Who is the book Pulped meant for?
The main character of this book is a 12-year-old boy called Willy. When he goes to juvie, he is young, vulnerable, and gullible; and he falls for the same old trap many young people do – the peer-pressure trap. Therefore, this book is suitable for young readers from 10 upwards. Some children go to juvie at the age of ten, and it seems a sensible recommendation to include children from this age.
However.
As Willy grows older, he becomes wiser and more astute, and his mentors begin to teach him how to navigate the world. So, the book is recommended for all youth because they will emerge from the story wiser and better equipped to think about the challenges young people face.
But wait!
Why am I recommending older people read it, too? The simple reason is that most of us have never really thought about what happens to kids when they are trundled off to juvenile detention. I passionately believe we should be thinking about the long-term consequences of incarcerating youth. If I say more, I might spoil the read!
Available on. https://amzn.asia/d/0ewNpy5V. Amazon as a download, but can be purchased here in Cunnamulla in a softcover format.
If you see me down on the block, ask about purchasing the book directly from me, or pick up a copy at the Cunnamulla Visitor Information Centre. Let’s face it, it is not often you can find a riveting read that the whole family can share.
True Gusto 