Legendary Frybread Drive-In: Intertribal Stories by A.J. Eversole, Andrea L. Rogers, Angeline Boulley, Brian Young, Byron Graves, Cheryl Isaacs, Christine Hartman Derr, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Darcie Little Badger, David Alexander Robertson, Eric Gansworth, Jen Ferguson, K.A. Cobell, Karina Iceberg, Kate Hart, Kaua Māhoe Adams, Marcella Bell
on August 26, 2025
ISBN: 0063314266
Genres: Short Stories
Format: Young Adult
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Legendary Frybread Drive-in: Intertribal Stories edited by Cynthia Leitich Smith

This is a series of short stories connected by the location of the frybread drive-in, which seems to have a mystical quality to it — it’s there whenever Indigenous people need it, regardless of the space-time continuum. The stories are well-written and engaging, but it may be hard for some readers to access or stay engaged with, as the stories keep changing. On the other hand, this could be a good fit for a teacher looking for a few short stories or for a student who likes to dip in and out of a book without having to remember earlier parts of the book. 

This was a four-star read for me: The Indigenous representation and authorship are so valuable, and the stories are enjoyable for teens and adults alike — but a collection of short stories often struggles to find an audience, and I think readers, like myself, may struggle to stay engaged with changing characters and plots. This would be a good addition to any library serving readers in grade 8 and above. 

Reviewed by Katy Jones, Gardiner Area High School Library, Gardiner