Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories

Book SynopsisNow in paperback, the first book--an instant bestseller--in the sumptuous, sultry, and romantic YA vampire series from New York Times bestselling author Renee Ahdieh.In 1872, New Orleans is a city ruled by the dead. But to seventeen-year-old Celine Rousseau, New Orleans is a safe haven after she's forced to flee her life as a dressmaker in Paris. Taken in by the sisters of the Ursuline convent, Celine is quickly enraptured by the vibrant city becoming embroiled in the glitzy underworld, known as La Cour des Lions, after catching the eye of the group's enigmatic leader, Sébastien Saint Germain.When the body of one of the girls from the convent is found in Sébastien's own lair--the second dead girl to turn up in recent weeks--Celine must battle her attraction to Sébastien and suspicions about his guilt along with the shame of her own horrible secret.Trade ReviewPraise for The Beautiful:“The Beautiful, which kicks off a new series, returns the vampire novel to popular form, evoking the style of Anne Rice and breathing fresh life into the genre.” —Entertainment Weekly“It's true: Vampires are back, and they're more seductive than ever.” —Bustle“Ahdieh brings New Orleans vibrantly to life, particularly when exploring the complicated racial and gender restrictions of high society through main and supporting characters of mixed-race origin. Sure to please fans of the author and of the vampire-romance genre.” —Kirkus“The first in a series, this mystery novel shines when it focuses on Celine and her struggle to fit into society while trying to be true to herself.” —School Library Journal“An action-packed third act and a final reveal will have readers grasping for the sequel. . . Vampires never stay dead for long, and best-selling Ahdieh's approach—part homage to the classics, part fresh-eyed revitalization—will intrigue all but the most committed skeptics.” —Booklist “Darkly glamorous . . . Compelling.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Ahdieh’s New Orleans is lushly atmospheric, permeating this series opener with an undercurrent of violence within a seductive underworld around Mardi Gras. . . Readers will champion Celine’s wit and incredible grit—even surrounded by powerful, supernatural protectors, Celine fights for herself and those she loves. . . Fans will clamor for the continuation to this captivating volume.” —Publishers Weekly“An incredibly ornate, lush New Orleans; characters who imprint themselves on your memory forever; a story that is nail-biting and swoony and satisfying and tense ALL AT THE SAME TIME. And of course . . . VAMPIRES.” —Sabaa Tahir, New York Times bestselling author of An Ember in the Ashes “It's intoxicating. The Beautiful has that decadent, slow-moving horror that feels like a dream slipping to nightmare. It's like walking alone down a twilight street and feeling the snap of a branch behind you and that acidic heart-in-your-throat rush of knowing that you're being followed. Stalked.” —Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves

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Book Synopsis OVER 4 MILLION COPIES SOLD OF THE #1 BESTSELLING SERIES! Don't miss this New York Times bestselling 'impossible to put down' (Buzzfeed) novel with deadly stakes, thrilling twists, and juicy secrets—perfect for fans of One of Us is Lying and Knives Out. Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery virtually his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why—or even who Tobias Hawthorne is. To receive her inheritance, Avery must move into sprawling, secret passage-filled Hawthorne House, where every room bears the old man's touch—and his love of puzzles, riddles, and codes. Unfortunately for Avery, Hawthorne House is also occupied by the family that Tobias Hawthorne just dispossessed. This includes the four Hawthorne grandsons: dangerous, magn

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Book SynopsisFrom debut author Emma Lord comes a re-imagining of You’ve Got Mail in this heartfelt and hilarious celebration of snarky tweets, first kisses and an epic social-media battle.

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Book Synopsis~Lambda Literary Award finalist for the best LGBT YA novel of 2018~A fresh, charming rom-com perfect for fans of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda and Boy Meets Boy about Nathan Bird, who has sworn off happy endings but is sorely tested when his former best friend, Ollie, moves back to town.Nathan Bird doesn?t believe in happy endings. Although he?s the ultimate film buff and an aspiring screenwriter, Nate?s seen the demise of too many relationships to believe that happy endings exist in real life.Playing it safe to avoid a broken heart has been his MO ever since his father died and left his mom to unravel?but this strategy is not without fault. His best-friend-turned-girlfriend-turned-best-friend-again, Florence, is set on making sure Nate finds someone else. And in a twist that is rom-com-worthy, someone does come along: Oliver James Hernández, his childhood best friend.After a painful mix-up when they were little, Nate finally has the chance to tell Ollie the truth about his feelings. But can Nate find the courage to pursue his own happily ever after? Trade Review“A delightful testimony to the enduring power of love.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “The depth and breadth of representation is welcome….It’s also a quick, breezy tale that will appeal to a wide range of readers. Highly recommended for teen and adult readers of realistic romance.” — School Library Journal “This is Kind of an Epic Love Story is a bighearted rom-com that belongs on the big screen. This hilarious and breathless love story of two boys on the path to their happy ending beyond lives up to its title.” — Adam Silvera, New York Times bestselling author of They Both Die at the End “A fun, quirky story that proves romance and love are possible for every single person no matter what. The book equivalent of a cup of hot cocoa and a warm hug.” — Justina Ireland, New York Times bestselling author of Dread Nation “A nuanced, heartfelt, and deeply intersectional look at all the exhilaration and messiness of first love and second chances.” — Kelly Loy Gilbert, author of Picture Us In the Light and Conviction “As an unapologetic fan of a great rom-com, This is Kind of an Epic Love Story gave me all I was looing for, including the one thing that’s challenging to find—a beautiful LGBTQ love story. Kheryn’s novel is hopeful, romantic, and everything my gay heart needed!” — Angelo Surmelis, author of The Dangerous Art of Blending In

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Book SynopsisAn eighteen-year-old chieftain's daughter is banished into the monster-filled wild after being betrayed during her coming-of-age trial and must find a way to kill her village’s oppressive deity if she ever wants to return home in this Viking-inspired YA standalone fantasy from the author of Daughter of the Pirate King.

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Book SynopsisWith a little bit of sand in pockets, the Travelling Pants and the Sisterhood that wears them are back - and ready to embark on their 16th summer . . . Lena''s in love - but will it end in a broken heart? Bridget: She''s about to face up to some painful truths about her late mother . . . Carmen: She''s hoping destiny will play her cards right - for once! Tibby''s going to film school - so will she be star of the show?Trade ReviewIt may be a trick from Hollywood - to put enough momentum into a story so that nothing in it lingers for long and nothing really hurts - but it works * Daily Telegraph *There is something of a good Channel 4 series in this engaging, froth-free plot . . . Good, heart-warming fare * Guardian *This book is a memorable celebration of the the power of friendship * Lesley Agnew, The Bookseller *Instant teen appeal * Sunday Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisJacqueline Wilson (Author) Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain's bestselling and most beloved children's authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold.As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children's Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children's Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.Jacqueline is also a great reader, and has amassed over 20,000 books, along with her famous collection of silver rings.Find out more about Jacqueline and her books at www.jacquelinewilson.co.ukNick Sharratt (Illustrator) Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park, You Choose and Pants. He has won numerous awardTrade ReviewJacqueline Wilson at her very best * Publishing News *Sensitive and insightful story . . . Demonstrates perfectly why this author is adored by her legions of fans * The Bookseller *Deserves three cheers . . . The most richly enjoyable Wilson novel for years * The Times *The queen of difficult subjects, Jacqueline handles this one with wit and sensitivity. Her best ever * Mizz *

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Book Synopsis.While Ellie tries her best to cope with Dad's totally unreasonable curfew, Magda's dealing with her crush on a teacher - and Nadine's falling for slimy Liam again. What they need is a girls' night out - but they might get a little more than they bargained for .Trade ReviewThe portrayal of the girls' relationships and of their love lives is agonisingly accurate. No wonder girls cannot get enough of Jacqueline Wilson * The Good Book Guide *Bursting with a thirteen-year-old's delight in hanging out with her friends and taking on the world * The Times *A surefire bestseller for everyone * The Bookseller *Far more believable and emotionally valid than other fiction of its ilk * The Scotsman *

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Book Synopsis''Powerful, lovely, heart-wrenching, and so absorbing I devoured it in one sitting'' Jennifer Niven, author of All the Bright PlacesIf you loved Hazel and Augustus, Violet and Finch, and Mia and Adam, get ready to fall again for Maddy and Olly the girl who lives in a bubble, and the boy next door . . . Soon to be a major motion picture! This is the story of the thrill and heartbreak that ensues when we break out of our shell to do crazy, sometimes death-defying things for love.Madeline Whittier is allergic to the outside world. So allergic, in fact, that she has never left the house in all of her seventeen years. But when Olly moves in next door, and wants to talk to Maddy, tiny holes start to appear in the protective bubble her mother has built around her. Olly writes his IM address on a piece of paper, shows it at her window, and suddenly, a door opens. Maddy is certainly going to fall in love with Olly. It''s almost certainly Trade ReviewEverything, Everything is everything, everything – powerful, lovely, heart-wrenching, and so absorbing I devoured it in one sitting. It’s a wonder. The rare novel that lifts and shatters and fills you all at once -- Jennifer Niven, author of ALL THE BRIGHT PLACESThis extraordinary first novel about love so strong it might kill us is too good to feel like a debut. Tender, creative, beautifully written, and with a great twist, Everything, Everything is one of the best books I’ve read this year -- Jodi PicoultWith offbeat, pragmatic and sweetly romantic characters and an unconventional narrative style . . . “Everything, Everything” tells us something we will always need to hear, no matter our age: that it’s not the risks of love or heartbreak that might end us. It’s the fear of the pain we might experience along the way that keeps us trapped in our cocoons * New York Times *Fresh, moving debut . . . far more complex than the sweet tale of first love it initially seems to be * Entertainment Weekly *This heartwarming story transcends the ordinary by exploring the hopes, dreams, and inherent risks of love in all of its forms * Kirkus Starred Review *

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling and award-winning author of Felix Ever After comes a heart-melting and joyful romance.Maybe it's too late to tell them how I really feel. That I've had these feelings for months, for years . . .Lark Winters wants to be a writer, and for now that means posting anything and everything on their social media accounts - just to build their platform. When former best friend Kasim accidentally posts a thread on Lark's Twitter declaring his love for a secret, unrequited crush, Lark's tweets are suddenly the talk of the school. To protect Kasim, Lark decides to take the fall, pretending they accidentally posted the thread in reference to another classmate. It seems like a great idea: Lark finally gets the courage to ask out their crush, Kasim keeps his privacy and Lark's social media stats explode. But living a lie takes a toll - as does the judgement of thousands of Internet strangers. Lark tries their best to be perfect at a

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Book SynopsisEveryone gets a signal that tells them the exact halfway point oftheir lives. Flint knows he will die at 16 and science-obsessedSeptember is determined to find a cure for half-lifing. Chancebrings the two together, but is their time together destined to endin heartbreak or can September find a cure?

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Book SynopsisCharming, whimsical.?The New York TimesSubtle, beautiful, and detailed, this gem is recommended for all collections. ? School Library Journal(STARRED REVIEW)A stellar story of pals weathering ups and downs with aplomb. ?Kirkus Reviews(STARRED REVIEW)A simple yet sensitive tale about friendship and acceptance. Goat and Bunny are best friends. They love meeting up to eat canned grass together. But when they share coffee, a hike, or dinner at Bunny?s burrow, Goat and Bunny realize that they aren?t as similar as they thought. Can these friends learn to accept each other?s personalities and preferences?even if it means changing their plans? With playful art and gentle humor,It Is Okayreminds young readers that kindness and respect are essential for friendship. Differences don?t have to stop friends from spending time together?instead, they can spark whole new kinds of fun.

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Book SynopsisTikTok made me buy it!Finalist in the National Cyber Awards for Book of the YearAmazon''s Teachers'' PickShortlisted for the STEAM Children''s Book PrizeShortlisted for the YA Book PrizeWinner of the RED Book AwardA hugely rewarding read. SFX MagazineJames is one to watch. Kirkus ReviewsHow far would you go to save those you love? Lowrie and Shen are the youngest people on the planet after a virus caused global infertility. Closeted in a pocket of London and doted upon by a small, ageing community, the pair spend their days mudlarking and looking for treasure until a secret is uncovered that threatens not only their family but humanity's entire existence. Now Lowrie and Shen face an impossible choice: in the quiet at the end of the world, they must decide what to sacrifice to save the whole human race...Trade Review“I adored The Quiet at the End of the World and it will be one of the books I’ll recommend more often to anyone who cares to listen. It is essential that you read this if you love realistic post-apocalyptic stories.” * Parabatai Reviews *“[…] a credible, hugely rewarding read.” * SFX *It’s quite beautiful. For a post-apocalyptic novel set at the end of civilisation, two women find love amongst the pain and ennui. I think that's so lovely. * Yours *“This book made me cry, it made me laugh and it made me yell uncontrollably at 1am and I would absolutely do it all over again.” * Fantastic Books and Where to Find Them *“Honestly, I was hooked from the first two pages and I did not want to put this book down.” * MamaMummyMum *

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Book SynopsisA New York Times Bestseller From the New York Times bestselling author of Love & Gelato comes a Mamma Mia!-inspired tale about a teen girl finding romance while trying to connect with her absent father in beautiful Santorini, Greece.Liv Varanakis doesn’t have a lot of fond memories of her father, which makes sense—he fled to Greece when she was only eight. What Liv does remember, though, is their shared love for Greek myths and the lost city of Atlantis. So when Liv suddenly receives a postcard from her father explaining that National Geographic is funding a documentary about his theories on Atlantis—and will she fly out to Greece and help?—Liv jumps at the opportunity. But when she arrives to gorgeous Santorini, things are a little…awkward. There are so many questions, so many emotions that flood to the surface after seeing her father for the first time in years. And yet Liv doesn’t want their past to get in the way of a possible reconciliation. She also definitely doesn’t want Theo—her father’s charismatic so-called “protégé”—to witness her struggle. And that means diving into all that Santorini has to offer—the beautiful sunsets, the turquoise water, the hidden caves, and the delicious cuisine. But not everything on the Greek island is as perfect as it seems. Because as Liv slowly begins to discover, her father may not have invited her to Greece for Atlantis, but for something much more important.

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Book SynopsisThe only thing worse than having a secret crush on the hottest boy in class? Setting him up with your best friend! A fresh and contemporary romantic comedy for fans of Alice Oseman, Tobias Madden and Sophie Gonzales.

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Book SynopsisThe complicated nuances of teenage friendship are captured perfectly in this story of summer adventure and exploration by award-winning author Keith Gray. Marshall feels the need to escape because things are so tough at home. Rory is just happy it’s the first day of the summer holidays. While out on their bikes they stumble across a long-forgotten underground bunker at the edge of the woods. This is the den, and going down inside will stretch their friendship to its limits. There will be rivalry and betrayal, but can wrecked relationships be saved before the summer has even begun?Trade Review"Gritty, bold and brilliant" – Jonathan Stroud "A thrilling, deeply moving and tense story, that grips by the throat and refuses to let go. Keith Gray has captured the joy, vulnerability and rawness of being a teenager … Each line is written with searing and piercing clarity … It is a book that stays in your mind and heart long after you close the final page." – Varsha Shah "One page from Keith and I'm fifteen again, remembering the tensions, the friendships, the endless summer holidays. He's a masterful storyteller: one of the finest we have and that's why I savour every word he writes." – Phil Earle "Yet again Keith Gray reminds us what a great storyteller he is. A pacy, exciting tale that will have you greedily turning each page." – Brian Conaghan "Quietly powerful and deceptively simple, The Den is a gripping story from a master of teenage voice. Keith Gray writes about the rawness of friendship and family life with real wit and heart." – Lesley Parr "A well-paced and accessible story that offers a mysterious adventure as well as an emotional exploration of family and friendship" – The School Librarian

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the international bestseller, IF I STAY, now a major film starring Chloe Grace Moretz.Twenty-four hours can change your life . . . Allyson and Willem share one magical day together in Paris, before chance rips them apart. The romantic, emotional companion to Just One Day, this is a story of the choices we make and the accidents life throws at us.But is one day enough to find your fate?Perfect for fans of John Green and David Levithan.Trade ReviewThis book will stain you … It’s just as transformative as Just One Day. * Good Books and Wine *An alluring story that pushes beyond the realm of star-crossed romance. * Publishers Weekly *As satisfying as both of these books are, readers are going to wish for a third. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisNOW A MAJOR FILM STARRING CHLOE GRACE MORETZ'Just listen,' Adam says with a voice that sounds like shrapnel.' I open my eyes wide now. I sit up as much as I can. And I listen.'Stay,' he says.Everybody has to make choices.Some might break you.For seventeen-year-old Mia, surrounded by a wonderful family, friends and a gorgeous boyfriend decisions might seem tough, but they're all about a future full of music and love, a future that's brimming with hope. But life can change in an instant. A cold February morning . . . a snowy road . . . and suddenly all of Mia's choices are gone. Except one. As alone as she'll ever be, Mia must make the most difficult choice of all.Haunting, heartrending and ultimately life-affirming, If I Stay will make you appreciate all that you have, all that you've lost - and all that might be.Includes interviews with the stars of the film, Chloe Moretz and Jamie Blackley.Trade ReviewThis sensitively written story of the power of love and loss presses all the right buttons . . . The intensity of feelings and tragic suddenness with which life changes will strike a chord with teenagers and the young at heart. Read it, as they say, and weep * Daily Mail *This is a wonderful, beautiful book; so gripping, so wise and oh, so heart-breakingly painfulA compulsive readThis is a haunting and heartbreaking novel reminiscent of The Lovely Bones . . . Impossible to put down * Bookseller *For the first few pages, If I Stay comes across like a light hearted story about a teenager, her love life and her kooky family, but from the moment Forman hits you with the devastatingly detached description of the aftermath of the crash, you know you've picked up something special * The Bookbag *

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Book SynopsisTwo-time Caldecott Medal winner Chris Raschka celebrates the enduring bond between best friends—a young girl and her cat.Trade Review“An orange-gold cat with green eyes named Marigold explores a house and playfully interacts with her owner until, distracted, the little girl steps on Marigold’s tail, turning her “meow” into a “me-OW!” . . . [An] almost wordless picture book—although the handful of wordplay that is included is clever . . . The cat is so unmistakably catlike in its behavior and attitude that cat owners will find a few additional chuckles between the pages.” — Booklist “Raschka chronicles a search for intimacy from a cat’s point of view. . . . The delicate balancing act between loving, wanting to be loved, and yearning for independence resolves in a tender rom-com ending between child and cat.” — Publishers Weekly “There are many ways to say ‘­Hello,’ and ‘Meow’ is one of them, but then, ‘Meow’ has many meanings. . . . . Raschka arranges the action in graphic novel sequences with moment-to-moment panels and spreads that create smooth transitions between the poignant scenes. . . . Expressive and engaging, this picture book is the cat’s meow. A warm portrayal of kids and furry friends that introduces young children to phonics, emotions, and active listening.” — School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“A story of yearning and healing, with prose that leaps off the page even as we leap between timelines. Trust me, you've never known magic like this.” — Hafsah Faizal, New York Times bestselling author of We Hunt the Flame “An epic play of past and present that comes together in a haunting melody about healing hurt and finding home. Absolutely beautiful.” — Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf “A gorgeous adventure that spans space and time, with Bright’s vivid prose lighting the way. The Song that Moves the Sun is a breathtaking story of healing, self-discovery, and the magic that both surrounds us and lives inside us. I savored every word.” — Rachel Griffin, New York Times bestselling author of The Nature of Witches “Mesmerizing. A wildly inventive fantasy adventure.” — Publishers Weekly Praise for The Boundless: "This duology will delight any fan of fairy tales or high adventure. Readers may have their favorites of Selah's suitors, but they will cheer as she learns to follow her heart and her feet in this darker, but still glittering, second half.” — Booklist Praise for The Beholder: “Sparkles with beauty, intrigue, and romance. The Beholder will leave you clutching your poor heart and aching for the sequel.” — Kiera Cass, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Selection series “Full of romance and political intrigue that had me captivated from the very first page. I can’t wait to find out what happens next.” — Evelyn Skye, New York Times bestselling author of The Crown’s Game series “High adventure, political intrigue, and swoon-worthy romance. A glittering paean to storytelling.” — Booklist “It’s impossible not to root for Selah. A fully captivating story.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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Book SynopsisDouble standards are about to get singled out.As lead reporter for her school newspaper, Eden has covered her fair share of stories. So when intimate photos of seven female students are anonymously emailed to the entire school, Eden is determined to get to the bottom of it. As she digs deeper into the mystery, Eden is shocked to discover not everyone agrees the students are victims. Some argue that they''re ''those kinds of girls'' and ''brought it on'' - and the school''s administrator is more concerned about protecting the school''s reputation than its students. With the anonymous sender threatening more emails, Eden needs to act quickly. Banding together with the seven young women to find the perpetrator, the tables are about to be turned . . . The girls are fighting back.Natalie Walton''s empowering and sparky debut is a feminist mystery story - perfect for fans of A Good Girl''s Guide to Murder and Netflix''s Sex Educa

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Book SynopsisPhilippa Gregory meets Mr. and Mrs. Smith in this witty and thrilling action-adventure novel of star-crossed assassins in Elizabethan England. Perfect for fans of My Lady Jane and The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue.

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Book SynopsisJames Patterson presents the extraordinary YA debut Gunslinger Girl -- where Westworld meets Marie Lu's Legend. Sharpshooter Serendipity "Pity" Jones is the star of the Theater Vespertine in the lawless West. The theater is more than her livelihood - it's her home. But there's a dark cost for her freedom that Pity may not be willing to pay.

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Book SynopsisMorgan Stone was born with a hole in her middle. A perfectly smooth patch of nothing where a something should be. After seventeen years of fear and shame, doctors and nurses, 'peculiar' not 'perfect', she has had enough of hiding.Trade ReviewDazzling, one hundred percent believable, and laugh-out-loud funny. Kendra Fortmeyer has an admirably weird brain * Kelly Link *Kendra Fortmeyer's debut is more heart than holes, creatively brilliant, wacky and wise. An author to watch! * Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock, author of the Carnegie Medal-shortlisted The Smell of Other People’s Houses *The magical realist element allows for a sharp but never preachy take on body image, romance and internet culture, most delightfully when strangers speak up about their own "holes", having "found an empowering metaphor for their lives" in the narrator. An optimistic ending is hard-won rather than saccharine. With this debut, Fortmeyer establishes herself as a writer to watch. * Irish Times *Fortmeyer's humor, sweetness and focus on sexual and medical consent are winning * The New York Times *

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Book SynopsisStonewall Book AwardsMike Morgan & Larry Romans Children's & Young Adult Literature Honor Book From the author of the critically acclaimed novel For Black Girls Like Me and the Schneider Family Book Award Winner Forever Is Now, comes a coming-of-age story surrounding the losses that threaten to break us and the friendships that make us whole again. Thirteen-year-old Andi feels stranded after the loss of her mother, the artist who swept color onto Andi's blank canvas. When she is accepted to a music camp, Andi finds herself struggling to play her trumpet like she used to before her whole world changed. Meanwhile, Zora, a returning camper, is exhausted trying to please her parents, who are determined to make her a flute prodigy, even though she secretly has a dancer's heart.At Harmony Music Camp, Zora and Andi are the only two Black girls in a sea of mostly white faces. In kayaks and creaky cabins, the two begin to connect, unravelin

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2011 Newbery Award.The movement of the train rocked me like a lullaby. I closed my eyes to the dusty countryside and imagined the sign I’d seen only in Gideon’s stories: Manifest—A Town with a rich past and a bright future. Abilene Tucker feels abandoned. Her father has put her on a train, sending her off to live with an old friend for the summer while he works a railroad job. Armed only with a few possessions and her list of universals, Abilene jumps off the train in Manifest, Kansas, aiming to learn about the boy her father once was.Having heard stories about Manifest, Abilene is disappointed to find that it’s just a dried-up, worn-out old town. But her disappointment quickly turns to excitement when she discovers a hidden cigar box full of mementos, including some old letters that mention a spy known as the Rattler. These mysterious letters send Abilene and her new friends, Lettie and Ruthanne, on an honest

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Book SynopsisFranklin Delano Donuthead is a fifth grader with a lot of problems: For starters, his last name is Donuthead. He considers himself handicapped because one arm and leg are shorter than the other (by less than half an inch), his mother is trying to poison him with non-organic foods (like salami), he doesn’t have a father, and Sarah Kervick, the new girl, who’s mean and totally unhygienic, is attached to him, warts and all, like glue. This is a hilarious and touching novel featuring a neurotic, scared boy and a tougher-than-nails girl who each help the other in more ways than they can imagine. Sue Stauffacher has crafted characters full of wit and sensitivity, with a little anti-bacterial soap thrown in for good measure.

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Book SynopsisLove is in the air in this is a collection of stories inspired by romantic tropes and edited by #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Gilded, Marissa Meyer.The secret admirer.The fake relationship.The matchmaker.From stories of first love, unrequited love, love that surprises, love that's been there all along, ten of the brightest and award-winning authors writing YA have taken on some of your favourite romantic tropes, embracing them and turning them on their heads. Readers will swoon for this collection of stories that celebrate love at its most humorous, inclusive, heart-expanding and serendipitous. Contributors include Elise Bryant, Elizabeth Eulberg, Leah Johnson, Anna-Marie McLemore, Marissa Meyer, Sandhya Menon, Julie Murphy, Caleb Roehrig, Sarah Winifred Searle and Abigail Hing Wen.

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