35 pages 1 hour read

For Every One

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | YA | Published in 2018

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Overview

For Every One by Jason Reynolds (2018) serves as a letter of encouragement and guidance. It is an extended verse novel tailored for young adults. Originally performed at the Kennedy Center for the unveiling of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, it invites dreamers on a journey of introspection and empowerment. Through metaphors and lyricism, Reynolds explores themes such as Resilience Amid Life’s Challenges, The Pursuit of Dreams, and The Transformative Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth. The work aims to offer solace and inspiration to those navigating the complexities of ambition, uncertainty, and the relentless pursuit of one’s dreams.

Jason Reynolds is known for his diverse contributions to young adult literature, particularly his spoken word poetry and novel in verse. When I Was The Greatest (2014), his debut novel, received the John Steptoe Award for New Talent. His novel in verse Long Way Down (2017) was a Newbery Medal Honor Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor Book, and a Printz Honor Book.

This guide refers to the 2018 Rakuten Kobo e-book edition, an imprint of Simon & Schuster.

Plot Summary

Reynolds’s For Every One is a letter-style verse novel. It comprises “A Note” from the author followed by four distinct chapters that intertwine significantly.

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