145th Street: Short Stories

Narrated by Dominic Hoffman , Bahni Turpin , Johnny Heller , Adenrele Ojo , Almarie Guerra , Sullivan Jones , Heather Alicia Simms , JaQwan J. Kelly , Paula Parker , Brandon Gill

Released: January 14, 2020
Length: 5 hrs 11 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Listening Library

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In this compelling collection, award-winning author Walter Dean Myers presents a vivid portrayal of life on 145th Street in Harlem, showcasing a range of powerful stories that highlight the complexities of African-American experiences. Readers will meet an array of characters, from Big Joe, who hosts his own funeral, to teens Kitty and Mack navigating their love story, alongside the quieter life of Monkeyman amidst gang turmoil. With themes of danger, joy, and community, Myers captures the heartbeat of Harlem, enriched by reflections from various narrators celebrating his legacy.

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