A powerful story that is sure to inspire kids, parents and teachers! Told in four voices, this heartfelt novel chronicles the ups and downs of a diverse group of inner-city kids as they learn to cope with their complicated lives. Max, Giovanni, Willie and Destiny are "problem" students who evolve into avid writers with the help of one very special teacher. The story is based on Schwartz's 25 years experience of teaching inner-city kids.