"You Don't Even Know Me" by Sharon G. Flake

"You Don't Even Know Me: stories and poems about boys " is Unique to most novels because each chapter in this book starts off with a new character and a new situation to read about. The main Characters in each chapter never relate to one another, other than the fact that most are African American boys. At times you may evenfeel like your reading about yourself. This book will make you explore the challenges of some everyday people and discover the differences among society. Chance's are, finishing this book will leave you wanting more.

You Don't Even Know Me: stories and poems about boys was published February 16, 2010 and the reprint edition was published by Hyperian Book CH on July 16, 2011. It took Sharon G. Flake about 9 months to complete. Sharon was inspired to write this book by the inner city youth and, like most of her other novel's, she wanted to write about situations young adults might relate to. Although the creation of this book was inspired by inner city youth, many young teens and people around the globe could possibly relate to one, if not several characters in this novel; given the fact that there's so many different situations her characters go through. During an interview with Sharon which you can read at the link provided:(http://joeypinkney.com/5-minutes-5-questions-with/5-minutes-5-questions-with-sharon-g-flake-author-of-you-dont-even-know-me-stories-and-poems-about-boys.php) she says "When their stories get told, their music played, other youth begin to say, “Hey! That’s me! My life, my stuff!”".  This is a main reason why this novel remains so relevant to todays society, since people face similar circumstances all over the globe. Throughout her writing career, Sharon G. Flake's books have been used in classrooms, promoted by libraries and parents often buy them for their children. She has even been lucky enough to work with a major publisher that produces her books nation wide. You can buy this book at various book stores such as Barnes & Noble or online at Amazon or at any other website that might have it.