"Orphea Proud"
Taboo to the touch
A fire in the cold
That was us
Despite appearances, this isn't a book you're holding.
This is a stage, with a soaring painting taking shape before your eyes,
a big-booty poet at the mike, and a seat right in front, just for you.
This is a place where wise old ladies live and boys act like horses.
This is a vision of love that was crushed and brought back to life.
And this is my story. I'm Orphea Proud. Welcome to the show.
Sharon Dennis Wyeth's lyrical story unfolds as a dramatic performance, starring the sharp, resilient, and poetic Orphea Proud.
2005 LAMBDA Literary Award Finalist
2005 New York Public Library Book for the Teen Age
“Themes of love, loss, creativity, and acceptance flow throughout the book. It is beautifully written, artfully told, and highly recommended.” VOYA
“This is a solid read….” School Library Journal
“The unusual format along with young-adult literature’s dearth of gay African-
American characters, make this piece notable, but it’s Orphea’s passionate and poetic voice that makes it special.” Kirkus, Starred Review
“I only wish that I could be a girl for a while, that I could take a crack at performing this one myself. In fact, one of our students is rehearsing the first chapter to use as her audtion piece for enrolling in the creative and performing arts magnet high school over in Santa Rosa. Orphea and her horse-loving buddy, Raynor, put on one heck of a show. Count me in for a standing ovation on this one.” Richie Partington, Richie’s Picks
Ages 14 and up
Delacorte Press, NY ISBN 0-385-32497-9.
Jacket Illustration Copyright, John Ritter
Jacket Design by Angela Carlino
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