Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Dating, relationships, romance and love
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Heres to Us
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestseller! Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera reunite to continue the story of Arthur and Ben, the boys readers first fell for in the bestselling rom-com What If It’s Us.Ben survived freshman year of college, but he’s feeling more stuck than ever. His classes are a slog, his part-time job working with his father is even worse, and his best friend Dylan’s been acting weird for weeks. Ben’s only real bright spot is his writing partner Mario, who’s been giving him a lot of Spanish lessons and even more kisses. Mario’s big Hollywood dreams make Ben start to dream bigger—and the choices he makes now could be the key to reshaping his future. So why can’t he stop thinking about a certain boy from his past?Arthur is back in New York City for the first time in two years, ready to take the theater world by a storm as the world’s best . . .
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Heinemann Library, Div of Reed Elsevier Comparing Past and Present Playing with Friends
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Tor Teen Flash Fire
Book SynopsisFlash Fire is the explosive sequel to The Extraordinaries by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author TJ Klune! Through bravery, charm, and an alarming amount of enthusiasm, Nick landed himself the superhero boyfriend of his dreams. Now instead of just writing stories about him, Nick actually gets to kiss him. On the mouth. A lot. But having a superhero boyfriend isn't everything Nick thought it would behe's still struggling to make peace with his own lack of extraordinary powers. When new Extraordinaries begin arriving in Nova Citysiblings who can manipulate smoke and ice, a mysterious hero who can move objects with their mind, and a drag queen superhero with the best name and the most-sequined costume anyone has ever hadit's up to Nick and his friends Seth, Gibby, and Jazz to determine who is virtuous and who is villainous. And new Extraordinaries aren't the only things coming to light. Long-held secre
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Scholastic US Karens Roller Skates BabySitters Little Sister 2
Book SynopsisIt''s fun to be a Baby-sitters Little Sister! Karen will try anything!Karen has new roller skates. She is a very good skater. She can ever do tricks.But oh, no! Karen falls down and breaks her wrist! She has to go to the hospital and get a cast.Karen wants somebody famous to sign her cast. It isn''t going to be easy-but Karen won''t give up till she gets the job done!
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Simon & Schuster Ltd A Cuban Girls Guide to Tea and Tomorrow
Book SynopsisLove isn't always part of the plan . . . the perfect summer romance, soon to be a movie starring Heartstopper's Kit Connor and Pretty Little Liars' Maia Reficco! For Lila Reyes, a summer in England hadn't been on the cards. Certainly not one stuck in the small town of Winchester with a lack of sun and zero Miami flavour. But when Lila meets Orion Maxwell in the local tea shop, her nightmare trip starts to look up. With a bright new future suddenly on the horizon, will Lila leave behind everything she's ever planned and follow her heart? A New York Times bestseller and Reese Witherspoon x Hello Sunshine Book Club YA Pick.PRAISE FOR A CUBAN GIRL'S GUIDE TO TEA AND TOMORROW: 'An absolute delight' Rachael Lippincott, author of Five Feet Apart 'An utterly charming read that feels like a treasured recipe that will heal
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc They Both Die at the End Collectors Edition
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers It's Not Summer Without You
Book SynopsisNow an Original Series on Prime Video! Exclusive QR code with behind-the-scenes material from The Summer I Turned Pretty show! Belly finds out what comes after falling in love in this follow-up to The Summer I Turned Pretty from the New York Times bestselling author of To All the Boys I?ve Loved Before, Jenny Han.It used to be that Belly counted the days until summer, until she was back at Cousins Beach with Conrad and Jeremiah. But not this year. Not after Susannah got sick again and Conrad stopped caring. Everything that was right and good has fallen apart, leaving Belly wishing summer would never come. But when Jeremiah calls saying Conrad has disappeared, Belly knows what she must do to make things right again. And it can only happen back at the beach house, the three of them together, the way things used to be. If this summer really and truly is the last summer, it should end the way it started?at Cousins Beach.
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Hachette Children's Group Can Everyone Please Calm Down?: A Guide to 21st
Book SynopsisWhy do we find sexuality so, well ... scary? Comedian and co-creator of the hit show Feel Good, Mae Martin, investigates in this hilarious and intelligent guide to 21st century sexuality. By narrating their own, often humiliating, adventures in sex, dating and identity, Mae demystifies everything from weird crushes and coming out, to the pros and cons of labels and the joys of sexual fluidity.Mae's mission is to ensure that in a world that's full of things to worry about, who we choose to kiss should not be one of them. And when it comes to sexuality, Mae asks:CAN EVERYONE PLEASE CALM DOWN?
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Hot Key Books Confessions of an Alleged Good Girl
Book SynopsisThe hotly anticipated second book from Joya Goffney, author of the 2021 YA romcom Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry. Monique lives a perfect life - a preacher's daughter and the girlfriend of the town's golden boy.Trade ReviewPowerful, boundary pushing, and charmingly funny. * Camryn Garrett, author of Full Disclosure and Off the Record *Deeply empowering, sweet yet candid. A fearless story about the path to self acceptance. * Jenni Hendricks and Ted Caplan, authors of Unpregnant and Save Steve *I loved this book. Yes for the relatable content, humour and cuteness but for the positive Black narrative and romances that more people need to know about. For a quick, easy and fulfilled read, I commend you to pick this up when its out in May! -- Charlotte Murphy * NetGalley *I loved Joya's debut novel so I had high expectations for this. And it didn't disappoint! I loved this book to pieces and it felt so personal and beautifully raw. Thank you Joya for this book. It was a beauty. -- Michaela Williams * NetGalley *I love this author. I enjoyed their first book and i love how i get the exact same feelings whilst reading this one!!!! All those intimate scenes and the SLOW BURN OMG KILL ME NOW. Loved it...Amazing, amazing, AMAZING. Cannot wait to purchase a physical copy and this author is on my auto buy list!!!! -- Reema Sabeen-Saunders * NetGalley *I absolutely adored this story. Joya writes really good YA teen rom coms that feel reminiscent of the books I was reading 10 years ago but they are just more modern. The diversity as well as the important conversations around sex and taking back control make this an unmissable 2022 YA read. She truly is one of the greatest YA contemporary writers around at the moment and I hope she gets more recognition. -- Sofia Saghir * NetGalley *After quite a slow start to the year in terms of reading, this book was a breathe of fresh air. I speed through it in under a day and was absolutely obsessed. I didn't think it would be possible for me to like this one as much as Joya Goffney's debut (which I LOVED) but I think I actually have a new favourite. It was full of heart, hope and love and I hope everyone picks it up this year! -- Laura Lawrence * NetGalley *I am so glad this book exists. I think every teenage girl should read this because its such an important topic. Similarly to Monique, I've had a really unhealthy relationship with sex for most of my life and this book made me feel so safe and seen. Joya Goffney is now definitely one of my favourite authors. Both her books have been fantastic and important. This review is quite incoherent because i'm feeling alot after finishing this book. Just please please please read this when it is released in May 2022. You will not regret it. -- Hannah Adamson * NetGalley *Not only did I love the characters but the overarching themes concerning female empowerment and the notion that your body is your own are both incredibly powerful and important messages for young readers and I think this would be a great book to accompany any sex education curriculum in schools. If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would! -- Hannah Park * NetGalley *This book had me hooked from the start! The characters, the storyline, the location! Wow I loved it! -- Stacey Catling * NetGalley *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Brilliant Questions About Growing Up
Book SynopsisA simple and modern guide to bodies and boundaries!Amy and Alex have toured over 200 schools delivering inclusive sex and relationship lessons.They''ve taken the toughest and most common questions about puberty from THOUSANDS of UK children and answered them in this simple and empathetic guide to growing up. From questions about puberty, consent and boundaries to navigating the online world and sexuality, Brilliant Questions About Growing Up is an easy-to-follow toolkit about what ''normal'' really means when it comes to growing up (spoiler, it looks different for all of us).This reassuring read is ideal for 7-11 year olds and offers a non-judgemental approach to all of those difficult, funny and (sometimes) embarrassing questions in a way that facilitates honest and comfortable conversations with children.''The authors navigated this difficult to explain and sometimes difficult to understand area with great empathy and simplicitTrade Review'The authors navigated this difficult to explain and sometimes difficult to understand area with great empathy and simplicity . . . I think this is a great book and I'll continue to use it as a parent, sharing it with my kids as we try and understand the world of growing up together.' -- Dan Sumpton * Sonshine Magazine *
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Enchanted Lion Books Bertolt
Book SynopsisThis is a charming, touching story about an imaginative boy whose best friend is an oak tree named Bertolt. The boy admits to being an outlier among his peers, but insists that while he is alone, he is never lonely. Being independent suits him, and he considers his difference to be his advantage. A daily refuge is his tree, Bertolt, who provides him a literal and metaphorical vantage point from which to observe the world. Bertolt gives by simply being--he is host to the boy's imaginative adventuring. In springtime, when Bertolt's leaves are abundant and communities of animals make their homes in the tree's nooks and branches, the boy tucks himself away to observe everyday happenings, like the mischievous Tucker twins stealing bottles and the mailman setting down traps. He remains plucky and unbothered, even as he says goodbye to Bertolt for the winter season. After the last frost, when the trees are in bloom, the boy notices that Bertolt is yet bare, and comes to the conclusion that his tree must have died. The boy's strong spirit manifests itself in his desire to honor his friend's life and generosity, revealing to readers the real, sweet mutuality of this friendship. This book is about the imagination and the wonderful ways in which we nurture ourselves in the process of becoming who we are, and because Bertolt dies in a winter's storm, it is also a book about finitude and loss, sorrow and acceptance. Goldstyn Jacques was born in 1958 in Saint-Eugene Argentenay. A graduate of the University of Montreal, he worked in petroleum geology. In 1981, he illustrated his first book: Les Debrouillards, a collection with a scientific bent. He has illustrated numerous books about the same cast of characters, and works with the press as well.Trade Review"Humor, contemplation, and masterful illustrations."— STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus Reviews "Crowning the canon of arboreal allegories is Bertolt by French-Canadian geologist-turned-artist Jacques Goldstyn — the uncommonly tender story of an ancient tree named Bertolt and the boy who named and loved it. From Goldstyn’s simple words and the free, alive, infinitely expressive line of his illustrations radiates a profound parable of belonging, reconciling love and loss, and savoring solitude without suffering loneliness."— Maria Popova, Brain Pickings "A lovely look at introversion, imagination and the power of being different and embracing it."—Waking Brain Cells "Goldstyn manages to convey a world of emotions in his detailed drawings, and captures the feelings of childhood—both its playfulness and imagination, as well as the sense of smallness that comes with being a child in a world of adults.”— Bernie Goedhart, Postmedia "It is an intimate book that implores you to read it in hushed tones with quiet pauses. Its sadness holds beauty; its sweetness never threatens to become saccharine. Bertolt is a truly exceptional exploration of ephemerality."— Serah-Marie McMahon, STARRED REVIEW, Quill & Quire "Goldstyn’s playful prose is similarly nuanced, alternating between humor, palpable admiration for the natural world, unflinching honesty, and in the story’s final spreads, no words at all. Reworking notions of both loss and what it means to be alone, this is an imaginative, introspective, and quietly profound paean to life’s little wonders."— Briana Shemroske, STARRED REVIEW, Booklist
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E625 Amar Es Para Valientes
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Simon & Schuster The Perfect Date
Book SynopsisA grieving teen’s past comes back to haunt him in this chilling installment in R.L. Stine’s bestselling Fear Street series—now with a fresh new look!Brady Karlin is getting on with his life. The memory of his girlfriend—killed in a gruesome sledding accident last year—is beginning to fade. Now he’s met Rosha Nelson, the girl of his dreams. And he’s never been happier. Until Brady starts to see a strange figure with a terribly scarred face following him everywhere. And horrible accidents start happening every time Rosha’s around. Has dating Rosha made Brady’s dreams come true? Or brought his worst nightmares to life?
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Tor Teen The Extraordinaries The Extraordinaries 1
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Are We All Lemmings Snowflakes
Book SynopsisWelcome to Camp Reset, a summer camp with a difference. A place offering a shot at normality for Olive, a girl on the edge, and her new friends. But as Olive settles in, she starts to wonder - maybe it's this messed up world that needs fixing, and not them. And so she comes up with a plan. Because together, snowflakes can form avalanches...Trade ReviewAlongside an intriguing concept, there are shrewd observations about mental health issues… that will reassure readers this is a book (and an author) that does, actually, ‘get’ it. * Irish Times *an honest, funny book full of heart * Irish Sunday Independent *As ever, bestselling young adult author Holly Bourne tackles a serious subject with humour and sensitivity. * Sunday Express S Magazine *Bourne is intensely readable and writes with compassion, insight and humour. * The Observer *Holly Bourne applies her inimitable surreal humour to the dark reaches of the disordered mind… Olive’s passionate desire to spread a ‘kindness virus’ is tremendously endearing as she flies the flag for courage and altruism. * The Guardian *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Its Not Like Its a Secret
Book SynopsisWinner of the Asian/Pacific American Award for Young Adult Literature * 2018 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults * 2018 Rainbow Book List * A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2017Well-paced, brimming with drama, and utterly vital.?Kirkus (starred review)This charming and bittersweet coming-of-age story featuring two girls of color falling in love is part To All the Boys I''ve Loved Before and part Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda.Sixteen-year-old Sana Kiyohara has too many secrets. Some are small, like how it bothers her when her friends don?t invite her to parties. Some are big, like the fact thather father may be having an affair. And then there?s the one that she can barely even admit toherself?theone about how she might have a crush on her best friend.When Sana and her family move to California, she begins to wonder if it?s finally time forsome honesty, especially after she meets Jamie Ramirez. Jamie is beautiful and smart and unlike anyone Sana?s ever known.There are just a few problems: Sana''s newfriends don''t trust Jamie''s crowd; Jamie''s friends clearly don''t want her around anyway; and a sweet guy named Caleb seems to have more-than-friendly feelings for her. Meanwhile, her dad?s affair is becoming too obvious to ignore.Sana always figured that the hardest thing would be to tell people that she wants to date a girl, but as she quickly learns, telling the truth is easy?what comes after it, though, is a whole lot more complicated.Trade Review“Sugiura thoughtfully explores intersecting issues of race, immigrant-family relationships, queer romance, and, less explicitly, class dynamics without implying the significance of one over the others. Well-paced, brimming with drama, and utterly vital.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A queer coming-of-age story that also tackles big topics like adultery, racism, and the cultural conflicts of immigrant families.” — Brightly “An essential and delightful choice that realistically celebrates a teen’s discovery of trust in herself and in others.” — School Library Journal
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Andersen Press Ltd Things a Bright Girl Can Do
Book SynopsisShortlisted for the Carnegie Medal 2019, National Book Award, Books Are My Bag Readers' Awards and the YA Book Prize Through rallies and marches, in polite drawing rooms and freezing prison cells and the poverty-stricken slums of the East End, three courageous young women join the fight for the vote. Evelyn is seventeen, and though she is rich and clever, she may never be allowed to follow her older brother to university. Enraged that she is expected to marry her childhood sweetheart rather than be educated, she joins the Suffragettes, and vows to pay the ultimate price for women's freedom. May is fifteen, and already sworn to the cause, though she and her fellow Suffragists refuse violence. When she meets Nell, a girl who's grown up in hardship, she sees a kindred spirit. Together and in love, the two girls start to dream of a world where all kinds of women have their place. But the fight for freedom will challenge Evelyn, May and Nell more than they ever could believe. As war looms, just how much are they willing to sacrifice?Trade Review"Nicholls has brought alive the young women of the past to empower the next generation" -- Alex O'Connell * The Times, Children's Book of the Week *"Each voice is distinct, resonant and authentic... uniquely special" -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *"Romantic and inspiring" -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times, Best Books of 2017 *"[A] chocolate box of a novel ... books such as this are all the more to be prized" * Telegraph *"A perfect balm to a frustrating world" * Buzzfeed *"Timely, informative and hugely enjoyable... the book excels at what fiction is best at: inviting empathy and understanding for others" * Irish Times *"Things A Bright Girl Can Do is relevant for every generation" * Evening Standard *"A richly textured novel" -- Geraldine Brennan * Observer, Best books of 2017 *"Inspiring and infuriating in equal measures, Things A Bright Girl Can Do is an utterly captivating novel. Sally Nicholls deftly weaves history and politics into the narrative with such a lightness of touch, it was impossible to stop reading. Immensely enjoyable" -- Louise O'Neill"Fantastic. Conveys all the intricacies of the political and social situation in a way that's vivid, hard-hitting, funny and emotionally compelling. It feels like we're living it, rather than just learning about it." * Frances Hardinge *"Hurrah for Sally! This is a lovely and engrossing novel about three girls caught up in the Suffragette movement and WW1. It's Sarah Waters for teens, pitch-perfect, historically accurate, very romantic and a jolly good read." * Robin Stevens *"Tough, unsentimental and well realised" -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman, Best Books of 2017 *"An incredible read for any young person, that teaches the importance of equality" -- Natasha Harding * The Sun *"A fascinating and emotive read for any budding feminist" * Scotsman *"A captivating YA novel... Things a Bright Girl Can Do explores sexual identity, the grim realities of poverty and war and the fraught nature of first love. Its appeal will reach readers of any age." -- Sarra Manning * Red Magazine *
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Bloom Books Keeping 13
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Cuento de Luz SL Oso quiere volar (Bear Wants to Fly)
Book SynopsisPremiado en Estados Unidos en los 2016 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards “Oso sueña con volar” es la extraña noticia que causa un gran alboroto entre los animales del bosque. Algunos piensan que eso es imposible, pero… ¿qué se pierde por intentarlo? Oso quiere volar es una emotiva historia que nos hará reflexionar sobre las ventajas del trabajo en equipo y la importancia de luchar por los sueños, por imposibles que parezcan. Lexile Level: 700L No se pierdan el booktrailer! Las primeras páginas:
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HarperCollins Publishers Knocked out by my nunganungas.
Book SynopsisBrilliantly funny teenage angst author Louise Rennison's fabby third book on the confessions of crazy but lovable Georgia Nicolson. Now repackaged in a gorgeous new paperback and guaranteed to have the nation laughing their knickers off!Jas said, Well, what happened?And I said, Well, it was beyond marvy. We talked and snogged and then he made me a sandwich and we snogged and then he played me a record and then we snogged.So it was likeYeah a snogging fest.Sacré bleu!Jas looked like she was thinking which is a) unusual and b) scary.I said, But then this weird thing happened. He had his hands on my waist, standing behind me.Oo-erD-accord. Anyway, I turned round and he sort of leaped out of the way like two short leaping things.Was he dancing?No I think he was frightened of being knocked out by my nunga-nungasThen we both laughed like loons on loon tablets (i.e. A LOT).Trade Review“…top teen saga. You’ll be falling about laughing at this.” Mizz Praise for …AND THAT’S WHEN IT FELL OFF IN MY HAND: “Readers will find themselves laughing uncontrollably until their sides hurt and won’t be able to put the book down.” The Sunday Times “Hilarious…[Louise Rennison] is queen of the pink-book pack”. The Times Praise for ANGUS, THONGS AND FULL-FRONTAL SNOGGING: “Bridget Jones for teenagers – but funnier. Expect Potter-esque queues for the sequel.” Sunday Telegraph “Don’t miss this gem” Guardian
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Where Willy Went
Book SynopsisA simple introduction to reproduction. Every single day, Willy, a small sperm, practices for the Great Swimming Race. But, when the day arrives, will Willy be able to swim faster than his 300 million friends? He''ll have to if he stands a chance of meeting the marvellous egg.Join Willy on his biggest adventure yet! Hilariously funny, warm, and playful, this is a picture book that appeals to both children and grown-ups.Fresh, original, and imaginative. . . . Allan''s achievement is in couching fascinating facts within the construct of a gentle, direct narrative. A little knowledge is a wonderful thing, and as the rest of the facts of life fall into place, Allan''s readers will look back on this book with a mixture of fondness and wry amusement. -The GuardianTrade ReviewFrank and funny . . . Takes young children, skipping and whooping, out from under the gooseberry bush * Independent *Likeably frank . . . Truthful and informative . . . Use it as a springboard for your own elaboration and discussion * Daily Telegraph *A wonderful way to introduce the facts of life to young children in a non-threatening, accessible way * Right Start *The facts of life are presented to young readers in an accessible format, helped by Nicholas Allan's humorous illustrations * Waterstones Books Quarterly *Hilariously funny, warm, endearing and totally non-threatening - this small masterpiece presents the facts of life to young children in a unique but totally accessible way. A godsend for any parent faced with awkward questions * Parents News *
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Penguin Putnam Inc An Abundance of Katherines
Book SynopsisFrom the #1 bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars Michael L. Printz Honor BookLos Angeles Times Book Prize FinalistKatherine V thought boys were grossKatherine X just wanted to be friendsKatherine XVIII dumped him in an e-mailK-19 broke his heartWhen it comes to relationships, Colin Singleton's type happens to be girls named Katherine. And when it comes to girls named Katherine, Colin is always getting dumped. Nineteen times, to be exact.On a road trip miles from home, this anagram-happy, washed-up child prodigy has ten thousand dollars in his pocket, a bloodthirsty feral hog on his trail, and an overweight, Judge Judy-loving best friend riding shotgun--but no Katherines. Colin is on a mission to prove The Theorem of Underlying Katherine Predictability, which he hopes will predict the future of any relationship, avenge Dumpees everywhere, and finally win him the girl.Love, friendship
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Penguin Books Ltd Things Not Seen
Book SynopsisWinner of American Library Association Schneider Family Book Award! Bobby Phillips is an average fifteen-year-old-boy. Until the morning he wakes up and can''t see himself in the mirror. Not blind, not dreaming-Bobby is just plain invisible. There doesn''t seem to be any rhyme or reason to Bobby''s new condition; even his dad the physicist can''t figure it out. For Bobby that means no school, no friends, no life. He''s a missing person. Then he meets Alicia. She''s blind, and Bobby can''t resist talking to her, trusting her. But people are starting to wonder where Bobby is. Bobby knows that his invisibility could have dangerous consequences for his family and that time is running out. He has to find out how to be seen again-before it''s too late.
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HarperCollins Publishers Stop in the name of pants Book 9 Confessions of
Book SynopsisSound the Cosmic Horn for bestselling author Louise Rennison's ninth book of the confessions of crazy but loveable teenager Georgia Nicolson!Now that Georgia has finally won over gorgey Masimo, the Italian Stallion, her old friend and lip-nibbling partner Dave the Laugh has popped up again. Will Georgia go to Pizza-a-gogo land to visit dreamy Masimo? Or could her perfect boy be closer than she thinks. A Sex Kitty's life is never simpleMore hilarious confessions from our fave teen drama queen, Georgia Nicolson.Trade ReviewPraise for ‘…startled by his furry shorts!’ ‘It’s an excellent book and I’m dying to know what happens next.’ Sugar Praise for ‘…then he ate my boy entrancers.’: '’You'll be falling about laughing at this.' Mizz ‘The only snag about taking this on holiday is that it won’t last long: it will be consumed without a break except for the snorting noises. But it can always be passed on to parents by any youngster who can stand the sound of Vati’s and Mutti’s snorts, or dipped into repeatedly because every line is vair vair funny.’ Sunday TimesPraise for ‘…startled by his furry shorts.’: ‘It’s an excellent book and I’m dying to know what happens next.’ Sugar Praise for ‘…and that’s when it fell off in my hand.’: ‘Readers will find themselves laughing uncontrollably until their sides hurt, and won’t be able to put the book down.’ Sunday Times ‘Hilarious… [Louise Rennison] is queen of the pink-book pack.’ The Times Praise for ‘Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging’: ‘Bridget Jones for teenagers – but funnier. Expect Potter-esque queues for the sequel.’ Sunday Telegraph
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda
Book SynopsisLove, Victor is now a major TV series on Dinsey+, set in the world of the hit film Love, Simon The beloved, award-winning novel is now a major motion picture starring 13 Reasons Why''s Katherine Langford and Everything, Everything''s Nick Robinson. ----------Straight people should have to come out too. And the more awkward it is, the better. Simon Spier is sixteen and trying to work out who he is - and what he''s looking for. But when one of his emails to the very distracting Blue falls into the wrong hands, things get all kinds of complicated.Because, for Simon, falling for Blue is a big deal ...It''s a holy freaking huge awesome deal.----------Praise for Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda: ''Worthy of Fault in Our Stars-level obsession.'' Entertainment Weekly''I love you, SIMON. I LOVE YOU! And I love thisTrade ReviewThe love child of John Green and Rainbow Rowell * Teen Vogue *I love you, Simon. I love you! And I love this fresh, funny, live-out-loud book. -- Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling author of ALL THE BRIGHT PLACESTouching and passionate . . . Completely loveable, with bags of empathy * Observer *A remarkable gift of a novel. -- Andrew Smith, author of GRASSHOPPER JUNGLEHilarious and heartbreaking . . . Readers will fall madly in love with Simon * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *Books like SIMON do change people's lives -- Waterstones Darlington BooksellerA wonderfully charismatic story about coming-of-age and coming out * Bookseller *Funny, moving and emotionally wise * Kirkus Reviews (starred) *I think I just felt my heart explode in my chest -- Goodreads (5 stars)One of the most electric, authentic characters I've ever read. . . I LOVE this book. LOVE it. Five freaking stars. -- Goodreads (5 Stars)A radically tender debut . . Steal this from your teen * O (Oprah’s Magazine) *When books this powerful come along we must pay attention. * The Gay UK *I devoured it in one sitting and absolutely adored it * Sugarscape *Unforgettable . . . I almost cried because all the feelings it made me feel * HowlingforBooks *The world needs this book, YOU need this book * PopGoesTheReader *
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Random House USA Inc The Book of Dust La Belle Sauvage Book of Dust
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HarperCollins Focus Girl Talk: The Ultimate Body and Puberty Book
Book SynopsisGirl Talk is the must-have advice book for girls navigating all things puberty and growing up!This easy to read, diverse guide is illustrated for better understanding and includes bodies of all shapes, abilities, and sizes. With Girl Talk, get the answers to the questions you don't know who to ask or are too embarrassed to. From body changes, personal hygiene, healthy eating, and tips for sensitive topics, this book covers all the bases. Learn to not only prioritize your physical health, but your emotional health, too! A healthy mind and a healthy heart makes for a happy life. Maintain healthy relationships with family, friends, and peers. Growing up isn't just about your changing body. Learn how to handle peer pressure, social media safety, leadership, and self-confidence so that you can be your best you as you journey through this new time in your life.
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Penguin USA Your Lonely Nights Are Over
Book SynopsisScream meets Clueless in this YA horror from Adam Sass in which two gay teen BFFs find their friendship tested when a serial killer starts targeting their school’s Queer Club.Dearie and Cole are inseparable, unlikeable, and (in bad luck for them) totally unbelievable.From the day they met, Dearie and Cole have been two against the world. But whenever something bad happens at Stone Grove High School, they get blamed. Why? They’re beautiful, flirtatious, dangerously clever queen bees, and they’re always ready to call out their fellow students. But they’ve never faced a bigger threat than surviving senior year, when Mr. Sandman, a famous, never-caught serial killer emerges from a long retirement—and his hunting ground is their school Queer Club.As evidence and bodies begin piling up and suspicion points at Dearie and Cole, they will need to do whatever it takes to unmask the real killer before they and the rest of
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Faber & Faber The Tigerboy Faber Childrens Classics
Book SynopsisA very ordinary boy. Nobody noticed him, he was just like everyone else.But Fred knew he was different.He just didn''t know quite how different.And when he did....Well, what then?
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American Girl Publishing Inc A Smart Girl's Guide: Drama, Rumors & Secrets:
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American Girl Publishing Inc Friends (Revised): Making Them & Keeping Them
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Penguin Putnam Inc Isla and the Happily Ever After
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Random House USA Inc The Name Jar
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Rowman & Littlefield The Pride Guide: A Guide to Sexual and Social
Book SynopsisSex education materials meant to explain important basics to kids are too-often not written with an empathic understanding of what those basics are. This is particularly obvious regarding books that include LGBTQ identities. Even when they do hit the mark, many have a limited scope and don’t take into account the practical realities of developing sexuality. The Pride Guide is written explicitly for the almost ten percent of teenagers who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, or any of the unique identities that are not heterosexual/ cisgendered. It explores sex, dating, relationships, puberty, and both physical and online safety in one resource. The issue, today, is not whether or not queer youth will get sex education. The issue is how and where they will gather information and whether or not the information they gather with be applicable, unreliable, or exploitative. Equipping teens and their families with knowledge and self-confidence, this work provides the best protection against the unfortunate consequences that sometimes accompany growing up with an alternative gender or identity. With real-world information presented in a factual and humorous way, responsible adults can teach queer youth to (and how to) protect themselves, to find resources, to explore who they are, and to interact with the world around them while being true to themselves and respectful of others. Written with these issues in mind, The Pride Guide covers universal topics that apply to everyone, such as values clarification, digital citizenship, responsibility, information regarding abstinence as well as indulgence, and an understanding of the consequences and results of both action and inaction. For LGBTQ youth, this is a resource containing information on the unique issues queer youth face regarding what puberty looks like (particularly for trans youth), dating skills and violence, activism, personal safety, and above all, pride. Parents and other supportive adults who are motivated to educate themselves and who are interested in gaining some tools and skills around making these necessary conversations less uncomfortable and more effective will benefit from this book. The go-to resource for making informed decisions, The Pride Guide is indispensable for teens, parents, educators, and others hoping to support the safe journey of LGBTQ teens on their journey of discovery.Trade ReviewLongtime therapist and sex educator Langford has written an indispensable guide to a universe of things sexual and social for LGBTQ+ youth and their parents or caregivers. Written in an accessible and always empathetic style, the book is never dreary or didactic. On the contrary, though it deals with serious matters (some of them life-or-death), it manages its material with a light touch; the author has a sense of humor and, happily, it shows. The content is near encyclopedic, ranging from biology to coming out, from dating to “the religion thing,” and from casual sex to personal safety. It is particularly complete and enlightening in terms of its coverage of transgender matters, cutting through the thicket of confusing jargon that usually surrounds this nuanced consideration. Langford also gives welcome, timely attention to things digital, including porn, online dating, and safety. At a time when too many sex-education courses continue to ignore LGBTQ+ issues and kids, the book is essential in providing necessary information and, yes, reassurance, though the author is quick to encourage his readers to do their own research. Aside from its intended audience, this excellent book will be useful for therapists and teachers. It belongs in every library. * Booklist, Starred Review *This inclusive, though thorough resource respectfully presents information relevant to many queer teens and adults raising LGBTQIA+ kids. VERDICT: Shelve this empowering guide where both parents and teens will find it * School Library Journal *LGBT teens and their parents will find up-to-date information about a wide range of sexual topics that will help them make more informed decisions about how to navigate puberty and adolescence. Jo’s book is cutting-edge, with up-to-date information, and current thinking about these underserved populations. -- Joe Kort, Ph.D., MSW, MA; author of Gay Affirmative Therapy for the Straight Clinician: The Essential GuideYes! Adults now have a resource geared toward the LGBTQ kids in their lives! Jo has an amazing ability to engage the reader in open, research-based discussion on sexuality. His natural style walks you through all the awkward, confusing, and sometimes humorous aspects of this part of human development. -- Jen O'Ryan Ph.D, PhD[Jo’s book] adds a much needed voice on sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity. There is a wealth of well-researched information that is presented in a clear, easy to read, format. Educating yourself and your child on this integral aspect of their humanity is the first step in protecting their sexual health. -- David Breland, MD, MpH; Medical Director, Seattle Children's Gender Clinic[Jo’s book] is excellent. Very thorough, informative and both youth and parent friendly. I think it is definitely needed within our community…school counselors and staff, therapists, and youth service providers will also find it to be a valuable resource. -- Brenda Newell, LICSW, Sexual Minority SpecialistJust a few pages in and I was already wishing I had this growing up. Jo takes a really warm approach to some of the more complicated aspects of either being queer or raising someone who is. Regardless of your child's identity, this is simply something every parent should read. -- Chris Lange, author and artist of Capitol HillbilliesTable of ContentsPART ONE: “BORN THIS WAY” Chapter 1. Biology Chapter 2. Puberty Chapter 3. If You Were Born With Female Reproductive Parts Chapter 4: If You Were Born With Male Reproductive Parts Chapter 5: Body Image PART TWO: “TRUE COLORS” Chapter 6. Identity and the Spectrum Chapter 7. Expression and the Spectrum PART THREE: “I’M COMING OUT” Chapter 8. Coming Out Chapter 9. Coming Out Bi Chapter 10. Coming Out Ace Chapter 11. Coming Out Trans Chapter 12. Transition Chapter 13. Passing PART FOUR: “LETS HAVE A KIKI” Chapter 14. Dating Chapter 15. Relationships Chapter 16. Intimate Violence PART FIVE: “SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW” Chapter 17. The Sex Part Chapter 18. Abstinence and Indulgence Chapter 19. Casual Sex PART SIX: “CLOSER TO FINE’ Chapter 21. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Chapter 22. HIV/AIDS 101 Chapter 23. Safer Sex Chapter 24. Sexual Health PART SEVEN: “DON’T LEAVE ME THIS WAY” Chapter 25. Sexual Harm Chapter 26. Harassment, Abuse & Assault Chapter 27. Personal Safety. PART EIGHT: “I WILL SURVIVE” Chapter 28. SexualIZED Harm Chapter 29. Coping with Minority Stress Chapter 30. The Religion Thing Chapter 31. If Your Family Is Unsupportive… PART NINE: “(SUPERMODEL) YOU BETTER WORK Chapter 32: Online Safety Chapter 33: Porn Chapter 34. Digital Citizenship PART TEN: “WE ARE FAMILY” [FOR PARENTS] Chapter 35. LGBTQ 101 for Parents Chapter 36. Is My Kid Gay? Chapter 37. Is My Child Trans? Chapter 38. My Kid Came Out, Now What? Chapter 39. The Family That Transitions Together… Chapter 40. Parenting Your Queer Kid
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc What If Its Us
Book SynopsisA New York Times, USA Today, and Indie bestseller! Critically acclaimed and bestselling authors Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera combine their talents in this smart, funny, heartfelt collaboration about two very different boys who can''t decide if the universe is pushing them together''or pulling them apart.ARTHUR is only in New York for the summer, but if Broadway has taught him anything, it''s that the universe can deliver a showstopping romance when you least expect it.BEN thinks the universe needs to mind its business. If the universe had his back, he wouldn''t be on his way to the post office carrying a box of his ex-boyfriend''s things.But when Arthur and Ben meet-cute at the post office, what exactly does the universe have in store for them . . . ?Maybe nothing. After all, they get separated.Maybe everything. After all, they get reunited.But what if they can''t nail a first date even after three do-overs?What if Arthur tries too hard to make it work and Ben doesn''t try hard enough?What if life really isn''t like a Broadway play?But what if it is?What if it''s us?Plus don''t miss Yes No Maybe So, Becky Albertalli''s and Aisha Saeed''s heartwarming and hilarious new novel, or Infinity Son, the first book in Adam Silvera''s epic new fantasy series, both coming in 2020!
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Hachette Children's Group What is Gender? How Does It Define Us? And Other
Book SynopsisWhat's the difference between sex and gender? What does it mean to be defined by your gender? Are there only two genders? This informative book helps kids to explore these questions and many more. It explains how your gender can have an impact on your life, what it means to choose your own gender identity and the importance of gender equality. Topics covered include gender stereotypes, why there are different toys for boys and girls, being intersex and transgender, cross-dressing and gender around the world. You will also hear from a range of people who share their personal gender philosophies. Poet Anthony Anaxagorou discusses his masculinity, author Holly Bourne writes about the importance of feminism, Krishna Istha explains what it means to be genderqueer and Juno shares her experiences of being transgender. Other contributors and celebrities featured include Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, John Legend, Jack Monroe, Caitlyn Jenner, RuPaul, Laura Dockrill, Conchita Wurst, Andrew McMillan and Emma Watson. Aimed at young people aged 10 and upwards.Part of the groundbreaking and important 'And Other Big Questions' series, which offers balanced and considered views on the big issues we face in the world we live in today.Other titles in the series include:What is Humanism? How do you live without a god?What is Feminism? Why do we need it?Who are Refugees and Migrants? What makes people leave their homes?What is Consent? Why is it important?What is Masculinity? Why does it matter?What is Mental Health? Where does it come from?Trade ReviewDawson's helpful and handy guide to gender is designed for kids and families, opening up conversations about expression, identity, and relationships at a thoughtful, kid-oriented level. * Buzzfeed *Table of Contents 1: Introducing Gender 2: What Is Sex? 3: What Is Intersex? 4: What Is Gender? 5: What Are Gender Stereotypes? 6: My Gender: Juno Dawson 7: Why Do Boys And Girls Look Different? 8: Why Can’t Boys Play With Dolls? 9: My Gender: Laura Dockrill 10: My Gender: Anthony Anaxagorou 11: What Is Transgender? 12: My Gender: Fox Fisher 13: Gender And Feminism 14: My Gender: Holly Bourne 15: What Is Cross-Dressing? 16: Gender Around The World 17: What’s The Difference Between Sex And Sexuality? 18: My Gender: Matt Lister 19: Do We Need Gender? 20: My Gender: Krishna Istha 21: My Gender: Andrew McMillan 22: What’s Your Gender? 23: Helpful Numbers And Websites 24: Glossary 25: Index
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HarperCollins Publishers The Exact Opposite of Okay
Book SynopsisWINNER of the inaugural Comedy Women in Print prize 2019.''A brilliant social satire disarmingly charming and relatable it was hilarious.Laura Steven is an explosive talent on the page!'' CWIP judges MarianKeyes, Kathy Lette, Katy Brand, Allison Pearson, Shazia Mirza and Jennifer Young''Laura Steven simultaneously destroyed the patriarchy and made me laugh so hard I choked. I will protect Izzy O''Neill with my life.'' Becky Albertalli, author of Love SimonA hilarious, groundbreaking young adult novel for anyone who''s ever called themselves a feminist and anyone who hasn''t. For fans of Louise O''Neill, Holly Bourne and Amy Schumer.Izzy O''Neill here! Impoverished orphan, aspiring comedian and Slut Extraordinaire, if the gossip sites are anything to go by Izzy never expected to be eighteen and internationally reviled. But when explicit photos involving her, a politician''s son and a garden bench are published online, the trolls set out to take her apart. Armed with best friend AjitaTrade ReviewLaura Stevens sparky novel The Exact Opposite of Okay – was an empowering and feminist pleasure. -- Helen Lederer * Comedy Women In Print Prize *
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Hachette Children's Group Bad Girls Never Say Die
Book SynopsisEvie Barnes is a bad girl. And everyone knows that bad girls make the best friends ... A story of murder, secrets and tragedy from the author of MOXIE - as seen on Netflix.Trade ReviewGripping, relatable and emotionally engaging, Bad Girls Never Say Die is a triumph. * LoveReading4Kids *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Falling in Love Montage
Book SynopsisTwo girls embark on a summer of montage-worthy dates (with a few strings attached) in this hilarious and heartfelt lesbian rom-com that?s perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Jenny Han. Seventeen-year-old cynic Saoirse Clarke isn?t looking for a relationship. But when she meets mischievous Ruby, that rule goes right out the window. Sort of. Because Ruby has a loophole in mind: a summer of all the best cliché movie montage dates, with a definite ending come fall?no broken hearts, no messy breakup. It would be the perfect plan, if they weren?t forgetting one thing about the Falling in Love Montage: when it?s over, the characters have fallen in love...for real. Ciara Smyth?s debut is a delightful, multilayered YA rom-com that will make you laugh, cry, and absolutely fall in love.
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Hachette Children's Group The 57 Bus: A True Story of Two Teenagers and the
Book SynopsisWinner of the Stonewall Young Adult Literature AwardOne teenager in a skirt. One teenager with a lighter. One moment that changes both their lives forever.Two teenagers growing up in Oakland, California. One, Sasha, was born male but identifies as agender, wears skirts and attends a private school. The other, Richard, is an African American from a poor part of Oakland who attends a rough public school. They have no reason to meet, except for eight minutes every day, they catch the same bus home. And one day, messing about, Richard spies Sasha napping. He flicks the flame of his lighter to Sasha's skirt, and Sasha wakes up in a ball of flame. What happens next, as the victim, the perpetrator and the community struggle to come to terms with their sadness and shock, is a story of recovery, reconciliation, forgiveness and, above all, hope. It's about the power of being true to yourself, bravery and the good and bad in all of us. And, remarkably, it's all true.Trade ReviewA sensitive study of an incident wrapped up in so many modern conundrums -- Suzi Feay * The Financial Times *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Love Match
Book SynopsisTo All the Boys I’ve Loved Before meets Pride and Prejudice in this swoony and thoughtful romantic comedy from debut author Priyanka Taslim. Zahra Khan is basically Bangladeshi royalty – but being a princess doesn’t pay the bills in New Jersey. While Zahra plans to save money for college by working through the summer at a tea shop, her meddling mum is convinced that a “good match” in marriage will solve their family’s financial woes. Enter Harun Emon, the wealthy, devastatingly handsome and . . . aloof boy Zahra is set up with. As soon as they meet, Zahra and Harun both know it’s not going to work. It’s nothing like the connection she has with Nayim Aktar, the new dishwasher at the tea shop, who just gets her in a way no one has before. Deciding to slowly sabotage their parents’ plans, Zahra a
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The State of Us
Book Synopsis"Dre and Dean have got my vote!"—Adib Khorram, award-winning author of Darius the Great Is Not Okay When Dean Arnault’s mother decided to run for president, it wasn’t a surprise to anyone, least of all her son.Trade Review"Dre and Dean have got my vote!" — Adib Khorram, award-winning author of Darius the Great Is Not Okay "While the joyful love story is front and center, Hutchinson’s deft handling of his characters provides a perfect—and surprisingly subtle—vehicle for relating the inner journeys of queer and questioning teens, most notably Dean’s exploration of his place on the asexual spectrum. Charming, humorous, nicely paced, and never dull, this timely romance will appeal beyond its genre—a must for all collections." — Booklist (starred review) “Two likable characters in a love-against-the-odds story that effectively takes up the well-timed issue of how to love people whose beliefs one doesn’t share.” — Publishers Weekly "A supremely charming YA romance set against the 2020 Presidential election!" — Cathy Berner, Blue Willow Bookshop
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Scholastic Inc. Karens Witch BabySitters Little Sister 1
Book SynopsisIt''s fun to be a Baby-sitters Little Sister! Is she Mrs. Porter...or a witch?Karen lives next door to an old lady named Mrs. Porter. Mrs. Porter wears long black robes and has wild gray hair. Her black cat is named Midnight. No wonder Karen thinks Mrs. Porter is a witch!Mrs. Porter is having a meeting at her house. Karen is sure the meeting is for witches.Are the witches going to cast a spell on Karen? Or will she be brave enough to send them away-once and for all?
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Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Estuche El Principito / The Little Prince (Boxed
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Starfish Bay Publishing Pty Ltd Sam's Treasure
Book SynopsisAge 5+ Sam is an eccentric old sailor who lives alone in an old tramcar by the sea. He loves scouring the beach for treasures. One morning after a big storm, he finds a small dog among the debris washed up by the sea, and the fluffy little fella is only just alive. Sam rescues him and nurses him back to health, and an enduring friendship forms between the lonely old man and the abandoned dog.
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Penguin USA Zenobia July
Book SynopsisThe critically acclaimed author of Felix Yz crafts a bold, heartfelt story about a trans girl solving a cyber mystery and coming into her own.Zenobia July is starting a new life. She used to live in Arizona with her father; now she's in Maine with her aunts. She used to spend most of her time behind a computer screen, improving her impressive coding and hacking skills; now she's coming out of her shell and discovering a community of friends at Monarch Middle School. People used to tell her she was a boy; now she's able to live openly as the girl she always knew she was.When someone anonymously posts hateful memes on her school's website, Zenobia knows she's the one with the abilities to solve the mystery, all while wrestling with the challenges of a new school, a new family, and coming to grips with presenting her true gender for the first time. Timely and touching, Zenobia July is, at its heart, a story about finding home.
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Hachette Children's Group Wonderland
Book SynopsisWhat happens when you fall down the rabbit hole? The compulsive must-have follow-up to CLEAN and MEAT MARKET from bestselling, award-winning author Juno DawsonTrade ReviewAlice lives in a world of stifling privilege and luxury - but none of it means anything when your own head plays tricks on your reality. When her troubled friend Bunny goes missing, Alice becomes obsessed with finding her. On the trail of her last movements, Alice discovers a mysterious invitation to 'Wonderland': the party to end all parties - three days of hedonistic excess to which only the elite are welcome. Will she find Bunny there? Or is this really a case of finding herself? Because Alice has secrets of her own, and ruthless socialite queen Paisley Hart is determined to uncover them, whatever it takes. Alice is all alone, miles from home, and now she has a new enemy who wants her head... A searing exploration of mental health, gender and privilege, from the most addictive YA novelist in the UK today. -- Publisher: Quercus Publications
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Mara Dyer Trilogy The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer
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