Ride Through Fear. Finish with Heart

After a fall that shook her confidence, Lila Navarro isn't sure she'll ever race BMX again. But when a quiet coach helps her rebuild her strength and a group of younger riders start looking up to her she begins to believe there might be room on the track for her still. Wheels Up is an uplifting middle grade novel about courage, community, and rising stronger after a setback. Through training, mentorship, and tough choices, Lila must face fear, own her story, and ride like she means it especially when her old rival shows up at regionals, ready to test what she's really made of.
Perfect for classroom shelves and reluctant readers, this story blends high-speed action with emotional insight, and celebrates quiet leadership, inner strength, and choosing your path.