Watch Us Rise by Renée Watson

Bold, Brave, and Unapologetically Powerful

Watch Us Rise by Renée Watson (with Ellen Hagan) is a must-read YA novel for anyone passionate about social change, feminism, and youth activism. It follows best friends Jasmine and Chelsea as they challenge the status quo at their "progressive" New York City high school—where discrimination and inequality still simmer beneath the surface.

Frustrated by how women—especially young women of colour—are treated, they launch a Women's Rights Club. No one turns up... but that doesn't stop them. They turn to poetry, blog posts, and spoken word, confronting racism, body shaming, and sexism head-on. And when their words go viral, they realise just how powerful their voices truly are.

This is a powerful story of friendship, resilience, and the fierce impact of youth-led change. Ideal for fans of Moxie, The Hate U Give, or All American Boys, this book will leave you inspired to speak up, stand strong, and lift others along the way.

Product Details & Condition

• Title: Watch Us Rise
• Author: Renée Watson with Ellen Hagan
• Format: Paperback
• Condition: Good preloved condition – light shelf wear but no major markings
• Genre: Young Adult / Social Issues / Feminism / Contemporary
• Recommended for: Ages 13+
• Themes: Friendship, intersectional feminism, youth activism, empowerment, poetry
• Publisher: Bloomsbury
• Pages: 368

Why Readers Love It

• Features two strong, relatable teen protagonists
• Tackles real issues with sincerity, poetry, and hope
• Blends prose, journal entries, and slam poetry
• Endorsed by leading voices like Laurie Halse Anderson
• Uplifting, engaging, and deeply relevant