I Am the Minotaur

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Matthew wants to fit in, but it’s hard when you’re avoiding the bullies and trying to impress your dream girl, Ari. When Ari’s bike is stolen, he tries to make a good impression by getting it back. Will it lead to trouble or will he learn that heroes are found in unlikely places?

A gritty, touching story from Carnegie Medal Winner Anthony McGowan.

Anthony McGowan was born in Manchester in 1965 and his experiences at school gave him the stories and characters he’s been writing about ever since. Most of his books are a mixture of comedy and serious ideas and issues, such as bullying and mental illness. McGowan now lives in London with his wife, two children and a dog called Monty. He has won many awards for his writing, including the Carnegie Medal, the oldest and most prestigious award for children’s literature, for Lark.