My Name is Jason. Mine Too. By Jason Reynolds and Jason Griffin

This is an incredibly unique book.  It's a hybrid graphic and in-verse memoir told in both simultaneous and alternating viewpoints of two best friends, both named Jason. 

The first Jason in Reynolds.  We know him as an author and poet.  He is black.

The second Jason is Griffin.  He is an artist.  He is white.  

And they tell their story, from college to poverty as starving artists/authors to success.  It ends with them reflecting on the project, 13 years later.  

It's hard to review this.  I can't explain it.  It is just. so. moving.  There are definite Mrs. W. tear stains!  From the words to the visuals, this is a book you MUST read.

Find this on display in memoir as a "Mrs. W.'s Favorite".

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