"I know I'm not a good reader. But I know how to cover it up. I smile at the teachers, keep my hand down, print neatly, and nod when they explain things."These are the words of Owen Daniels, a tenth grader who has struggled with reading since first grade. A teacher works with him, and by the end of the year he makes excellent progress. His family and friends come to believe in him. But he must learn to believe in himself. Lexile measure HL420LAt Finding Forward Books, we publish easy-to-read novels about real issues faced by teens. They have realistic stories about young people overcoming challenges. Our mission is to help teens achieve success and find their way forward through life. The books are for all students, including English learners and those with learning disabilities. They are printed in Open Dyslexic, a font to accommodate individuals with dyslexia. They have been praised in Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly BookLife Reviews, Foreword Clarion Reviews, and BlueInk Reviews.