finalist for the National Book Award

”When Chad Sanders landed his first job in lily-white Silicon Valley

When Kennedy’s ex shows up needing help repairing his company’s reputation

A braided narrative told with empathy and unflinching honesty

and citizenship to capitalism

This Is Me Trying Asian American Studies finalist for the National BookPerfect for fans of Nina LaCour, This is Me Trying is a profound and tender YA contemporary novel exploring grief, love, and guilt from author Racquel Marie. Growing up, Bryce, Beatriz, and Santiago were inseparable. But when Santiago moved away before high school, their friendship crumbled. Three years later, Bryce is gone, Beatriz is known as the dead boys girlfriend, and Santiago is back. The last thing Beatriz wants is to reunite with Santiago,