Bestselling author Nikki Grimes, author of Dark Sons and Voices of Christmas, presents the story of Mister, a teenage girl who honestly and poignantly tells her story of temptation and teenage pregnancy through free verse, and who finds support and forgiveness from God through a book of poetry presented from the virgin Mary’s perspective.

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Nikki Grimes is the prolific and award-winning author of more than fifty books. She is renowned for her use of poetry to tell a cohesive story, for her insightful writing, and for her ability to connect with her readers. She currently resides in California.

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Nikki Grimes: TWO MARYS