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Editorial Reviews: Aside from being an engaging narrative with believable young characters navigating unexpected challenges, this book also illuminates the overlooked battles of differently-abled people to fit into a world not designed for them. The prose is sharp and smart, with unique descriptions and a rapid-fire style of dialogue and narration that keeps up a good pace. Bates captures the energy of middle school dynamics with cringing accuracy, and taps into the emotional maelstrom inside most young teen girls with extreme precision. B is for Baylee is a poignant read - educational, thought-provoking, and inspiring all at the same time. --Self-Publishing Review, 1/2 'B' is for Baylee is a captivating read. Kay M. Bates has done an amazing job detailing the frustrations and challenges that people who are blind must deal with. Baylee's wide range of emotions from hopefulness to frustration seems completely authentic. Kids will be impressed with Baylee's resilience and her bravery in being willing to try a new sport with her limited vision. --Kristine Zimmerman, Readers' Favorite, Kay M. Bates delivers an inspiring middle-grade reader focusing on a young girl who suffers a severe injury that takes her life in a new and surprising direction in 'B' is for Baylee...While visually impaired individuals must face their unique journey, this book offers particular insight and perspective for those newly coping with such a sudden life change, as well as those around them. Triumphantly 'B' is for Baylee reflects not only the harsh realities of a blindness diagnosis, but it positively showcases the opportunity for hope and winning achievement. --Chanticleer Book Reviews, Award: B is for Baylee placed semi-finalist in the CIBA 2019 Gertrude Warner Awards for Middle-Grade Fiction

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