— Toluse Olorunnipa, Pulitzer Prize–winning coauthor of His Name Is George Floyd
Floyd’s Baller is a young adult historical fiction book rooted in friendship, choice, and context.
Written in collaboration with Adarryl Hunter—George Floyd’s lifelong friend—the story is told through an imagined voice of George Floyd and grounded in Adarryl’s lived experience. It explores the world they came from, the bond they shared, and the environments that shape young lives long before defining moments.
This is not a retelling of tragedy.
It is a story about humanity, agency, and the moments that quietly shape who we become.
Floyd’s Baller is written for high school readers (and beyond), approaching complex topics with care and intention to support thoughtful, age-appropriate conversation. Created with youth, educators, and communities in mind, it is meant to be read thoughtfully, discussed openly, and carried forward with care.
Young people are navigating a complicated world—often without language, context, or space to ask hard questions.
Floyd’s Baller was written to help fill that gap.
The book offers:
It invites readers to think critically about friendship, accountability, systems, and choice—without telling them what to believe.
This story matters because stories shape understanding.
And understanding shapes what’s possible.
We offer discounted bulk pricing for schools and community partners. Reach out to Hezzie Mae for details — we want this book to be accessible where it’s needed most.
Floyd’s Baller is designed to live beyond the page.
We offer thoughtful, facilitated conversations rooted in story—created for schools, libraries, community organizations, and educator spaces. These gatherings center youth voice, reflection, and dialogue, meeting people where they are without spectacle or prescriptive outcomes.
Engagements may include:
Each gathering is shaped with care, context, and respect for the community it serves.
If you’re interested in bringing Floyd’s Baller into your school, organization, or community, we welcome thoughtful inquiries.
Speaking and conversation requests are coordinated through Hezzie Mae to ensure care, clarity, and alignment. Please use the inquiry form below to share a bit about your audience, setting, and goals, and we’ll be in touch.
We do our best to respond promptly and appreciate your patience as we steward this work with intention.
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