"Matchstick" is a contemporary story about courage and faith played out in the everyday world. In his struggle to gain acceptance at his new public school, sixth grader, Larry Taylor (Matchstick), reluctantly volunteers to sing the Christmas solo and is quickly embroiled in a chain of dramatic events. This young adult book is an hones look at how character grows through making difficult choices and will encourage readers of all ages to never be afraid to do the right thing.