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A heartfelt contemporary middle grade novel perfect for fans of Front Desk, following Luca Salvatore, a young gay Italian American trying to save his family's pizza restaurant and a life that feels like it's falling apart after he learns that his parents may be separating and his first crush and best friend might be into each other. Twelve-year-old Luca Salvatore is always running interference: in arguments between his younger twin siblings, in his parents' troubled marriage, and between Will, the cute new boy in town, and Luca's best friend, June, who just can't seem to get along. When the host of his favorite culinary TV show announces an open call for submissions for its final season, Luca is sure getting his family's failing pizzeria on the show will save it and bring his falling-apart family together. Surprisingly, securing a spot is easier than kneading dough--but when the plan to fix everything comes out burned, Luca is left scrambling to figure out just the right recipe to bring his family and his friends back together. From Lambda Literary finalist Michael Leali, The Truth About Triangles is full of heart, perfect for readers of Lisa Jenn Bigelow, Kelly Yang, and Maulik Pancholy.

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"PRAISE FOR MATTEO: ""This enchanting, modern homage to Pinocchio reminds us anything is possible if we're true to ourselves."" -- Cynthia Leitich Smith, award-winning author of Ancestor Approved and Sisters of the Neversea ""A wonderfully cinematic, compulsively readable, highly imaginative, plot-rich story with characters who come alive on the page."" -- Booklist (starred review) ""Matteo, the big-hearted, gentle hero of this book, is a shining star. I felt swept up in his magical journey. I'm cheering for his happily ever after."" -- Natalie Lloyd, New York Times bestselling author of Hummingbird ""Full of laughter and love, kindness and curiosity, Matteo is the best type of character to root for. I loved Matteo, and I know you will, too."" -- Varian Johnson, award-winning author of Twins ""Young readers will find it easy to empathize with bright, passionate, insecure Matteo. Tear-jerking and heartwarming in equal measure."" -- Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR THE CIVIL WAR OF AMOS ABERNATHY: ""An irresistible debut filled with heart and humor. Here is a book that doesn't rewrite history so much as broaden its scope, bringing into focus unsung heroes, in a coming of age story that celebrates inclusivity and bravery and pride and love. Sure to connect with young readers and broaden their imaginations about the past, the present, and the future that is theirs to fight for."" -- Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of the School for Good and Evil series ""Heartfelt, humorous, and hopeful, The Civil War of Amos Abernathy affirms that some causes are worth fighting for--whether social justice or a first crush is on the line. Don't be surprised if irrepressible Amos inspires a new wave of changemakers."" -- Lisa Jenn Bigelow, Lambda Literary Award-winning author of Hazel's Theory of Evolution and Drum Roll, Please ""Entertaining and engaging. A necessary addition to all collections seeking heartwarming tales of first crushes, and the importance of centering marginalized -history."" -- School Library Journal (starred review) ""In his first novel, Leali has done an excellent job of telling an exceedingly timely story. It's a valuable addition to the still-slender body of middle-school literature with queer content."" -- Booklist (starred review) ""A testament to the power of friendship and conviction, Michael Leali's thoughtful, delightful debut is a gem for any reader beginning to ask 'Why is the world this way? And how can I make it better?'"" -- Adib Khorram, award-winning author of Darius the Great Is Not Okay ""A compelling debut, brimming with charming characters who take responsibility for making the world around them more honest and more inclusive."" -- Kimberly Jones and Gilly Segal, New York Times Bestselling Co-Authors of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight and Why We Fly"

"""Luca Salvatore is a delightful hero with a lot on his (pizza) plate! The Truth About Triangles readers in with humor and heart as Luca attempts to save his family business while navigating his parents' separation and his first crush."" -- Janae Marks, New York Times bestselling author of On Air with Zoe Washington"

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Michael Leali is an award-winning writer and educator. He earned his MFA in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. He is the author of the Golden Kite Award-winning novel The Civil War of Amos Abernathy and Matteo. Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, Michael currently lives in California.

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