Scott By R.j. Scott, V.l. Locey May 2026

: A shy, sensitive senior and talented artist who isolates himself in the back of classes. He is processing his own deep grief over the loss of a childhood friend.

: The massive shift in Scott's parents' behavior and his own internal acceptance mostly happen off-screen toward the end, leaving some readers wanting more on-page development. Scott by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey

: A hockey player for the Owatonna Eagles whose life is spiraling. Crushed by the death of his brother and facing abusive, dismissive parents who blame him for the tragedy, he turns to steroids to improve his game and win his father's approval. When his drug use is exposed, he faces expulsion from the team and is kicked out of his home. : A shy, sensitive senior and talented artist

: Readers are often moved to tears by Scott's severe lack of a support system and his hard-won journey to self-acceptance. ⚠️ Common Critiques : A hockey player for the Owatonna Eagles

The story follows two deeply wounded college students finding solace in one another: