Kickturn

Lindy’s life is a blur of highway miles and national park parking lots, living in her parents’ converted school bus while they chase #yogalife content. She’s gotten used to it—the constant motion, the endless homeschooling, the only friend being her cat. But when the bus breaks down in San Jose, everything changes.

Enter: a real skate park. Real friends. And the intoxicating possibility of staying put.

Brie Spangler’s illustrated coming-of-age novel captures that electric moment when you discover something that makes you feel truly alive. For Lindy, it’s skateboarding—the rush of wheels on concrete, the community of girls who welcome her in, the chance to be more than just a passenger in her own life. She’s been watching her skateboarding idol on YouTube for years, but nothing compares to the real thing.

When her parents announce they’re ready to hit the road again, Lindy faces an impossible choice. How far would you go to hold onto the first place that’s ever felt like home? Even if it means a little sabotage?

Kickturn is a story about finding your people, discovering your passion, and learning that sometimes putting down roots means taking the biggest risk of all. Perfect for middle grade readers who’ve ever felt stuck between who they are and who they want to become, this heartfelt adventure celebrates the transformative power of community and the courage it takes to carve your own path—both on and off the board.

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