STAND TALL.

BE LOUD.

GAME FACE ON.

This pitch perfect graphic memoir about courage and competition, friendship and belonging is perfect for fans of Smile, New Kid, Rollergirl, and Real Friends.

A captivating middle-grade gem. The New York Times Book Review

Funny, relatable, and genuine. Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Captures every nuanced emotion. School Library Journal, starred review

Genuinely nail-biting. Publishers Weekly, starred review

Cringe-worthy in the best possible way…inspiring and insightful. Shelf Awareness, starred review

Delightfully expressive…a standout. Booklist

Illustrated and told in a way that every middle school student can relate to. Captures the poignancy of the emotional rollercoaster that [they] experience every day. School Library Connection, recommended

When cheerleading tryouts are announced, Christina and her best friend, Megan, literally jump at the chance to join the squad. As two of the only kids of color in the school, they have always yearned to fit inand the middle school cheerleaders are popular and accepted by everyone. But will the girls survive the terrifying tryouts, with their whole grade watching? And will their friendship withstand the pressures of competition?

Hilarious and highly relatable, The Tryout by two-time Newbery Honoree Christina Soontornvat and shining new talent Joanna Cacao will make you laugh, cry, and cheer!