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  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 20 May 2025
  • Copyright Year: 2025
  • ISBN: 9781459419971
  • Page Count: 136
  • Dimensions: 5" x 8.05"
  • Interest ages: 12-18

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Setter Up

by Caelan Beard

Included in the Social Emotional Learning collection

A feel-good story about a volleyball-mad teen who sets up a queer-friendly league, becomes empowered, and finds romance along the way

A Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Book for Kids & Teens, starred selection

In a volleyball setting, this is a story of an idealistic teen who responds to the anti-gay sentiments of her classmates with a positive initiative to create a welcoming space for diverse kids who love the sport.

When the school pushes back and suggests an awkward name for the team, the group decides to establish the league on their own terms. Through this journey, they discover the realities of activism, the power of community, and the need for inclusivity. As they navigate these challenges, unexpected romance develops, adding another layer to their experience.

About the Author

Caelan Beard

Caelan Beard is a freelance journalist whose work has appeared in The Globe and Mail, Cabin Radio, The London Free Press, This Magazine, Horse Sport, Verge Travel, and more. This is her first novel. She lives in southwestern Ontario.

Reviews

“Authentic and likeable...sweet and believable.”

Angel Jendrick, author of Line Drive to Love

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