Federle made a vow a week before he turned 30 to write a novel.
CNN: 'Idol' fans will love 'Better Nate Than Ever'
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For Nate and for Federle, a love of musical theater is what sets them apart from their classmates, but it's also their life-saver.
CNN: 'Idol' fans will love 'Better Nate Than Ever'
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Federle hopes readers find "Nate" especially relevant in a day where many kids who want to perform on stage are bullied or picked on for being different.
CNN: 'Idol' fans will love 'Better Nate Than Ever'