Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Rockstar Book Tours presents... I HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU by Chasten Buttigieg - REVIEW + GIVEAWAY!

Today's the day, and I am happy to be hosting a spot on the Rockstar Book Tours tour featuring the Young Adult version of Chasten Buttigieg's Memoir.  Check out my time between the pages, make sure to enter the giveaway, then click on over to the other sites participating for more bookish fun!


I HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU – FOR YOUNG ADULTS

by Chasten Buttigieg

Pub. Date: May 16, 2023

Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers

Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 224

Find it: Goodreadshttps://books2read.com/I-HAVE-SOMETHING-TO-TELL-YOU-FOR-YOUNG-ADULTS

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The young adult adaptation of the hopeful and refreshingly candid bestselling memoir by the husband of a former Democratic presidential candidate about growing up gay in his small Midwestern town. Completely rewritten with new stories, including resources for readers, parents, and teachers.

Growing up, Chasten Glezman Buttigieg didn’t always fit in. He felt different from his father and brothers, who loved to hunt and go camping, and out of place in the rural, conservative small town where he lived. Back then, blending in was more important than feeling seen.

So, when Chasten realized he was gay, he kept that part of himself hidden away for a long, painful time. With incredible bravery, and the support of his loved ones, Chasten eventually came out—and when he did, he learned that being true to himself was the most rewarding journey of all.

Finding acceptance and self-love can seem like a tremendous challenge, but it’s never impossible. With honesty, courage, and warmth, Chasten relays his experience of growing up in America and embracing his identity, while inspiring young people across the country to do the same.

 


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Honestly, I'm not one for politics, but even with that said, this was an interesting read.  Yes, you get a behind the scenes look at he campaign trail as experienced first hand, the trials, tribulations, ugliness, and happy times, but it's MORE than that.

This is the story of someone taking ownership of their life.  This is the story of someone who grew up in times that being different than the "norm" was frowned upon, and, let's face it, it's still true today to certain extents.  This is the story of someone that faced their "demons", chased away the bad times with GOOD, and ultimately found their happiness.  I may not have known anything about Chasten before this book, but you can't walk away from it without having a clearer picture of where we've made progress, and where we still struggle to achieve better heights of humanity.  No one should feel as if they have to hide who they truly are.  No one should go without the support of others, the love of family (chosen or blood), or sense of security that should be a given part of being a part of the human race.  I mean, HUMAN is a big part of HUMANE...and yet it's left out of so many spaces for adults, as well as the kiddos from the next generations.

In sharing his story, Chasten has made it possible for others that see themselves reflected here to perhaps speak out sooner, and ultimately embrace everything life has to offer with an open heart, while helping to open the minds of others.



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About the author...

Chasten Glezman Buttigieg grew up in Traverse City, Michigan. He is a teacher, advocate, and husband of former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg. Chasten currently lives with Pete; their two children, Gus and Penelope; and their two rescue dogs, Buddy and Truman, in Northern Michigan. I Have Something to Tell You—For Young Adults is his second book.

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~~~   GIVEAWAY   ~~~

1 winner will receive a finished copy of I HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU – FOR YOUNG ADULTS, US Only.

Ends May 16th, midnight EST.




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Special thanks to the Rockstar Book Tours team for the chance to bring this tour to you and to the publisher for the copy for review. (THANKS!) For more information on this title, the author, the publisher, this tour, or those on the horizon, feel free to click through the links provided above. This title is available now, so click on over to your favorite online store, or plan a trip to your local brick and mortar! Catch the rest of the tour for more!

Tour Schedule:

Week One:

5/1/2023

YA Books Central

Excerpt/IG Post

5/1/2023

The Momma Spot

Excerpt

5/2/2023

Two Chicks on Books

Excerpt/IG Post

5/2/2023

#BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog

Excerpt/IG Post

5/3/2023

A Backwards Story

Excerpt

5/3/2023

Cara North

Excerpt/IG Post

5/4/2023

A Blue Box Full of Books

IG Feature

5/4/2023

A Dream Within A Dream

Excerpt

5/5/2023

Nonbinaryknightreads

Review/IG Post

5/5/2023

The Chirpy Bookaholic

Excerpt/IG Post

 Week Two:

5/8/2023

Alohabooksandbujos

IG Review

5/8/2023

Review Thick And Thin

Review/IG Post

5/9/2023

Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers

Review/IG Post

5/9/2023

@allyluvsbooksalatte

IG Feature/TikTok Post

5/10/2023

OneMoreExclamation

Review/IG Post

5/10/2023

Not In Jersey

Review/IG Post

5/11/2023

Country Mamas With Kids

Review/IG Post

5/11/2023

Jenguerdy

IG Review

5/12/2023

Author Z. Knight’s Guild

Review/IG Post

5/12/2023

@froggyreadteach

IG Review

 

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!


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