num_pages: 288
description: A moving middle-grade debut for anyone whos ever felt like they dont belong.Brian has always been anxious whether at home or in class or on the basketball court. His dad tries to get him to stand up for himself and his mom helps as much as she can but after he and his brother are placed in foster care Brian starts having panic attacks. And he doesnt know if things will ever be normal again...Ezras always been popular. Hes friends with most of the kids on his basketball team  even Brian who usually keeps to himself. But now some of his friends have been acting differently and Brian seems to be pulling away. Ezra wants to help but he worries if hes too nice to Brian his friends will realize that he has a crush on him...But when Brian and his brother run away Ezra has no choice but to take the leap and reach out. Both boys have to decide if theyre willing to risk sharing parts of themselves theyd rather hide. But if they can be brave they might just find the best in themselves  and each other.
language: English
title: Thanks a Lot, Universe
publisher: Amulet Books