by Kyle Lukoff
First published 2019
Aidan has found his place in the world. After being assigned female at birth, he and his parents transformed his life to match who he really is. His name fits him now. His room reflects his true self. His clothes feel right. Everything works perfectly until his parents share big news: a baby is coming. Aidan wants to be the best big brother possible. He dreams of picking the ideal name, designing a perfect nursery, and selecting adorable clothes. But anxiety creeps in. What if he makes mistakes with his new sibling? What if he gets things wrong from the start? As the due date approaches, Aidan discovers that being a good brother means something different than he expected. Love matters more than perfection. Honesty and open conversation can fix problems. His own journey gives him exactly what he needs to welcome his sibling with understanding and care.
Genres: family-life, contemporary, realistic-fiction
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, identity-journey
32 pages · Hardcover · Lee & Low Books