Surf's Up

by Kwame Alexander

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When a new kid arrives in a tight-knit beach community, he’s pulled into the rhythm of surf culture—where reputation is earned on the waves and friendships are tested by pride, fear, and loyalty. As he learns the language of the ocean and the stakes of belonging, he must confront what it means to be brave, to grow up, and to find his own voice in a place that never stops moving. Blending high-energy momentum with heartfelt emotion, this story explores identity, community, and the transformative power of perseverance. With Kwame Alexander’s signature lyrical, fast-paced style, the book delivers an uplifting, wave-by-wave coming-of-age journey that feels as vivid as salt air.

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NorthSouth Books

Published Jan 1, 2015

32 pages

ISBN: 9780735842205

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First Published

2015

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Surf's Up by Kwame Alexander.

Death/Grief
Substance Use