The novel was a finalist for the William C. Morris Debut YA Award and the Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award .
Stone illustrates how prejudice exists not just in overt acts of violence, but in the "invisible backpacks" of assumptions held by classmates and teachers. Dear Martin - Nic Stone
A sequel focusing on Quan, an incarcerated teen who writes letters to Justyce from a youth detention center. Dear Manny (2025): The final installment in the trilogy. Impact and Awards Bestseller Status: It is a #1 New York Times bestseller. The novel was a finalist for the William C
Justyce's white peers often struggle to recognize their own socioeconomic advantages, leading to dismissive attitudes toward racial inequality. Dear Martin - Nic Stone