“Shout” is Laurie Halse Anderson’s own story, told in sharp, fast, honest poems about what it’s like to survive sexual assault and still find a way to speak up. She writes about growing up in a messy family, dealing with pain she didn’t deserve, and discovering that her voice is stronger than the people who tried to silence her. If you’ve ever felt scared, angry, or ignored, this book says you’re not alone—and that your story, your “shout,” matters more than you think.