Save Me a Seat

Fifth-grader Ravi, a recent arrival from India who used to be the star of his class, meets Joe, a quiet boy who has always lived in the same town and struggles with reading and math. As the two alternate telling their experiences during the first week of school, they discover a common problem: the class bully, who makes both their lives difficult and forces them to find ways to take control of their situation. The novel explores themes of friendship, resilience, and standing up to intimidation through dual perspectives. Save Me a Seat is coauthored by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan.