Meet Me at the Picket Line

Jasper Sanchez is the author of The (Un)Popular Vote, a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection. He earned his BA in anthropology from the University of Pennsylvania and his MA in cinema and media studies from UCLA. While neither degree prepared him for the neoliberal hellscape of late-stage capitalism, they did push him to join the IWW as a red card-carrying Wobbly. He is a Californian by birth, disposition, and more recently, choice. When he's not writing, he can be found kvetching about capitalism and conversing with his cat. You can visit him online at www.jaspersanchez.com.

“A swoon worthy romance wrapped in courage, solidarity, and queer happiness!” — Mason Deaver, bestselling author of I Wish You All the Best ???????"A rally cry of a book, proving that the kids are more than just alright—they’re ready to lead the way." — Brian D. Kennedy, award-winning author of A Little Bit Country“Sanchez has crafted yet another pitch-perfect read for socially conscious teens, cementing himself as a must-read author for the next generation.” — Dahlia Adler, award-winning author of Cool for the Summer"Strikes the perfect balance between heartfelt love letter to classic TV fandom and a stand-up-and-cheer rallying cry for workplace justice." — Isaac Fitzsimons, author of The Passing Playbook"A heartfelt and inspiring story of teens standing up to the unfair systems around them and changing their futures." — L.C. Rosen, author of Camp“Captures the power and complexity of collective organizing—and finding love where you least expect it—with nuance, heart, and plenty of snappy banter.” — Ray Stoeve, author of Worst-Case Scenario"Jasper Sanchez fans of the world, unite! This thoroughly engaging narrator will charm you, move you, and inspire you at the next picket line. " — Miel Moreland, author of Something Like Possible"I won't be the only one who gets a little misty-eyed reading about the journey of this ragtag union. Solidarity forever!" — Jessica Mary Best, author of Stars, Hide Your Fires"A refreshingly nuanced exploration of intersectionality and allyship. Sanchez effectively weaves the concept of the importance of caring for your fellow humans, both collectively and individually." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review"This upbeat cast of diverse characters who respect their varying abilities and common bonds as they learn how to achieve equity in the workplace will entertain and inform readers." — School Library Journal"Entertaining, romantic, heart-wrenching, educational, and inspirational, Meet Me at the Picket Line reminds the reader that they are not alone." — Booklist