The Black Flamingo: The much loved, award-winning, queer coming-of-age story
““Intensely moving and heart-warming”“ Cosmo
““Bold”“ Guardian
““I loved every word”“ Malorie Blackman
WINNER OF THE STONEWALL BOOK AWARD 2020
This is not about being ready, it’s not even about being fierce, or fearless, IT’S ABOUT BEING FREE.
Michael waits in the stage wings, wearing a pink wig, pink fluffy coat and black heels.
One more step will see him illuminated by spotlight.
He has been on a journey of bravery to get here, and he is almost ready to show himself to the world in bold colours …
Can he emerge as The Black Flamingo?
SHORTLISTED FOR THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL
SHORTLISTED FOR THE JHALAK BOOK PRIZE
The paperback edition has beautiful gold foil added to the striking cover design
Latest reviews
I would not usually choose a book written in verse, but I couldn’t resist the cover of this one. I found it an easy read and the story flowed smoothly. I thoroughly enjoyed the insight into experiences so different from mine own. The mix of thought and spoken word was breathtaking. Highly recommend!
I didn’t like this book as I felt it was a bit above my age range and was a little inappropriate. I wouldn’t recommend this book.
Beautifully written
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