Americanized: Rebel Without a Green Card

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Book Synopsis: In development as a television series from Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine production company and ABC Studios! This hilarious, poignant and true story of one teen's experience growing up in America as an undocumented immigrant from the Middle East is an increasingly necessary read in today's divisive world. Perfect for fans of Mindy Kaling and Trevor Noah's books.

“Very funny but never flippant, Saedi mixes ‘90s pop culture references, adolescent angst and Iranian history into an intimate, informative narrative.” —The New York Times

At thirteen, bright-eyed, straight-A student Sara Saedi uncovered a terrible family secret: she was breaking the law simply by living in the United States. Only two years old when her parents fled Iran, she didn't learn of her undocumented status until her older sister wanted to apply for an after-school job, but couldn't because she didn't have a Social Security number. Fear of deportation kept Sara up at night, but it didn't keep her from being a teenager. She desperately wanted a green card, along with clear skin, her own car, and a boyfriend. Americanized follows Sara's progress toward getting her green card, but that's only a portion of her experiences as an Iranian-“American” teenager. From discovering that her parents secretly divorced to facilitate her mother's green card application to learning how to tame her unibrow, Sara pivots gracefully from the terrifying prospect that she might be kicked out of the country at any time to the almost-as-terrifying possibility that she might be the only one of her friends without a date to the prom. This moving, often hilarious story is for anyone who has ever shared either fear.

FEATURED ON NPR'S FRESH AIR

A NYPL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

A CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST OF THE BEST BOOK SELECTION

A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

FOUR STARRED REVIEWS!

“A must-read, vitally important memoir. . . . Poignant and often LOL funny, Americanized is utterly of the moment.”—Bustle

“Read Saedi’s memoir to push out the poison.”—Teen Vogue

“A funny, poignant must read for the times we are living in today.”—Pop Sugar

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Are you ready for a captivating and hilarious journey that will challenge your perspective on immigration? Introducing "Americanized: Rebel Without a Green Card," a true story that will leave you laughing, crying, and ultimately inspired. This incredible memoir has gained recognition as it is being developed into a television series by Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine production company and ABC Studios. Don't miss out on this increasingly necessary read in today's divisive world.

At its core, "Americanized" delves into the experiences of one teenager growing up as an undocumented immigrant from the Middle East in America. The author, Sara Saedi, takes you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions as she navigates the challenges of being an undocumented immigrant while also dealing with everyday teenage struggles. From hilarious '90s pop culture references to exploring her Iranian heritage, Saedi weaves a narrative that will keep you hooked until the very end.

But "Americanized" isn't just about laughs and entertainment. It sheds light on important issues surrounding immigration, making it a vitally important memoir for our times. As you follow Sara's journey towards obtaining her green card, you'll be moved by the obstacles she faces and the fears that keep her up at night. This captivating story will challenge your preconceptions and ignite a deeper understanding of the immigrant experience.

If you're a fan of Mindy Kaling and Trevor Noah, don't miss out on "Americanized." This memoir has garnered rave reviews from respected sources such as The New York Times, NPR's Fresh Air, and Teen Vogue. A NYPL Best Book of the Year and a Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book Selection, "Americanized" is the must-read book that will resonate with teenagers and adults alike.

Get your copy of "Americanized: Rebel Without a Green Card" now and immerse yourself in this poignant and funny memoir that explores the dichotomy of being an Iranian-"American" teenager in today's world. Embrace the timely lessons it offers and join the conversation on immigration. Be captivated. Be informed. Be entertained.

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