Blaze Union and the Puddin' Head Schools
Every year on Good Hope Day, citizens of Island Nation must record their hand size to determine their rights and privileges. In this absurd society, Puddin' Head students are even trained to attack their rivals, the Sweeties. Fourteen-year-old Blaze Union is determined to confront her school's insanity and envision a brighter future. However, after being expelled for playing guitar and soccer as an "inferior," Blaze channels her frustration into grander ambitions, vowing to ignite a revolution and become the boss of Island Nation Schools.
With a sarcastic teacher and a band of rebellious misfits by her side, Blaze's movement gains unexpected momentum. But as shocking events unfold across the nation's schools, she begins to question whether she's fighting the right battle. As the stakes rise, will Blaze's quest for freedom lead to true liberation, or will it plunge the nation's schools into even deeper chaos?
Finalist - Mark Twain Book Award - Humor/Satire
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Gloriously absurd... Kosmos employs a conversational style throughout the narrative and portrays Blaze as larger than life but still relatable... a sense of silliness carries the day, and Blaze's escapades are often delightfully funny.
- Kirkus Reviews
An absolutely hilarious story that had me laughing at the odd behaviors presented in every chapter... The perfect book for those of you who may look around and ask, "Is divisiveness becoming as absurd as I think it is?"
- Reader Views
A wittily crafted, real-life-inspired narrative that adeptly intertwines humor and social critique... This book stands out as a unique and imaginative work of satire that invites readers into a world where ludicrous norms are questioned and intellectual bravery is celebrated.
- Literary Titan
An original and fun read from cover to cover, "Blaze Union and the Puddin' Head Schools" showcases author W. T. Kosmos' genuine flair for humor, narrative style storytelling, memorable characters, and a fully entertaining YA novel.
- Midwest Book Review
Highly conversational, this is a tale that reads with ease.
- Reedsy Discovery
A sensational tale, a story with memorable characters. It is hilarious, and the humor-as biting as it is-greets readers from the very first page... The social and political commentaries are marvelously written... and the quirkiness in the voice transforms it into a page-turning story.
- The Book Commentary
