Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Gravity of Us
Book Synopsis_______________ "I'm so starry-eyed for this wise, romantic gem of a book." - Becky Albertalli, bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda 'A big-hearted, witty, and intensely relatable debut about reaching for your dreams without losing what grounds you.' - Karen M. McManus, New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying and Two Can Keep a Secret _______________ Two teens find love when their lives are uprooted for their parents’ involvement in a NASA mission to Mars in this smart, heart-warming YA debut, perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera. Cal wants to be a journalist, and he’s already well underway with almost half a million followers on his FlashFame app and an upcoming internship at Buzzfeed. But his plans are derailed when his pilot father is selected for a highly-publicized NASA mission to Mars. Within days, Cal and his parents leave Brooklyn for hot and humid Houston. With the entire nation desperate for any new information about the astronauts, Cal finds himself thrust in the middle of a media circus. Suddenly his life is more like a reality TV show, with his constantly bickering parents struggling with their roles as the "perfect American family." And then Cal meets Leon, whose mother is another astronaut on the mission, and he finds himself falling head over heels--and fast. They become an oasis for each other amid the craziness of this whole experience. As their relationship grows, so does the frenzy surrounding the Mars mission, and when secrets are revealed about ulterior motives of the program, Cal must find a way to get to the truth without hurting the people who have become most important to him.Trade ReviewPhil Stamper's The Gravity of Us is the first love, first launch, astronaut story I didn't know I needed. I'm so starry-eyed for this wise, romantic gem of a book. * Becky Albertalli, bestselling author of SIMON VS. THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA *A big-hearted, witty, and intensely relatable debut about reaching for your dreams without losing what grounds you. * Karen M. McManus, New York Times bestselling author of ONE OF US IS LYING and TWO CAN KEEP A SECRET *A grounded romance that shapes into its own lovely constellation. * Adam Silvera, New York Times bestselling co-author of WHAT IF IT'S US *The Gravity of Us speaks poignantly of the things that will attend every human endeavor: family, struggle to know one’s self, and the kind of love that makes you feel like you’re hurtling to the stars. * Jeff Zentner, Morris Award winning author of THE SERPENT KING *Phil Stamper’s confident debut is an excellent exploration of modern social media, first love, and how to use your voice to do good, centered around the preparations for the first crewed mission to Mars. Calvin and Leon are fierce and sweet, and I never wanted their story to end. To put it bluntly, The Gravity of Us is out of this world. * Shaun David Hutchinson, author of WE ARE THE ANTS, THE PAST, and OTHER THINGS THAT SHOULD STAY BURIED *At once a tender love story and an honest exploration of anxiety, ambition, and family dynamics, Phil Stamper’s The Gravity of Us pulls you in and takes you on a beautiful, heartfelt journey. Never has the NASA space program seemed so romantic. * Caleb Roehrig, author of LAST SEEN LEAVING and WHITE RABBIT *A debut to remember, Stamper’s The Gravity Of Us draws you in for a journey of family, friendships, and ambition while exploring the power of social media and our own voices. Equal parts thoughtful and heartfelt, this book never misses a beat. Cal and Leon have my heart drifting in orbit. * Julian Winters, author of RUNNING WITH LIONS *A sweet-spirited romance that will capture readers’ hearts and imaginations. * Booklist, starred review *Phil Stamper’s The Gravity of Us is so interesting and well crafted that it’s hard to believe it’s his first novel. . . . Readers will root for Cal and Leon, their budding romance, their astronaut families and, of course, the prospect of life among the stars. * BookPage, starred review *Stamper crafts a sweet fish-out-of-water tale that also shrewdly explores the intersection between social class and modern media culture…A charming and satisfying first novel. * Kirkus Reviews *Given the important issues raised—media responsibility, NASA and politics, friendship and romance, mental health—this has something for a lot of different teen readers. * School Library Journal *A openhearted novel that shows a realistic, imperfect queer relationship and a young man growing to know and to be true to himself even when everything is shifting around him. * Publishers Weekly *Wow. When I picked up this book I knew I would enjoy it, if you go back to my post from a few days ago I explain that. What I didn’t understand is how much I would truly enjoy this book, and how necessary it was * Caity.Reads *I ADORED this book so much! Highly recommend that you all read this book NOW * Bookslovereaders *If you’re looking for a cute af gay YA romance that is awkward and sweet and lovely, I can’t recommend @stampepk’s The Gravity of Us enough * AlimKheraj *An emotionally intense, heartrending love story to the stars * Attitude Magazine *This book is so gripping and easy to read. I liked the way I got to know the characters over just a few pages. The romantic moments and mental issues felt so real, making the book relatable. The book also teaches us about the reality of dealing with the media, social media and family dynamics * Teen Titles Magazine *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd If I Was Your Girl
Book SynopsisAmanda Hardy is the new girl at school. Like everyone else, all she wants is to make friends and fit in. But Amanda is holding back. Even from Grant, the guy she's falling in love with. Amanda has a secret. At her old school, she used to be called Andrew. And secrets always have a way of getting out...Trade Review[Meredith Russo] so vibrantly illustrates Amanda's life with delicate, achingly beautiful words. And keep in mind: this is only Russo's first novel; if there's any justice in the world, we're all witnessing a YA powerhouse in the making. * Kirkus *A wonderful, warm hearted novel about realising who you really are and knowing you deserve to be loved for it. * Inis Reading Guide *A beautifully, authentically told #ownvoices story of a trans girl trying to hide her past in a new school. While the author admits to oversimplifying the trans experience to make Amanda’s story more relatable to cis audiences, this doesn’t stop this being an important and relatable book * LGBT YA Reviews *A coming-of-age with real world gravitas and a love story with heart. Will not only keep readers hooked, it will make the world a better, more empathetic place. * Adi Alsaid, author of Let's Get Lost *A fantastic addition to contemporary YA and also LGBTQIA YA and I’ll be looking out for Meredith Russo’s next book in future. If you love coming-of-age stories that talk about family, friendship and first love, then you shouldn’t miss this one! * QueerYA *
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Hot Key Books My Week with Him
Book SynopsisFrom Joya Goffney, author of hit YA romcom Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry, comes a stirring coming-of-age, best friends-to-lovers romance...Nikki's always had a difficult relationship with her mum. So when she finds herself homeless at the start of spring break, she decides to rage-quit Texas and give California a shot, to pursue her dream music career. Until her best friend and long-time crush, Malachai, discovers her plan and convinces her to spend spring break with him, so he can show her all the reasons she should stay in Texas. But when Nikki's little sister goes missing their plans are interrupted, and Nikki is forced to face her feelings about both her mum and Mal. Can Nikki find the love she's always been missing? And will it be enough to convince her to stay in Texas?Trade ReviewA stirring coming-of age, best friends to lovers romance. * Cosmopolitan *If you like reading about relationships then I highly recommend this novel for you.' * BookRead2Day *
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Faber & Faber Bitter
Book SynopsisFrom the critically acclaimed author of Pet and The Death of Vivek Oji, Bitter, takes a timely and provocative look at the power of youth, protest and art.Bitter is thrilled to have been chosen to attend Eucalyptus, a special school where she can focus on her painting surrounded by other creative teens. But outside this haven, the streets are filled with protests against the deep injustices that grip the town of Lucille.Bitter's instinct is to stay safe within the walls of Eucalyptus . . . but her friends aren't willing to settle for a world that the adults say is 'just the way things are.' Pulled between old friendships, her creative passion, and a new romance, Bitter isn't sure where she belongs - in the art studio or in the streets. And if she does find a way to help the revolution while being true to who she is, she must also ask: at what cost?
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Hachette Children's Group Only Mostly Devastated
Book SynopsisSIMON VS THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA meets a modern-day, queer re-imagining of GREASE.Trade ReviewA delight! This heartfelt, queer update on Grease...illustrates a timeless truth: love is love is love -- Jenn Bennett, author of Alex, ApproximatelyIrresistibly cute and hilariously sweet, this book warmed my heart with its characters and love story * Mason Deaver, author of the national bestseller I Wish You All the Best *There can never be enough queer stories about romance - and when they are told with this much heart, humor and a swoon-worthy story line, you never want them to end * Angelo Surmelis, author of The Dangerous Art of Blending In *Funny and sweet and super gay, fans of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda are going to be all over Only Mostly Devastated! * Cale Dietrich, author of The Love Interest *Only Mostly Devastated is the kind of book I wish existed when my kids were younger - a charming, funny, laugh-out-loud teen romance that reminds all readers love comes in a multitude of flavors, and they are ALL sweet * Jodi Picoult, New York Times–bestselling author of Small Great Things and A Spark of Light *A delightful, heartwarming, heartrending story about family, love, friendship, and living your most authentic life. I couldn't put it down * Sandhya Menon, New York Times–bestselling author of When Dimple Met Rishi *Wry but earnest, sweet but irreverent, heartbreaking but hopeful. You'll be rooting for Ollie and his messy, wonderful friends from the first page to the last * Hannah Capin, author of The Dead Queens Club and Foul Is Fair *With razor-sharp wit, masterful comedic timing, and heaps of heart, these hilarious, lovable, heartbreakingly real characters make Only Mostly Devastated an instant hit and Sophie Gonzales one YA author to watch * Julia Lynn Rubin, author of Borro Hills *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Deep-Sea Duke
Book SynopsisLauren James dives into a strange new world with a truly imaginative look at the climate crisis in this breathtaking companion to The Starlight Watchmaker Hugo is spending the holidays on his friend Dorian's home planet, Hydrox. Although thrilled at the invitation, Hugo is still astonished that Duke Dorian could possibly want to be friends with an android watchmaker like him. But when the pair land on Hydrox along with their friend Ada, they soon discover that there are much bigger problems afoot. A race of butterflies from a neighbouring star system have evacuated their now-uninhabitable planet, and Hydrox is struggling to find space for the growing number of refugees. Meanwhile, deep in the seas beneath Dorian's home, a strange creature is on a path of destruction … Can the unlikely trio step in before the crisis gets out of control? Dive into a strange new world in this truly imaginative companion to The Starlight Watchmaker.Trade Review"An imaginative look at the climate crisis" – The Bookseller "Brilliant, unique characters … along with fantastic world building" – Makebelieve and Manuscripts, blog "Lots of curious and anarchic fun but also some more substantial themes around diversity, equality and the environment" – Terry Potter "Clever and strange and full of truths and insight" – Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids "Reading it really transported me to another world … A brilliant story" – A Little But A Lot, blog "Drew me in from the first chapter with its colourful characters, hilarious interactions, and fun premise … a mesmerising science-fiction story perfect for children, teens and adults alike who like to step into a new world" – Paper Lanterns
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HarperCollins Publishers As I Descended
Book SynopsisAmnesty Honour winner Robin Talley is back with a Shakespeare-inspired story of revenge and redemption, where fair is foul, and foul is fair.Maria Lyon and Lily Boiten are their school's ultimate power couplebut one thing stands between them and their perfect future: campus superstar Delilah Dufrey. Golden child Delilah is a legend at exclusive Acheron Academy, and the presumptive winner of the distinguished Cawdor Kingsley Prize. But Delilah doesn't know that Lily and Maria are willing to do anythingabsolutely anythingto unseat Delilah for the scholarship. After all, it would lock in Maria's attendance at Stanfordand assure her and Lily four more years in a shared dorm room.Together, Maria and Lily harness the dark power long rumored to be present on the former plantation that houses their school. But when feuds turn to fatalities, and madness begins to blur the distinction between what's real and what's imagined, the girls must attempt to put a stop to the chilling series of events tTrade ReviewReviews from Robin Talley’s CILIP Carnegie nominated novel Lies We Tell Ourselves ‘The main characters are terrific in what is a moving YA novel. And an important one.’ – The Telegraph’ ‘This is so thought-provoking it almost hurts to read it, yet every word is needed, is necessary and consequently this is a novel that lingers long after you've finished it' – Lovereading ‘This is an emotional and compelling read that I did not want to put down. It is […]beautifully written and the tension just simmers on the pages.’ – Bookbabblers ‘This book packs a very powerful punch’ – Historical Novel Society ‘With great characterisation, tough issues covered, and a plot which had me guessing right up until the last pages, this is a must-read. Massively recommended!’ – The Bookbag ‘This exceptional novel of first love and sexual awakenings is set against a backdrop of shocking racism and prejudice. It is incredibly well written as the tense, riveting story seamlessly combines fiction with historical fact.’ – Booktrust ‘Every now and then a Young Adult book comes along that I want to push into every readers hands both young and old and Lies We Tell Ourselves is that book for 2014’ – Jess Hearts Books ‘Talley has mixed two controversial topics together to create a firecracker of a story’ – Cheryl M-M's Book Blog
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers The Forever Horse
Book SynopsisAn enchanting and inspiring stand-alone novel from the author of The Princess and the Foal.Maisie has always loved horses. She is also a talented artist. When the opportunity arises for her to study in Paris, her two worlds collide. There, in the heart of the city, Maisie finds the childhood diary of famous horse artist, Rose Bonifait, and meets the beautiful black stallion, Claude.As the two girls' stories emerge, tragedies unfold both past and present and Maisie realises that she can't begin to imagine life without her forever horse
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Four A Divergent Collection
Book SynopsisIncluding stories told from Tobias Eaton's point of view, Four is a companion volume to the internationally bestselling Divergent series that inspired a series of major motion pictures starring Shailene Woodley. This special 10th anniversary edition features beautiful reimagined cover art from award-winning illustrator Victo Ngai.Readers first encountered Tobias Eaton as Four' in Divergent, and his voice is an integral part of Allegiant. More of this charismatic character''s back story is told from his own perspective in Four: A Divergent Collection. When read together, theses four stories illuminate the defining moments in Tobias Eaton''s life.The first three pieces in this volume follow Tobias''s transfer from Abnegation to Dauntless, his Dauntless initiation, and the first clues that a foul plan is brewing in the leadership of two factions. The fourth story, The Traitor,' runs parallel with the events of Divergent, giving readers a glimpse into the decisions of loyalty and love that Tobias makes in the weeks after he meets Tris Prior.Trade Review Praise for DIVERGENT: “Riveting … A memorable, unpredictable journey from which it is nearly impossible to turn away.” Publishers Weekly “This gritty, paranoid world is built with careful details and intriguing scope. The plot clips along at an addictive pace, with steady jolts of brutal violence and swoony romance. Fans snared by the ratcheting suspense will be unable to resist speculating on their own factional allegiance. Guaranteed to fly off the shelves.” Kirkus Reviews “With brisk pacing and lavish flights of imagination, Divergent clearly has thrills, but it also movingly explores a more common adolescent anxiety – the painful realisation that coming into one’s own sometimes means leaving family behind, both ideologically and physically.” New York Times “The next big thing.” Rolling Stone “Thrilling” US Weekly “A taut and shiveringly exciting read! Tris is exactly the sort of unflinching and fierce heroine I love. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough.” Melissa Marr, bestselling author of Wicked Lovely “Divergent is a captivating, fascinating book that kept me in constant suspense and was never short on surprises. It will be a long time before I quit thinking about this haunting vision of the future.” James Dashner, author of The Maze Runner
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Partition Project
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Vampire Academy Shadow Kiss book 3 Richelle Mead
Book SynopsisSHADOW KISS is the third title in the international Number 1 bestselling Vampire Academy series by Richelle Mead - NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES ON SKY & NOWTVHigher Learning. Higher Stakes.WHAT IF FOLLOWING HER HEART MEANS ROSE COULD LOSE HER BEST FRIEND - FOREVER?Rose Hathaway knows it is forbidden to love another guardian. Her best friend, Lissa, must always come first. Unfortunately, when it comes to the gorgeous Dimitri Belikov, some rules are meant to be broken.Lying to Lissa about Dimitri is one thing, but suddenly there''s way more than friendship at stake. The immortal dead are on the prowl and in a heart-stopping battle, Rose will have to choose between life, love and the two people who matter most. But will her choice mean that only one survives?''Exciting, empowering and un-put-downable.'' MTV''s Hollywood Crush Blog''We''re suckers for it!'' - Entertainment Weekly
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Driftwood
Book SynopsisCathy Cassidy has worked as an editor on Jackie magazine, a teacher and an agony aunt. She lives in Scotland with her husband, two young children and various animals.www.cathycassidy.com
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Falling Kingdoms Rebel Spring book 2
Book SynopsisRebel Spring is the second title in the gripping New York Times bestselling series, Falling Kingdoms. Perfect for fans of George RR Martin''s Game of Thrones.Auranos has fallen. The three kingdoms are united. But in Mytica not everyone is on the same side - and for the victor a dark magic beckons.Cleo is a prisoner, forced to watch the evil King Gaius lie to her people.Lucia is haunted by the deadly magic her father cast to capture the kingdoms. Jonas and his rebel army are ready to fight.King Gaius is building a road through the Forbidden Mountains; tunnelling towards the Watcher''s Sanctuary. Little does he know that what happens next will change the face of the land forever. It is what the rebels have been waiting for.''Once you are drawn into Falling Kingdoms'' vividly imagined landscape, you won''t ever want to leave it!'' Mizz''From an opening drippinTrade ReviewFrom an opening dripping with blood, magic, and betrayal through complex interweaving plots detailing treachery, deceit, and forbidden love, this novel is the first in a projected series that will immediately engage readers and keep them intrigued * Booklist *Once you are drawn into Falling Kingdoms' vividly imagined landscape, you won't ever want to leave it! * Mizz *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Girl Online 02 On Tour
Book SynopsisThe sequel to the number-one bestseller Girl Online. Penny''s bags are packed . . . When Noah invites Penny on his European music tour, she can''t wait to spend time with her rock-god-tastic boyfriend. But, between Noah''s jam-packed schedule, less-than-welcoming bandmates and threatening messages from jealous fans, Penny wonders whether she''s really cut out for life on tour. She can''t help but miss her family, her best friend Elliot . . . and her blog, Girl Online. Can Penny learn to balance life and love on the road, or will she lose everything in pursuit of the perfect summer?Trade Review[The] big sister no teen should be without * The Telegraph *Gorgeous and well-written * Giovanna Fletcher, author of BILLY & ME *A compelling and satisfying coming-of-age tale in the digital age * Booklist *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK All the Bright Places
Book SynopsisNow a major film starring Elle Fanning and Justice Smith on Netflix. A compelling and beautiful story about a girl who learns to live from a boy who wants to die. Theodore Finch constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself, but each time something good stops him.Violet Markey exists for the future, counting the days until she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief for her late sister.When they meet on the ledge of a tower, what might have been their end turns into their beginning. It''s only with Violet that Finch can truly be himself - a funny guy who''s able to find the joy in life.And when Violet''s with Finch, she forgets to count away the days and starts to live them. But as Violet''s world grows, Finch''s begins to shrink. He''s trying to cling on to all the good things in his life, but will it be enough this time? ''If you''re looking for the next The Fault in Ou
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Chaos Flame
Book SynopsisAn assassin, a soldier, a prince . . . and a deadly game of power, where no one knows the rules. Prepare to enter the world of Chaos and Flame - perfect for fans of Iron Widow and Legendborn.When Darling Seabreak''s family were murdered by the ruthless House Dragon, she swore she''d get revenge. And as a deadly assassin, there''s no one she''d rather take out than their bloodthirsty war general, Talon Goldhoard.Talon Goldhoard has no problem defending his lands from threats - even ones he hates, like the whispers of madness that surround his brother, the High Prince. So when he battles a ferocious girl who looks exactly like the one Caspian has painted obsessively, repeatedly, for years, Talon knows he must capture her alive - and find out exactly what kind of a threat she really is.What Talon is unprepared for is the thrilling chaos that Darling will bring into his life. With the world they both know appearing to catch fire all around them, these unlikely allies must navigate a game of power, betrayal, destiny - and love - that neither of them could ever have expected.
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HarperCollins Focus The Silence Between Us
Book SynopsisSchneider Family Book Award, Best Teen Honor Book 2020Contemporary fiction fans will find it hard to put down The Silence Between Us—a YA novel that doesn’t shy away from real-life issues including the challenges faced by those in the Deaf culture, relationship struggles, communication problems, and complicated families.Deaf teen Maya moves across the country and must attend a hearing school for the first time. As if that wasn’t hard enough, she also has to adjust to the hearing culture, which she finds frustrating. As Maya looks past graduation and focuses on her future dreams, nothing, not even an unexpected romance, will derail her pursuits or cause her to question her own self worth.The Silence Between Us: Features a Deaf protagonist and an #OwnVoices perspective on Deaf and Hard of Hearing culture Is a clean YA romance by Wattpad sensation Alison Gervais Is perfTrade ReviewThe Silence Between Us is eminently un-put-down-able. * NPR *A spectacular follow-up to In 27 Days, Gervais has written a beautiful contemporary YA novel featuring a strong female lead who isn't willing to change herself to fit in. A heartwarming own voices story about moving to a new school, making friends, and falling in love. * Kelly Anne Blount, USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Watty Award Winner *A spectacular follow-up to In 27 Days, Gervais has written a beautiful contemporary YA novel featuring a strong female lead who isn't willing to change herself to fit in. A heartwarming own voices story about moving to a new school, making friends, and falling in love. * Kelly Anne Blount, USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Watty Award Winner *A spirited story about a girl trying to find herself and her place in the world. Gervais' writing is sure to inspire readers to always stand up for who they are. * Christina June, author of It Started with Goodbye, Everywhere You Want to Be, and No Place Like Here *A spirited story about a girl trying to find herself and her place in the world. Gervais' writing is sure to inspire readers to always stand up for who they are. * Christina June, author of It Started with Goodbye, Everywhere You Want to Be, and No Place Like Here *A unique and deftly written novel showcasing a strong deaf character and how she deals with all that her situation entails, 'The Silence Between Us' is a compelling and thoroughly entertaining read from cover to cover. * Midwest Book Review *Alison Gervais (In 27 Days), herself Hard of Hearing (HoH), portrays Maya as frustrated by setbacks yet exuberant in her pride as a member of the Deaf community. The everyday discrimination Maya faces doesn't weigh her down--'Discrimination? Welcome to my world.' Gervais depicts signed dialogue in the 'choppy English' characteristic of ASL, immersing the reader in Maya's life. The Silence Between Us is a boon to young adult literature, helping to remedy the shortage of Deaf protagonists with the spitfire Maya and her momentous self-confidence. The Silence Between Us is a boon to young adult literature, helping to remedy the shortage of Deaf protagonists with the spitfire Maya and her momentous self-confidence. * Shelf Awareness *Alison Gervais' The Silence Between Us, not only captures the anxiety most young people feel when they've been uprooted from their community of friends, but in Maya's case, it's exacerbated by the fact she is deaf and newly planted in a hearing school. As nervous as Maya is, her wonderful sense of humor enlivens the story for the reader. Gervais has a perfect grasp of the challenges facing Maya and fleshes them out empathetically. Her portrayal of Maya and the pitfalls she faces, in my opinion, is spot on. More subtle is Maya's natural defensiveness even against those students who attempt to befriend her, throwing up barriers when she suspects pity as their motivation. * Ginny Rorby, author of Hurt Go Happy *Alison Gervais' The Silence Between Us, not only captures the anxiety most young people feel when they've been uprooted from their community of friends, but in Maya's case, it's exacerbated by the fact she is deaf and newly planted in a hearing school. As nervous as Maya is, her wonderful sense of humor enlivens the story for the reader. Gervais has a perfect grasp of the challenges facing Maya and fleshes them out empathetically. Her portrayal of Maya and the pitfalls she faces, in my opinion, are spot on. More subtle is Maya's natural defensiveness even against those students who attempt to befriend her, throwing up barriers when she suspects pity as their motivation. * Ginny Rorby, author of Hurt Go Happy *At its heart, The Silence Between Us is as much about learning to open our minds as it is about learning to open our eyes and ears. * McCall Hoyle, author of The Thing with Feathers and Meet the Sky *At its heart, The Silence Between Us is as much about learning to open our minds as it is about learning to open our eyes and ears. * McCall Hoyle, author of The Thing with Feathers and Meet the Sky *Gervais (In 27 Days) uses her own experiences of hearing loss to lend authenticity to this novel about a teenage deaf girl starting over at a new school. [...] Gervais adroitly pulls readers into her world--conveying ASL through all caps and spelled-out words--as well as her work navigating the deaf and hearing worlds and her awareness of who she is. * Publishers Weekly *Gervais deftly renders both the nuanced, everyday realities of life with disability and Maya's fierce pride in her Deafness, delivering a vibrant story that will resonate with Deaf and hearing audiences alike. * Booklist *This is a great YA contemporary (clean) romance that follows Maya as she navigates a new school and plans for her future. The addition of representation by a Deaf character was really beautifully done. Highly recommend for people looking for a sweet, engaging, and educational romantic read. * YA and Kids Book Central *
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Little, Brown & Company What If...
Book SynopsisCreativity, the power of imagination, and the importance of self-expression are celebrated in this inspiring picture book written and illustrated by real-life best friends.This girl is determined to express herself! If she can''t draw her dreams, she''ll sculpt or build, carve or collage. If she can''t do that, she''ll turn her world into a canvas. And if everything around her is taken away, she''ll sing, dance, and dream...Stunning mixed media illustrations, lyrical text, and a breathtaking gatefold conjure powerful magic in this heartfelt affirmation of art, imagination, and the resilience of the human spirit.
£13.49
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr) Scarecited on the First Day of School
Book SynopsisFor fans of School?s First Day of School, this is a picture book about a young girl who is feeling mixed emotions about her first day of school.Some feelings are so big, one word just doesn?t cut it. It?s the first day of school for Afua! There?s no one word to name her feelings. Is she scared? Excited? Oh wait, she?s scarecited! Her own combination of both. Why should she have to choose?Scarecited on the First Day of School is a charming picture book that reminds us all that having the courage to be our authentic self is always just enough, and you can feel more than one big emotion at the same time. But if there isn?t one word to describe those feelings . . . there?s beauty in making it yourself.
£15.19
Random House USA Inc The Frindle Files
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Penguin Young Readers Group Safe Harbor
Book SynopsisAn uplifting novel in verse about an immigrant girl adjusting to life in the US through her love of nature, music, and poetry, by the award-winning author of The Bridge HomeWhen Geetha and her mom move from India to Rhode Island after her parents? divorce, they leave everything Geetha loves behind?her family, her friends, her dog, and all that?s familiar. As if that?s not hard enough, Geetha is bullied at her new school for her clothes, her food, and her English (who knew so many English words could be spelled or pronounced differently in the US?or just be altogether different!). She finds some solace in playing her flute and writing poetry, and even more when she meets Miguel, a kid with whom she has a lot in common, and the two of them help rescue an injured harp seal stranded on the beach. But Geetha can feel her anger building over lots of things?careless people who pollute the sea and hurt animals, and her mom for making her move. She?s never been so sad and angry. She can see a lot of her fears mirrored in the injured seal when she visits it at the Marine Mammal Rehabilitation Center, and this broadens her understanding of survival skills. And when she and Miguel start a beach-clean-up venture, she?s surprised to find how many kind kids are out there. Geetha is torn as the time comes to let the seal go, knowing she?ll miss him, but wanting the best for him. She?s learning to live with mixed feelings and accept that while there will always be rough waters, there are plenty of safe harbors too.
£14.39
Dutton Books for Young Readers This Way to Happy
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Penguin Putnam Inc We All Belong
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£15.29
Random House Children's Books Twins but Different
Book SynopsisModel and mother to twin boys, Porsche Thomas presents this Step 2 leveled reader about sibling differences and the importance of unconditional love. Perfect for children recognizing familiar words while sounding out new ones with help.All twins look and act the same, right?WRONG!August and Berlin are twins but they couldn't be more different. From their personalities, to their heights, to the way they like to play, these twins are definitely not the same. So, they never get along, right? WRONG AGAIN!For all their differences, they're a lot alike, too. Most importantly, they know that no matter how much they do or don't have in common, they make a perfect pair. Twin mom, model, and actress Porsche Thomas tells a story from the heart that's inspired by her own experience watching two twin boys grow up.Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
£6.23
Random House Children's Books Pizza and Taco Go Viral
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Random House Children's Books Love Points to You
Book SynopsisA swoony rivals-to-lovers romance between driven, practical Lynda Fan and her rich, arrogant classmate, Angela Wu. When Angela offers Lynda the chance to design characters for her Otome game, Lynda discovers things she never knew about herself…or her heart.Love is an art.Sixteen-year-old Lynda Fan has the skills and the drive to get into the Rhode Island School of Design?but not the money. Her parents are too busy paying off her stepsister''s violin lessons to help Lynda get into art school.So when her rich and arrogant classmate, Angela Wu, offers to hire Lynda as a character designer for an otome game?a love story-based video game?she jumps at the opportunity.Lynda isn?t exactly a romantic, but in pursuit of her dreams, she discovers things she never knew about herself while also finding love with every heart she draws.
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PAW PRINTS PUB Grumpy Milo Grumpy Grandpa
Book SynopsisJesse''s family has adopted Milo the kitten from the shelter. But little do they know that Milo was born under a raincloud and is perfectly happy to be grumpy! When Milo refuses to play with Jesse and retreats to hide under the couch instead, the family thinks that is that. Until, surprisingly, Milo starts to bond with the family''s grumpiest member: Grandpa. Eventually, being in one another''s company reminds Milo and Grandpa about the power of trust and friendship, and they become more inclined to spend time with the rest of the family. Even if they still want to do it with a scowl! This beautifully crafted storytime book is a charming reminder about the joys and freedoms that come from going outside your comfort zone.
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Hodder & Stoughton Violet Made of Thorns
Book Synopsis''Beautifully vicious'' Chloe GongThere''s always a price for defying destiny.Violet is a prophet and a liar, influencing the court as Seer with her cleverly phrased - and not always true - divinations. Honesty is for suckers, like the oh-so-not-charming Prince Cyrus, who plans to strip her of her title once he''s crowned.After the king asks her to falsely prophesy Cyrus''s love story for an upcoming ball, Violet awakens a dreaded curse about the prince''s future bride. Her wits may protect her in the cutthroat court, but they can''t protect her against fate - nor the doomed attraction growing between her and the prince . . .PRAISE FOR VIOLET MADE OF THORNS''An enchanting dark fantasy'' Sabaa Tahir''Violet has everything: court intrigue, cruel witches, aloof but hot princes, ambitious girls who will do anything to win'' ViTrade ReviewBeautifully vicious. Filled with court machinations and cunning characters, Violet Made of Thorns is a fantasy you won't soon forget. Perfect for the fairytale reader who has always wanted the heroine to grow sharp teeth and bite Prince Charming * Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights *An enchanting dark fantasy that turns tropes upside down while making us fall in love with the titular Violet, whose droll opinions and cunning self-protectiveness offer us a beautifully layered and endlessly fascinating narrator * Sabaa Tahir, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Ember in the Ashes series *Fantasy fans-rejoice! Violet Made of Thorns introduces us to a lush land where dark curses and magic reign. Chen's prose is a delight * Erin A. Craig, New York Times bestselling author of House of Salt and Sorrows *The first thing I wanted to do when I finished Violet Made of Thorns was read it again. The second thing I wanted to do was write down all the moments that made me laugh, shiver, cry, fling the book across the room only to retrieve it five seconds later and apologize because I just can't put it down. Violet has everything: court intrigue, cruel witches, aloof but hot princes, ambitious girls who will do anything to win. If Gina Chen doesn't write five more of these I will riot * Victoria Lee, author of A Lesson in Vengeance and The Fever King *Violet Made of Thorns is a sharp, witty story told in an unforgettable voice, taking classic fantasy tropes and changing them into something totally new, original, and remarkable * Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf *Entrancing from start to finish. Violet is a one-of-a-kind protagonist, and Gina Chen has spun a consummate fairytale that will have readers gasping and squealing in turn * Joan He, New York Times bestselling author of The Ones We're Meant to Find *Chen weaves a delightful, sparkling tale of a sharp-tongued antiheroine who will have readers rooting for her from page one * June CL Tan, author of Jade Fire Gold *Everything you want from an enemies-to-lovers fantasy starring morally grey characters * BuzzFeed *I was hooked to every page. Gina Chen weaves magic into each sentence * Reach Plc (My LDN) *If you're looking for your next addictive enemies-to-lovers YA fantasy story, look no further than Gina Chen's darkly magical debut . . . Full of court intrigue, witchy machinations and characters whose motives are as untrustworthy as their morals, it's a tale of fate-twisted destinies and the price that must be paid for defying prophecies * Culturefly *It has everything I look for in a young adult fantasy * My London *Full of court intrigue, witchy machinations and characters whose motives are as untrustworthy as their morals, it's a sizzling enemies-to-lovers tale of fate-twisted destinies and the price that must be paid for defying prophecies. Enchanting and utterly addictive * Culturefly *A good few recent novels explore the relationships between current fantasy literature and the traditional tales among the foundations of the genre. This is one of the most thoughtful and thought-provoking that I have come across. Quite apart from that, it's a skilfully written and entertaining second world fantasy novel in its own right. Highly recommended, and I look forward to reading whatever Gina Chen writes next * ParSec *
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Walker Books Ltd Flying Tips for Flightless Birds
Book SynopsisWinner of the Children''s Books Ireland Book of the Year AwardWinner of the Northern Ireland Book AwardFilled with fantastical but real-feeling joy - The GuardianA warm hug of a book - The Irish IndependentHighs, lows, love and laughter - LoveReading4KidsWitty and clever. This novel really does sparkle - Roddy DoyleKelly McCaughrain is one to watch - Susin NielsenA sweet and kooky romcom debut for fans of R. J. Palacio''s Wonder, Sarah Crossan, and Susin Nielsen''s We Are All Made of Molecules. Twins Finch and Birdie Franconi are stars of the flying trapeze. But when Birdie suffers a terrifying accident, Finch must team up with the geeky new kid, Hector Hazzard, to form an all-boys double act and save the family circus school. Together they learn to walk the high-wire of teen life and juggle the demands of friends, family, first love and facing up tTrade Review“[…] filled with fantastical yet real-feeling joy.” * The Guardian *“Flying tips for Flightless Birds is a quirky and complex story, told with an elegant simplicity that hooks you from the first few pages. A gentle but gripping exploration of the highs and lows of being a young person, of love, friends and the relationship we have with ourselves and others.” * The Book Bag *“Highs, lows, love and laughter - this big-hearted circus-set debut has it all. […]Alongside the tension and turmoil around Birdie’s condition, and the radiant razzle-dazzle of the circus, there’s a magnificent (if rocky-roaded) romance, and many words of wisdom come courtesy of Birdie’s blog posts […] Complex questions are put under the spotlight as the main characters try to navigate their way in the world, wondering who they are, who they should be, how they fit in, and these big issues are all explored with clarity, humour and a whole of lot of heart beneath Franconi’s exhilarating Big Top.” * LoveReading4Kids *This novel is as good as Meg Rosoff at her finest. A fresh and honest look at teenage life, and explored issues of sexuality and identity. * Book Murmuration *Flying Tips for Flightless Birds is unexpectedly funny, often enjoyable and, at its best, oddly moving. This is a début which juggles the sweet and the sombre, and is ideal for 11-14 readers. I’m intrigued to see what McCaughrain writes next. * The Paper Alchemist *
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Hachette Children's Group Gallagher Girls Only The Good Spy Young
Book SynopsisCammie may be an elite spy in training, but she's just beginning her most dangerous mission - falling in love.Trade ReviewThe most explosive and action-packed so far...absolute pure entertainment * adreamofbooks.com *A great book * Norwich Evening News *This book is absolutely incredible. * Teen Titles *I couldn't put it down. * Katie, 15 *I was so excited when I got this book I read it in 24 hours...11/10! * Toya, 14 *Tore through it in like 4 days, and really loved it. It's a nice guilty pleasure. * Aime, 15 *Best book in the world. * Ellie, 13 *Absolute pure entertainment. * A Dream of Books *A great book for teenage readers. * Norwich Evening News *
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Hachette Children's Group Gallagher Girls United We Spy
Book SynopsisDanger. Glamour. Fun. Everything a Girl Needs.Trade ReviewAbsolutely unputdownable and completely gripping...everything that fans of this series will have been waiting for. Brilliant...engaging and ever...a fantastic and intriguing story. 10/10. An incredible series in which each book gets better and better * theguardian.com *Back for a sixth and final mission in the extremely popular, super-twisty and very addictive series * Bookseller *Fast-paced and popcorn-ready! * Publishers Weekly (on Heist Society) *Ally Carter is an author you simply can't miss. * Gripped into Books *Extremely popular, super-twisty and very addictive. * Bookseller *Trendsetting. * Bookseller *Absolutely unputdownable and completely gripping... everything that fans of this series will have been waiting for... 10/10... an incredible series in which each book gets better and better. * Guardian *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC My Name Is Victoria
Book SynopsisExplore the world of a young Queen Victoria in this captivating novel for children and young adults from popular television historian Lucy Worsley.You are my sister now,' Victoria said, quietly and solemnly. Never forget it. I love you like a sister, and you are my only friend in all the world.'Miss V. Conroy is good at keeping secrets. She likes to sit as quiet as a mouse, neat and discreet. But when her father sends her to Kensington Palace to become the companion to Princess Victoria, Miss V soon finds that she can no longer remain in the shadows. Miss V's father has devised a strict set of rules for the young princess, which he calls the Kensington System. It governs her behaviour and keeps her locked away from the world. He says it is for the princess's safety, but Victoria herself is convinced that it is to keep her lonely, and unhappy.Torn between loyalty to her father and her growing friendship with the wilful and passionate Victoria, Miss V has a decision to make: to co
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TokyoPop Emma Capucine Volume 4
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Hodder & Stoughton Apollyon
Book SynopsisThe spellbinding fourth novel in the acclaimed Covenant series from #1 New York Times bestselling Jennifer L. Armentrout. Alex has Awoken and become the Apollyon. She has connected with Seth and now the thing she feared most has happened: her true self has been lost. But love is stronger than fate, and Aiden St. Delphi will do anything to break the connection and get Alex back.And then there''s the fact that the whole Alex-and-Seth combination is pretty dangerous: if Seth drains Alex of her power, he''ll become the God Killer and the most powerful being on the planet. The one person needed to stop the impending destruction has been dead for centuries - and Alex will have to search for him in the Underworld.Finding her way into the Underworld to search for one soul among countless millions will be hard enough. Returning will be even harder. Alex needs to prevent Seth from becoming the God Killer...but the cost will be higher than she ever
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Hachette Children's Group Diary of a Confused Feminist Must Do Better
Book SynopsisMeet Kat Evans: Feminist. Overthinker. Hot mess.A hilarious antidote to our Insta-perfect world, for girls who want to do it right but always feel they''re getting it wrong ... 16-year-old Kat has suffered through mortifying incidents, muddling moments and Instagram hell - but her extreme teenage confusion isn''t over yet. It''s a new term, and Kat is determined to spread the word about DOING GOOD FEMINISM to all her fellow students. But her new Feminist Society does not exactly go to plan (why is everyone more confused than she is?!) and she''s left feeling more of a failure than ever. And with best friends Millie and Sam both going through difficult times, Kat wants to be there for them.But there''s a class trip to France to look forward to, and a reunion with Kat''s former fling and TOTAL DREAMBOAT Sébastien. This is exactly what they all need ... until Kat''s plans begin to unravel.If Kat is doing her best, why does she
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Hachette Children's Group Nightspark
Book SynopsisHaving escaped from the half-bombed, blackened power station where he was being imprisoned, 12-year-old Luke is finally reunited with his family above ground. But though Luke tries to readjust, he can''t shake the guilt he feels for his friend Ravi, who was left behind, nor the feeling that someone - or something - is watching him from the shadows.With the help of ghost-girl named Alma and his friend Jess, Luke must journey across the country and sea to find Ravi, the friend who was there for him in his darkest hours. And in doing so, he must face his past and confront his deepest fears...A riveting, magical adventure set in the waterways of a richly reimagined England, and the epic conclusion of the Ghostcloud duology.Trade ReviewNightspark is moving, imaginative and relevant * Matt Fox, author of The Sky Over Rebecca *
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Hachette Children's Group Emmy Star is So Everything
Book SynopsisRocket has just gone through the worst summer ever. Which means it''s the perfect time to start over in drama school in London ... Another joyful queer romance from Daniel Tawse, author of ALL ABOUT ROMANCE.It''s September, and Rocket Middleton has just gone through the worst summer ever. Cruz Jones, the love of his life, the guy who he''d made so many life-plans with, has unceremoniously dumped him.Rocket decides it''s time for a fresh start. Leaving his small northern town, he heads to London to attend drama school in the hopes of somehow learning to thrive again when his life seems completely broken.When Rocket arrives in London, school is awash with gossip. Emmy Star, the biggest young musician of the moment, is secretly attending school to train for a film opportunity. And when Rocket first meets Emmy, sparks fly. But could a famous young musician really be interested in Rocket? And just when Rocket might be starting to move
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Hachette Children's Group Six More Months of June
Book SynopsisThe exhilarating highs and messy lows that encapsulate the end of high school come together in this immersive YA romance debut. With only one month of high school left, will Mina and Caplan risk their friendship for love, or stay just friends..?Mina has a stern face, long braid, and an attitude that has only got worse since her dad died.Caplan is the golden boy, complete with a vast social circle and an on-again/off-again girlfriend who hates Mina''s guts.They''re neighbours and somehow, despite all their differences, have always understood each other the most. But then in the last few weeks of high school, everything turns on its head. It''s a shock when Caplan''s best-friend Quinn confesses he wants to take Mina to the prom. It''s an even bigger shock when she says yes.With the social hierarchy out the window and everybody on the brink of a new beginning, Mina finds herself opening up in ways she was too anxious to before. It turns out
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Sourcebooks Stealing for Keeps
Book SynopsisRebecca Jenshak is a USA Today bestselling author of sports romance for teens and adults. When she isn't writing, you can find her cheering on local sports teams, hanging out with friends and family, or curled up with a good book.
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Hot Key Books Our Chemical Hearts
Book SynopsisFilm premiering on Amazon Prime on 21 August 2020 starring Lili ReinhartHenry Page, a hopeless romantic and film buff, is smitten as soon as Grace Town walks into his classroom. And when Henry and Grace are both offered positions as editors of their high school newspaper, the mystery of Grace begins to captivate him.Trade ReviewHot Key's big debut, pitched as a bittersweet, spellbinding tale of first love for fans of John Green. * The Bookseller *Irresistible, romantic and heartbreaking * The Bookseller *A really thought-provoking book * Holly Bourne, author of What’s A Girl Gotta Do? *Destined to be a hit with all young romantics, it will soon be joining John Green, Jennifer Niven, Rainbow Rowell and Jandy Nelson on the shelves of many young adults * Reading Zone *If you want to read something about first love and falling for someone completely unexpected, this book is perfect for you * sugarscape.com *This is a very interesting story, with wonderful dialogue * publishersweekly.com *A really good debut with it's foot truly in the door of the world of YA * Rosie Freckles Reads *Oh wow, did I fly through it, and did I love it - YES! Do you know why I loved it because it was the first time in a long time that I stayed up to finish it. I was tired in the morning but it was a price I was willing to pay * Never Judge a Book by its Cover *Our Chemical Hearts is a poignant YA story of friendship, romance, heartbreak and tragedy, which refreshingly doesn't promise a neatly bow-tied ending. It might not be a typical love-at-first-sight story but it is a love story. "Well", as Henry himself says, "Kind of" * Culture Fly *Funny, big-hearted and bittersweet, it's an absolute gem of a book. * Buzzfeed *Krystal Sutherland is 100% the YA Taylor Swift! * Maximum Pop *Krystal Sutherland turns typical boy-meets-girl fiction on its head * You Magazine, The Mail on Sunday *Krystal Sutherland took an old story and made it new by bringing in its own unique twist. It was short and sweet, and such a heart warming read. * W24 *
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Pan Macmillan Aalfred and Aalbert: An Adorable and Funny Love
Book SynopsisWith its sweet and natural portrayal of love accidentally blooming between two aardvarks, this heartwarming picture book makes a brilliant gift for a loved one.Aardvarks Aalfred and Aalbert both need a pal. But Aalfred sleeps in the day, and Aalbert sleeps at night. How will they ever get the chance to meet?Bird conjures up a series of sillier and sillier schemes to get the two aardvarks into the same place, but their paths simply refuse to cross. Until one day, when they find each other in the most unexpected way – and now Aalfred and Aalbert will never lose each other again.Aalfred and Aalbert is as funny and memorable as Morag Hood's other books, Colin and Lee, Carrot and Pea, and The Steves.Trade Reviewa truly original rising star * Bookseller *These aardvarks, and their happy ending, make for ear-to-ear smiles. -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC As Far as You'll Take Me
Book Synopsis_______________ 'A beautiful tribute to every queer kid who's ever had to leave their home in order to find one' - Leah Johnson, bestselling author of 'You Should See Me in a Crown' _______________ From the author of The Gravity of Us comes a heartfelt coming-of-age story about finding your chosen people. Perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli Marty arrives in London with nothing but his oboe and some savings from his summer job, but he’s excited to start his new life--where he’s no longer the closeted, shy kid who slips under the radar and is free to explore his sexuality without his parents' disapproval. From the outside, Marty's life looks like a perfect fantasy: in the span of a few weeks, he's made new friends, he's getting closer with his first ever boyfriend, and he's even traveling around Europe. But Marty knows he can't keep up the facade. He hasn’t spoken to his parents since he arrived, he's tearing through his meager savings, his homesickness and anxiety are getting worse and worse, and he hasn’t even come close to landing the job of his dreams. Will Marty be able to find a place that feels like home?Trade ReviewA beautiful tribute to every queer kid who's ever had to leave their home in order to find one * LEAH JOHNSON, bestselling author of YOU SHOULD SEE ME IN A CROWN *Phil Stamper's The Gravity of Us is the first love, first launch, astronaut story I didn't know I needed. I'm so starry-eyed for this wise, romantic gem of a book. * Becky Albertalli, bestselling author of SIMON VS. THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA on THE GRAVITY OF US *A big-hearted, witty, and intensely relatable debut about reaching for your dreams without losing what grounds you. * Karen M. McManus, New York Times bestselling author of ONE OF US IS LYING and TWO CAN KEEP A SECRET on THE GRAVITY OF US *A grounded romance that shapes into its own lovely constellation. * Adam Silvera, New York Times bestselling co-author of WHAT IF IT'S US on THE GRAVITY OF US *An emotionally intense, heartrending love story * Attitude Magazine on The Gravity of Us *Phil Stamper has written a heartfelt, triumphant novel about the courage it takes to step out of your comfort zone and the power in finding a family of friends who let you shine. Beautifully evoking the breathlessness of first love and the anguish of first loss, readers will be captivated by every swell in Marty’s song. * Maulik Pancholy, Stonewall Honor-winning author of THE BEST AT IT *At once a tender love story and an honest exploration of anxiety, ambition, and family dynamics, Phil Stamper’s The Gravity of Us pulls you in and takes you on a beautiful, heartfelt journey. Never has the NASA space program seemed so romantic. * Caleb Roehrig, author of LAST SEEN LEAVING and WHITE RABBIT on THE GRAVITY OF US *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Lies We Tell
Book SynopsisAll Anna Xu wants to do as she starts freshman year at the local prestigious Brookings University is keep up her stellar academic performance, break out of her shell, be more social ... and investigate the unsolved on-campus murder of her former babysitter six years ago. And if that wasn't difficult enough, it seems that Chris Lu, whose family are the Xu's business rivals, is attending Brookings too. There's no way they can be friends. Until a vandal attacks the Lu's bakery and Anna puts the perpetrator's call sign together with a clue from her investigation into the cold-case murder. When a very specific threat is made to Anna, she is forced to team up with Chris to undertake a dangerous search into the hate crimes happening around campus. Can they root out the current threat or will the town's ugly history take them down?Trade ReviewDark, thrilling mystery. Readers who love Karen M. McManus will enjoy this fast-paced, dramatic story * School Library Journal on HOW WE FALL APART *This standout prep school murder mystery ... [is] an enticing new treat for fans of Pretty Little Liars and Karen McManus * Kirkus Reviews on HOW WE FALL APART *...this is one that fans of Sara Shepard and Karen McManus will kill to read * Booklist on HOW WE FALL APART *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Friends Like Us Kat
Book SynopsisFashionista Kat is banished to a remote Swedish Island for the summer when her parents catch her (sort of) kissing her sister's ex-boyfriend. It's a nightmare the island's one shop doesn't even sell clothes, her friends are hundreds of miles away, and the only way to even get phone signal is to swim out to a tiny rock just off the shore.The silver lining is Leo, the ripped local boy in whom Kat sees serious boyfriend potential. But when her attempts to woo him don't go according to plan, Kat has to dig deep inside and figure out what's truly important to her. Far away from everything she loves, what can help Kat embrace who she really is on the inside?One of four connected books about best friends - don''t miss the rest of the Friends Like Us series: Bea, Betty and Pearl.*Note: This book was originally published with the title Sunkissed.
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Pan Macmillan Guard Your Heart
Book SynopsisGuard Your Heart is the Carnegie shortlisted debut novel from Sue Divin.Boy meets girl on the Northern Irish border.Derry. Summer 2016. Aidan and Iona, now eighteen, were both born on the day of the Northern Ireland peace deal.Aidan is Catholic, Irish, and Republican. With his ex-political prisoner father gone and his mother dead, Aidan’s hope is pinned on exam results earning him a one-way ticket out of Derry. To anywhere.Iona, Protestant and British, has a brother and father in the police. She’s got university ambitions, a strong faith and a fervent belief that boys without one track minds are a myth.At a post-exam party, Aidan wanders alone across the Peace Bridge and becomes the victim of a brutal sectarian attack. Iona witnessed the attack; picked up Aidan’s phone and filmed what happened, and gets in touch with him to return the phone. When the two meet, alone and on neutral territory, the differences between them seem insurmountable. Both their fathers held guns, but safer to keep that secret for now.Despite their differences and the secrets they have to keep from each other, there is mutual intrigue, and their friendship grows. And so what? It’s not the Troubles. But for both Iona and Aidan it seems like everything is keeping them apart , when all they want is to be together . . .Trade ReviewProfoundly powerful, subtle and effective, this superb debut evokes the deep-rooted mistrust... lingering in the wake of the Troubles, as well as a new, tentative flowering of hope and love. -- Imogen Russell-Williams * Guardian *a compelling, engaging narrative -- Claire Hennessy * Irish Times *Divin skilfully maintains two attractively distinct voices [and]... sets her story with an insider's knowledge of the dynamics of Derry... absorbing. -- Geoff Fox * Books for Keeps *
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Pan Macmillan Scattered Showers: Nine Beautiful Short Stories
Book SynopsisRainbow Rowell has won fans all over the world by writing about love and life in a way that feels true. In her first short story collection Scattered Showers, she gives us nine beautifully crafted love stories - wrapped in a beautiful hardback gift package including two-colour illustrations and sprayed edges. Illustrated throughout by Jim Tierney. Girl meets boy camping outside a movie theater. Best friends debate the merits of high school dances. A prince romances a troll. A girl romances an imaginary boy. And Simon Snow himself returns for a holiday adventure.It’s a feast of irresistible characters, hilarious dialogue, and masterful storytelling, in short, everything you’d expect from a Rainbow Rowell book.Trade ReviewA playful mash-up of new fare and fan favorites for Rowell completists, and an inviting introduction for new readers. * Publishers Weekly *The remarkable Rowell offers readers a generous serving of nine exemplary short stories that are, from the first to the last, romances of a sort… the appeal of these enchanting stories is universal, and their publication provides an occasion for celebration. Lots of love has gone into the bookmaking as well, with the text printed in teal and aubergine, interior illustrations, a ribbon bookmark, and stained page edges all creating an appealing package. Best-selling and beloved, Rowell’s writing will entice readers to the library in droves, whatever the weather. * Booklist (starred review) *Rowell offers more of what she does best: character-driven stories interlaced with a healthy dose of nerdiness and a little sappy indulgence thrown in as a treat. It’s easy to get swept up in these tales and root so passionately for the protagonists that it almost hurts, but readers will close the covers feeling satisfied...A treat. * Kirkus Reviews *
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Red Comet Press The Rescues Three Wishes the Rescues 3
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Sourcebooks The Summer After You and Me
Book SynopsisWill it be a summer of new starts or second chances?Lucy loves her life at the New Jersey shore. But nothing has been the same since the Big Stormthe one that tore apart her barrier island home and briefly brought together a local girl like herself and a vacationer like Connor Malloy.When Connor goes back to his life in the city, Lucy is left to piece together her broken home and broken heart. But just when she''s making progresseven finding romance with her longtime friend AndrewConnor reappears. Lucy is torn. One thing''s for certain, Lucy''s summer is sure to be filled with fireworks.
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