Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Dating, relationships, romance and love
Hot Key Books Dramarama
Book SynopsisAnd with her best friend Demi - a flamboyant falsetto, who is equally thrilled to be leaving their small town of Brenton - they will both experience a season of hormones, hissy fits, jazz hands, song and dance, true love and unitards!Trade ReviewIt was a really good book. It had a lot of very intense emotions and important things to say. * The Whispering Of The Pages *I LOVE when I get a new E.Lockhart book. She is one of those authors you just love and get excited when she brings out a new book and you have to pre-order it straightaway. Dramarama has to be in my top 5 favourite reads from Lockhart. It was fun, fast-paced but also serious in some parts. I really loved the characters and the plot. They flowed nicely together with Lockharts style of writing. * Words From a Reader *I loved almost everything about it. The journey was a fascinating one, not in the least because it was one filled with jazz hands and a touch of razzle dazzle. * Page To Stage Reviews *Summery, YA, contemporary - give me it. * George Lester *
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Indiana University Press Gender Pleasure and Violence
Book SynopsisBehind the Iron Curtain, the politics of sexuality and gender were, in many ways, more progressive than the West.While Polish citizens undoubtedly suffered under the oppressive totalitarianism of socialism, abortion was legal, clear laws protected victims of rape, and it was relatively easy to legally change one''s gender. In Gender, Pleasure, and Violence, Agnieszka Koscianska reveals that sexologists-experts such as physicians, therapists, and educators-not only treated patients but also held sex education classes at school, published regular columns in the press, and authored highly popular sex manuals that sold millions of copies. Yet strict gender roles within the home meant that true equality was never fully within reach. Drawing on interviews, participant observation, and archival work, Koscianska shares how professions like sexologists defined the notions of sexual pleasure and sexual violence under these sweeping cultural changes.By tracing the study of sexual human behavior as it was developed and professionalized in Poland since the 1960s, Gender, Pleasure, and Violence explores how the collapse of socialism brought both restrictions in gender rights and new opportunities.Trade ReviewGender, Pleasure, and Violence is one of the most interesting critical works on sexuality published in Poland in recent years. -- Barbara Klich-Kluczewska * Aspasia *In highlighting the patient-centric and holistic approaches that Polish sexology developed in the 1970s and 1980s the book offers an important counternarrative to the presumed historical superiority of Western sexological approaches and more generally a rebuttal of Western representations of state socialism as a non-modern and static system. . . . Capturing the complexities of sexologists and sexological discourses under state-socialism aside, the book is particularly insightful in discussing continuities and changes within sexological approaches to sex and sexuality since 1989. -- Anita Kurimay * Journal of Contemporary Central and Eastern Europe *Kościańska's book is an outstanding example of how to popularize Poland's cultural history and can help readers from a non-(post)socialist background to understand the significance of research done behind the Iron Curtain. For decades, it has been an unquestioned primacy of the West to judge whether post-socialist countries have either failed or succeeded in their transformation – i.e. in terms of culture. Kościańska opposes this self-assumed entitlement of the West by presenting not only a strong, but also a highly nuanced Polish point of view. In doing so, her book is a substantial contribution to overcome orientalization of Central European history and sciences. -- Elisa-Maria Hiemer * H / SOZ / KULT *Gender, Pleasure, and Violence presents a complex and fascinating picture of Polish sexology in the twentieth century. The author's detailed research and nuanced analysis renders palpable the robustness of the community of experts and their output, showing that sexuality was a topic of sustained interest in the medical community. The author sees many Polish sexologists as global pioneers in their approach, which combined psychological and cultural elements earlier than many US counterparts. Embracing a sex-positive perspective early on, Polish sexologists provided both expertise and educational materials for wider consumption that depicted sexual pleasure as a natural component of our humanity, which needed to be understood, nurtured, and valued. -- Maria Bucur * Aspasia *Table of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroductionPart I: Sexology and Society1. The Development of Sexology and Sexual Rights Activism in Europe and North America2. The Polish School of SexologyPart II. Pleasure: Towards Good Sex3. Sexuality and Scientific Knowledge4. "Civilized" Sex and Gender Relations under Socialism5. Gender and Pleasure in Expert Discourse TodayPart III. Violence: Expert Discourse of Rape6. Rape: Definitions, Legal Understanding and Statistics7. The Provocative Victim and the Male Limits of Self-Restraint: Stereotypes in Expert Literature8. In the Court Room9. Feminism: Changes in Expert Discourse and in the Court RoomConclusionsWorks CitedIndex
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc All Out The NoLongerSecret Stories of Queer Teens
Book SynopsisTake a journey through time and genres to discover stories where queer teens live, love, and shape the world around them. Seventeen young adult authors across the queer spectrum have come together to create a collection of beautifully written diverse historical fiction for teens. From a retelling of Little Red Riding Hood set in war-torn 1870s Mexico featuring a transgender soldierto two girls falling in love while mourning the death of Kurt Cobainto forbidden love in a sixteenth-century Spanish conventand an asexual girl discovering her identity amid the 1970s roller-disco scene, All Out tells a diverse range of stories across cultures, time periods, and identities, shedding light on an area of history often ignored or forgotten. Readers searching for positive, nuanced, and authentic queer representationor just a darn good selection of storiesneed look no further than this superb collection.Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewFeaturing original stories from:Malinda LoMackenzi LeeRobin TTrade Review"Sumptuous language, plentiful historical detail, and satisfying endings....Readers searching for positive, nuanced, and authentic queer representation-or just a darn good selection of stories-need look no further than this superb collection." -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"LGBTQIA story collections are scarce, but even if they weren't, this one would be essential." -Booklist"The diversity is refreshing... well written...Give to those teens who don't read full novels but still long for LGBTQ representation. A strong choice for most collections." –School Library Journal"Historical fiction has not been very common in queer YA, and All Out is here to change that. Queer people have so often been erased from history that it can feel as if we have no roots. All Out imagines the lives of queer teens throughout different time periods, often playing with genre (retellings, fairy tales, magical realism, fantasy) as well. Not only does this imagine queer histories, it imagines happy ones! It also features a range of identities, including trans, gay, lesbian, asexual, and aromantic characters." – Vulture
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Random House USA Inc Bright Red Fruit
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Random House USA Inc Ryan and Avery
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Penguin USA The 99 Boyfriends of Micah Summers
Book SynopsisA charming YA rom-com perfect for fans of Red, White, and Royal Blue and What If It?s Us. Micah Summers runs a popular Instagram full of drawings of his numerous imaginary boyfriends (ninety-nine so far)?though he''s never had a real boyfriend before. But when a meet-cute with Boy 100 goes wrong, Micah embarks on a Prince Charming-like quest throughout Chicago to find true love?for real this time.Will Boy 100 be the One?Micah is rich, dreamy, and charming. As the ?Prince of Chicago,??the son of local celebrity sports radio host known as the King of Chicago?he has everything going for him. Unfortunately, he?s also the prince of imaginary meet-cutes, since he?s too nervous to actually ask boys out.Instead, Micah draws each crush to share on Instagram with a post about their imaginary dates. Ninety-nine ?boyfriends? later, his account is hugely popular, and everyone is eagerly awaiting Boy 100. So is Micah. He?s determined that Boy 100 will be different. This time, Micah will sweep the boy off his feet, for real!So when Micah flirts with a hot boy on the L who?s wearing a vegan leather jacket and lugging a ton of library books, he is sure this is Boy 100. But right before he can make his move and ask for the boy?s number, the guy rushes off the train, leaving behind his pumpkin-embroidered jacket. The jacket holds clues to the boy?s identity, so Micah and his friends set off on a quest to return it. Along the way, Micah will discover that the best relationships aren?t fairy tales. In fact, the perfect fit?and true love?might be closer than he thinks.
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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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Disney Book Publishing Inc. From the World of Percy Jackson The Sun and the
Book SynopsisDemigods Nico di Angelo and Will Solace must endure the terrors of Tartarus to rescue an old friend in this thrilling adventure co-written by New York Times #1 best-selling author Rick Riordan and award-winning author Mark Oshiro.Percy Jackson fans, rejoice! Nico and Will have a book of their own!As the son of Hades, Nico di Angelo has been through so much, from the premature deaths of his mother and sister, to being outed against his will, to losing his friend Jason during the trials of Apollo. But there is a ray of sunshine in his life—literally: his boyfriend, Will Solace, the son of Apollo. Together the two demigods can overcome any obstacle or foe. At least, that's been the case so far...Now Nico is being plagued by a voice calling out to him from Tartarus, the lowest part of the Underworld. He thinks he knows who it is: a reformed Titan named Bob whom Percy and Annabeth had to leave behind when they escaped Hades's realm. Nico's dreams and Rachel Dare's latest prophecy leave little doubt in Nico's mind that Bob is in some kind of trouble. Nico has to go on this quest, whether Mr. D and Chiron like it or not. And of course Will insists on coming with. But can a being made of light survive in the darkest part of the world? and what does the prophecy mean that Nico will have to leave something of equal value behind? Nico will have to face demons both internal and external as his relationship with Will is tested to the core in this standalone adventure featuring two of the most popular characters in the Percy Jackson saga.Complete your Nico di Angelo collection with these series by Rick Riordan: Percy Jackson and the Olympians • The Heroes of Olympus • The Trials of Apollo
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Andersen Press Ltd Darkhearts: An enemies-to-lovers gay rockstar
Book Synopsis'These boys and their love story filled up my heart - I couldn't stop reading' Amie Kaufman David used to be in a band with his best friends Chance and Eli. Now the band, Darkhearts, is super famous, with a legion of fans - and David's out of the band and back in high school, brooding over everything he lost out on. Then tragedy throws David and Chance back together. Chance is everything David is not: a swaggeringly drop-dead gorgeous rock god. And yet spending more time alone with Chance, David has to admit he actually misses being with his old friend - and maybe he feels something more. Can you mix music with love? An enemies-to-lovers gay romance, perfect for fans of Simon James Green, Heartstopper and Adam SilveraTrade Review"A messy, joyful story about what happens when rockstars meet reality, and about finding the part of yourself that makes you whole. These boys and their love story filled up my heart - I couldn't stop reading, and I didn't want to" -- Amie Kaufman"Cute and true-to-life complicated, Darkhearts is a hands-down heart-stirrer for fans of Phil Stamper, Simon James Green, and YA romance" * LoveReading4Kids *"A tender-hearted LGBTQ+ romance about music, fame and second chances" * Waterstones *"Sparkles with laugh-out-loud dialogue ... A funny romp with a lot of heart" * Kirkus *"Sutter does an excellent job of building both character and compelling plot, turning his novel into more than a simple summer romance as he brings David and Chance to vivid life" -- starred review * Booklist *
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Hachette Children's Group The Dos and Donuts of Love
Book SynopsisA pun-filled YA contemporary romance, The Dos and Donuts of Love by Adiba Jaigirdar finds a teenage girl competing in a televised baking competition, with contestants including her ex-girlfriend and a potential new crush - perfect for fans of The Great British Bake Off and She Drives Me Crazy!Welcome to the first ever Junior Irish Baking Show!Shireen Malik is still reeling from the breakup with her ex-girlfriend, Chris, when she receives news that she''s been accepted as a contestant on a new televised baking competition show. This is Shireen''s dream come true! Because winning will not only mean prize money, but it will also bring some much-needed attention to You Drive Me Glazy, her parents'' beloved donut shop.Things get complicated, though, because Chris is also a contestant on the show. Then there''s the very outgoing Niamh, a fellow contestant who is becoming fast friends with Shireen. Things are heating up between theTrade ReviewStart with a warmhearted romance, add in two cups of refreshing frankness, and blend it all together with a healthy scoop of reality TV chaos. Adiba Jaigirdar's mix of wit and sincerity hits every sweet spot, and the world class puns are just the icing on the donut. * Becky Albertalli, award-winning author of Simon Vs. The Homosapiens Agenda *Deliciously funny and swoony, The Dos and Donuts of Love serves delightful slices of identity, community, redemption, and love. Adiba Jaigirdar delivers another pitch-perfect, must-have winner! * Julian Winters, award-winning author of Running With Lions and Right Where I Left You *Simply flan-tastic. A celebration of queer love, being brown, fat bodies, second chances, and delectable desserts, THE DOS AND DONUTS OF LOVE embodies the warmth and comfort of binge-watching your favorite show. An absolute must-read for baking show addicts - with puns that serve as the icing on the cake. * Crystal Maldonado, author of Fat Chance, Charlie Vega *I flew through this! Mouth-watering food, a romance that had me squealing, and a fun premise with a twisty plot - it's everything I love in my rom-coms! * Sophie Gonzales, author of Never Ever Getting Back Together *Charming, smart, and as sweet as a six-pack of doughnuts! * Simon James Green, award-winning author of Gay Club *A sweet, fluffy romance with a serious centre - Shireen's devotion to her dreams, as well as her courage to overcome hate and prejudice, will inspire aspiring bakers and non-bakers alike. A timely love story told with specificity and sincerity * Michelle Quach, author of Not Here to Be Liked *Filled with a gorgeous cast of memorable characters, The Dos & Donuts of Love is a sugar-sweet second chance sapphic romance perfect for summer * Lizzie Huxley-Jones, author of Vivi Conway and the Sword of Legend *'A sweet and exceedingly wholesome tale of lesbian love and baking... From baking puns to love triangles, this book has it all.' * The Sunday Times Ireland *Praise for The Henna Wars: The scenes between Flávia and Nishat simmer, and their mesmerizing relationship unfolds with just the right amount of complexity. Most satisfyingly, each character gets the ending she deserves. Impossible to put down. * Kirkus *Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating is funny and warm, cleverly balancing skilled storytelling and romantic themes with an exploration of issues such as race and otherness, queer-ness and sexuality * Bookseller *
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Penguin Putnam Inc The Curse of Eelgrass Bog
Book SynopsisDark secrets and unnatural magic abound when a twelve-year-old girl ventures into a bog full of monsters to break a mysterious curse.Nothing about Kess Pedrock’s life is normal. Not her home (she lives in her family’s Unnatural History Museum), not her interests (hunting for megafauna fossils and skeletons), and not her best friend (a talking demon’s head in a jar named Shrunken Jim).But things get even stranger than usual when Kess meets Lilou Starling, the new girl in town. Lilou comes to Kess for help breaking a mysterious curse—and the only clue she has leads straight into the center of Eelgrass Bog.Everyone knows the bog is full of witches, demons, and possibly worse, but Kess and Lilou are determined not to let that stop them. As they investigate the mystery and uncover long-buried secrets, Kess begins to realize that the curse might hit closer to home than she’d ever expected, and she’ll have to summon all her co
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Scholastic US Okay Cupid
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Little, Brown & Company Phoebes Diary
Book SynopsisINSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER!An Amazon Best Book of 2023 • A Kirkus Best YA and Teen Book of 2023 • A Powell's Best Book of 2023 ★ “In her emotionally vulnerable YA debut, Wahl...revisits her high school diaries to deliver a fictional adaptation of her adolescence…skillfully presenting a raw, unfiltered story about growing up and taking risks that will surely resonate.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review Take a peek inside Phoebe’s Diary into a bracingly honest illustrated account of the explosive turmoil and joy of adolescence, based on the author’s actual teenage journals. Meet Phoebe. She is cool and insecure, talented and vulnerable, sexy and awkward, driven and confused, ecstatic and tragic. Like you. And here is her diary, packed full of invaluable friends and heartbreaking crushes,
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Sourcebooks, Inc That's Not My Name
Book SynopsisAn instant bestseller!She thought she had her life back. She was wrong. A gripping debut thriller perfect for fans of Natalie D. Richards and Vincent Ralph.It was a mistake to trust him.Shivering and bruised, a teen wakes up on the side of a dirt road with no memory of how she got there—or who she is. A passing officer takes her to the police station, and not long after, a frantic man arrives. He’s been searching for her for hours. He has her school ID, her birth certificate, and even family photos.He is her father. Her name is Mary. Or so he says.When Lola slammed the car door and stormed off into the night, Drew thought they just needed some time to cool off. Except Lola disappeared, and the sheriff, his friends, and the whole town are convinced Drew murdered his girlfriend. Forget proving his innocence, he needs to find her before it’s too late. The longer Lola is missing, the fewer leads there are to follow…and the more danger they both are in.
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Boy You Always Wanted
Book SynopsisTotally in love with this novel. Loan Le, author of A Pho Love StoryA girl, a boy, a grandfather and a plan. The girl: Francine. Model teenager, dutiful granddaughter, absolutely no chill. The grandfather: Francine's beloved a gung. He has one final wish, a male heir to carry on the family traditions. It's an outdated idea, but Francine loves him, and she has a plan to bring him the boy he always wanted. The boy: Ollie. Family friend, former crush, no idea how Francine has convinced him to get mixed up in her off-the-wall, and totally sexist, honorary grandson plan. The plan: might work. But as Ollie and Francine's worlds collide, their secrets get tangled, and so do their feelings. Sometimes what you really want, isn't at all what you expected.Trade ReviewMichelle Quach's effortlessly flowing prose is steeped in love and kindness. Readers will rejoice as they witness Francine and Ollie movingly come to accept their families, each other, and most important, themselves. Totally in love with this novel. * Loan Le, author of A Pho Love Story *Alternately hilarious and heartbreaking, this story highlights the interweaving of family and tradition and how this impacts ways love is demonstrated. Insightful and emotionally resonant. * Kirkus *Adorable! Love how Ollie and Francine bring out the best sides to each other and the slow burn is one hundred percent swoon worthy. * Abiola Bello, author of Love in Winter Wonderland *A fast-paced, genuine and enjoyable read. * CultureFly *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Summer SwitchOff
Book Synopsis''There''s no better way to celebrate the start of beach season than with a brand-new beach read and if anyone can give us the perfect book for it, it''s Beth!'' - Cosmopolitan.comLuna, Rory and Jodie are supposed to be having the time of their lives, but instead...Luna thought her first year at uni was perfect - until her relationship ended, and her old school friends seem to be ghosting her...Rory''s true passion is art (and promoting it on her social media), but she wants to fit in with her sensible family, so she''s signed up to study law. It feels like the right thing to do, though her heart is saying otherwise...And as for Jodie - she''s put her all into getting top marks at uni, but she can''t remember the last time she''s let her hair down and had some fun. Her life is great on paper, but she''s exhausted and headed for burnout...In desperate need of an escape, the girls book themselves on a holid
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Friday Im in Love
Book Synopsis''An ode to first love, being seen, and finding your joy'' - BuzzfeedIt''s too late for a Sweet Sixteen, but what if Mahalia had a coming-out party? A love letter to romantic comedies, sweet sixteen blowouts, Black joy, and queer pride.Mahalia Harris wants.She wants a big Sweet Sixteen like her best friend, Naomi.She wants the super-cute new girl Siobhan to like her back.She wants a break from worrying-about money, snide remarks from white classmates, pitying looks from church ladies . . . all of it.Then inspiration strikes: It''s too late for a Sweet Sixteen, but what if she had a coming-out party? A singing, dancing, rainbow-cake-eating celebration of queerness on her own terms.The idea lights a fire beneath her, and soon Mahalia is scrimping and saving, taking on extra hours at her afterschool job, trying on dresses, and awkwardly flirting with Siobhan, all in preparation for the coming out of her dreams. But it''s notTrade Review"Camryn Garrett writes with wholehearted sincerity-sharp edged truth braided with irrepressible joy. Mahalia's story lives, breathes and glows. I'm in love with it every day of the week!" -- Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homosapiens Agenda"A perfect ode to romantic comedies, wrapped in a dazzling rainbow dress." -- Rachael Lippincott, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Five Feet Apart and She Gets the Girl
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Scholastic Inc. I Was Born for This
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Summer I Turned Pretty
Book SynopsisNow an Original Series on Prime Video! Belly has an unforgettable summer in this stunning start to the Summer I Turned Pretty series from the New York Times bestselling author of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, Jenny Han.Some summers are just destined to be pretty. Belly measures her life in summers. Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August. Winters are simply a time to count the weeks until the next summer, a place away from the beach house, away from Susannah, and most importantly, away from Jeremiah and Conrad. They are the boys that Belly has known since her very first summer—they have been her brother figures, her crushes, and everything in between. But one summer, one wonderful and terrible summer, the more everything changes, the more it all ends up just the way it should have been all along.
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Hachette Children's Group What's the T?: The no-nonsense guide to all
Book SynopsisDiscover what it means to be a young transgender and/or non-binary person in the twenty-first century in this frank and funny guide for 14+ teens, from the author of This Book is Gay. In What's the T?, Stonewall ambassador, bestselling trans author and former PSHE teacher Juno Dawson defines a myriad of labels and identities and offers uncensored advice on coming out, sex and relationships with her trademark humour and lightness of touch. Juno has also invited her trans and/or non-binary friends to make contributions, ensuring this inclusive book reflects as many experiences as possible, and features the likes of Travis Alabanza and Jay Hulme. The companion title to the This Book Is Gay, What's the T? tackles the complex realities of growing up trans with honesty and humour, and is joyfully illustrated by gender non-conforming artist Soofiya.Trade ReviewA positive, honest and utterly essential read for everyone * Booktrust *
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Little Bee Books Maiden Princess
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Starfish Bay Publishing Pty Ltd Hey Owl, Have You Seen My Bear?
Book SynopsisAge range 1+Owl and the birds help Seagull find a lost teddy bear, with bold illustrations and simple text for beginning readers.When Seagull loses a teddy bear, Owl steps in to help. Together they visit some other birds in their search for the lost comfort item. This short picture is perfect for the youngest readers. It features large type and easy words, paired with sweet and simple illustrations that will help beginning readers decode the story.
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Sourcebooks, Inc I'm Not Dying with You Tonight
Book Synopsis"An absolute page turner, I'm Not Dying with You Tonight is a compelling and powerful novel that is sure to make an impact."—Angie Thomas, New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give.An NAACP Image Award Nominee, I'm Not Dying with You Tonight follows two teen girls—one black, one white—who have to confront their own assumptions about racial inequality as they rely on each other to get through the violent race riot that has set their city on fire with civil unrest.Lena has her killer style, her awesome boyfriend, and a plan. She knows she's going to make it big. Campbell, on the other hand, is just trying to keep her head down and get through the year at her new school.When both girls attend the Friday-night football game, what neither expects is for everything to descend into sudden mass chaos. Chaos born from violence and hate. Chaos that unexpectedly throws them together.They aren't friends. They hardly understand the other's point of view. But none of that matters when the city is up in flames, and they only have each other to rely on if they're going to survive the night.This book is perfect for:Sparking conversations about prejudice and the racial tension that exists in AmericaParents and educators looking for multicultural and African American books for teensFans of Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, and Jason ReynoldsAdditional Praise for I'm Not Dying with You Tonight:"A vital addition to the YA race relations canon."—Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin"An astounding achievement. This novel is an incendiary experience, one that does not shy away from difficult questions about privilege and violence. But Jones and Segal don't hold our hands to provide us easy answers; this is a book meant to be devoured in a single sitting and discussed for years to come."—Mark Oshiro, author of Anger is a Gift"I'm Not Dying With You Tonight is a powerful examination of privilege, and how friends are often found in surprising places. Jones and Segal have penned a page-turning debut, as timely as it is addictive."—David Arnold, New York Times bestselling author of Mosquitoland and Kids of Appetite
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HarperCollins The Darkness Outside Us
Book SynopsisLove might be the only way to survive.* Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books of the Year * A Booklist Editor's Choice of the Year * A BCCB Blue Ribbon Book of the Year * A YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults & Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults Book of the Year *Trade Review"Schrefer masterfully evokes and maintains suspense that keeps the pages turning briskly while still taking the time to limn the two boys’ touching, moving relationship. If all of this is space opera, readers will want an encore. Bravo." — Booklist (starred review) "3, 2, 1…blastoff for mystery, adventure, and queer intergalactic bodice-ripping." — Kirkus Reviews "[A] sexy space odyssey. Schrefer’s immersive novel combines the build of mysteries and the tension of romance, slowly unfurling an iterative story about love and attraction, destiny, and connection. " — Publishers Weekly "Schrefer does an excellent job of developing and humanizing his characters before throwing them into the swift waters of a sci-fi plot with its truly shocking and satisfying twist. Readers are sure to root for these lovable characters’ survival." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "This deep-space survival story, with a strong gay romance and notes of horror, will appeal to fans of Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff’s Illuminae." — School Library Journal "Yes, The Darkness Outside Us is utterly inventive and relentlessly page-turning. And yes, Ambrose and Kodiak are seriously the hottest couple in space. But even more, this is an insightful, tender, and profound story, about the weight of history, and the power of transformation and true love." — Deb Caletti, National Book Award finalist and author of A Heart in a Body in the World “Fiercely imaginative and desperately real, The Darkness Outside Us explores the wild expanses of the human heart. This book is a triumph.” — Elana K. Arnold, author of Damsel, a Printz Honor Book "The Darkness Outside Us is equal parts terrifying, tender, and thrilling. I loved every word of this sharp, thoughtful look at the world we live in and the ones beyond." — Brandy Colbert, award-winning author of Little & Lion “Absolutely brilliant. The Darkness Outside Us is a pulse-pounding thriller, engrossing science fiction epic, and heartfelt meditation on love all at once.” — Malinda Lo, Author of Ash
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HarperCollins Focus Guy Talk: The Ultimate Boy's Body Book with Stuff
Book SynopsisGuy Talk is the must-have advice book for boys navigating all things puberty and growing up great!This easy to read, diverse guide is illustrated for better understanding and includes bodies of all shapes, abilities, and sizes. With Guy 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, consent, 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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Scholastic US Vanilla
Book SynopsisA bold, groundbreaking novel about coming out, coming into your own, and coming apart.Vanilla and Hunter have been dating since seventh grade. They came out together, navigated middle school together, and became that couple in high school that everyone always sees as a couple. There are complications and confusions, for sure. But most of all, they love each other.As high school goes, though, and as their relationship deepens, some cracks begin to show. Hunter thinks they should be having sex.Vanilla isn''t so sure. Hunter doesn''t mind hanging out with loud, obnoxious friends.Vanilla would rather avoid them. If they''re becoming different people, can they be the same couple?Falling in love is hard.Staying in love is harder.
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Gecko Press Tell Me: What Children Really Want to Know About
Book SynopsisEverything children really want to know about sexuality and bodies-and aren't afraid to ask. This book collects questions asked by boys and girls and answers them directly: the questions are real, the answers honest and the images funny. How much sex education do children need? As much as they ask for, say the experts. And exactly what do children want to know? Ask them! This book collects questions asked anonymously by children in classes about the human body, love and sexuality by experienced sex educationist Katharina von der Gathen. The answers are both direct and warm-hearted, giving children the information they really want to know in a form they can relate to. What is so important about the body? Why do bodies grow hair? Why do people kiss? Is it embarrassing to have sex? Why do breasts hang down? What does it feel like to be in love? Can a grandmother have children? What is a hormone? Can a child fart when it's inside a mother's body? What is sexy?Trade Review"As the subtitle indicates, this German import answers a whole host of questions kids curious about sex want the answers to. There are 99 in all, covering anatomy, puberty, reproduction, sexual and gender identity, and, of course, sex. The book opens vertically, with the page below the gutter displaying both the handwritten question and a cartoon drawing, frequently humorous. The second question, 'Are there different penises, ' is illustrated with a double lineup of 10 unengorged penises complete with hair and scrota, some circumcised, some not, all verifiably different. Its placement so early in the book ensures readers know what they're getting into in terms of both tone and frankness. Sex educator von der Gathen's answers appear on the flip side; all employ appropriate vocabulary that's respectful of the capabilities of their audience and are calmly inclusive of variations in human and cultural experience. While the book early on establishes the fact that there are 'people who identify as a different gender than the one they are born with, ' it often uses gendered language to describe experiences: 'Girls get their periods for the first time and boys have their first ejaculation' during puberty, for instance. When discussing sexual intimacy, the importance of consent is ever present. Kuhl's cartoons depict adults and children of different racial presentations and include several same-sex couples. Funny and frank, this will be an important resource for many kids."--Kirkus Reviews --Journal
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc This Is Kind of an Epic Love Story
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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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. BiologyChapter 2. PubertyChapter 3. If You Were Born With Female Reproductive PartsChapter 4: If You Were Born With Male Reproductive PartsChapter 5: Body ImagePART TWO: “TRUE COLORS”Chapter 6. Identity and the SpectrumChapter 7. Expression and the SpectrumPART THREE: “I’M COMING OUT”Chapter 8. Coming OutChapter 9. Coming Out BiChapter 10. Coming Out AceChapter 11. Coming Out TransChapter 12. TransitionChapter 13. PassingPART FOUR: “LETS HAVE A KIKI”Chapter 14. Dating Chapter 15. RelationshipsChapter 16. Intimate ViolencePART FIVE: “SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW”Chapter 17. The Sex PartChapter 18. Abstinence and IndulgenceChapter 19. Casual SexPART SIX: “CLOSER TO FINE’Chapter 21. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)Chapter 22. HIV/AIDS 101Chapter 23. Safer Sex Chapter 24. Sexual Health PART SEVEN: “DON’T LEAVE ME THIS WAY”Chapter 25. Sexual Harm Chapter 26. Harassment, Abuse & AssaultChapter 27. Personal Safety.PART EIGHT: “I WILL SURVIVE”Chapter 28. SexualIZED Harm Chapter 29. Coping with Minority StressChapter 30. The Religion ThingChapter 31. If Your Family Is Unsupportive…PART NINE: “(SUPERMODEL) YOU BETTER WORKChapter 32: Online SafetyChapter 33: PornChapter 34. Digital CitizenshipPART TEN: “WE ARE FAMILY” [FOR PARENTS]Chapter 35. LGBTQ 101 for ParentsChapter 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 Well That Was Unexpected
Book SynopsisA DELIGHTFUL, HILARIOUS, CAPTIVATING LOVE LETTER TO INDONESIA, AND COMING OF AGE IN A LARGE MEDDLESOME FAMILY, AND THE THRILL OF FINDING YOUR PERSON WHERE YOU LEAST EXPECT IT! ALI HAZELWOOD, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE LOVE HYPOTHESISCrazy Rich Asians meets To All the Boys I've Loved Before in this an outrageous, laugh-out-loud yet heartfelt YA fake dating romcom, from the winner of the Comedy Women in Print PrizeSharlot and George's story starts how all good love stories do they're catfished by their own parentsWhen Sharlot Citra is caught with her very hot (but very secret) boyfriend by her traditional mother, she finds herself whisked away from LA to Indonesia for a summer of getting back to her roots'. Or so her mother thinks.Across the globe, George Clooney Tanuwijaya, tested with a name that is a daily embarrassment, is tested further when his father and sister, Eleanor Roosevelt, decide to take it upon themselves to find him a respectable girlfriend. His familyone of the wealthiest, most famed in Indonesiahas a reputation to uphold.Sharlot and George's worlds collide when they discover that their parents have secretly been pretending to be them online. They agree to meet once, just to shut their parents up. But when the media gets wind of their date, things quickly spiral and the two families get swept up in a highly publicised stunt where everyone has a role to play. And a secret to keep.Trade Review PRAISE FOR WELL, THAT WAS UNEXPECTED "Well, That was Unexpected is a delightful, hilarious, captivating love letter to Indonesia, and coming of age in a large meddlesome family, and the thrill of finding your person where you least expect it!"–Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis "A hilarious, heartfelt rom-com with a refreshing take on matchmaking, complete with embarrassing, yet well meaning, parents and a social media twist."–Krystal Marquis, author of The Davenports Really rich narrative’ – The Bookseller "Charming and immersive, this book feels like taking a trip to Indonesia. Jesse Q. Sutanto writes such vibrant characters, with gorgeous descriptions of setting, culture, and food. Don't read this on an empty stomach!"–Nicole Lesperance, author of The Depths PRAISE FOR DIAL A FOR AUNTIES ‘A deliciously frantic comedy caper, filled with absurd situations, hilarious dialogue, wonderful family dynamics and crackling with comic energy’ Joanne Harris, CWIP Prize ‘Brilliant, wicked and dead, dead funny’ Andi Osho, Asking For A Friend ‘Has redefined what “page-turner” means with laugh-out-loud humour and delightful twists and turns at every corner’ Buzzfeed
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HarperCollins Publishers DIDNT SEE THAT COMING
Book SynopsisA delightful, hilarious, captivating love letter to Indonesia, and coming of age in a large meddlesome family, and the thrill of finding your person where you least expect it! Ali Hazelwood on Well, That Was Unexpected A hilariously fresh and romantic send-up to You've Got Mail about a gamer girl with a secret identity and the online bestie she's never met IRL until she unwittingly transfers to his school . . . Seventeen-year-old Kiki Siregar is a fabulous gamer girl with confidence to boot. She can't help but be totally herself except when she's online.Her secret? She plays anonymously as a guy to avoid harassment from other male players. Even her online best frienda cinnamon roll of a teen boy who plays under the username Sourdawgdoesn't know her true identity. Which is fine, because Kiki doesn't know his real name either, and it's not like they're ever going to cross paths IRL.Until she transfers to an elite private school for her senior year and discovers that Sourdawg goes thereTrade Review PRAISE FOR WELL, THAT WAS UNEXPECTED "Well, That was Unexpected is a delightful, hilarious, captivating love letter to Indonesia, and coming of age in a large meddlesome family, and the thrill of finding your person where you least expect it!"–Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis "A hilarious, heartfelt rom-com with a refreshing take on matchmaking, complete with embarrassing, yet well meaning, parents and a social media twist."–Krystal Marquis, author of The Davenports Really rich narrative’ – The Bookseller "Charming and immersive, this book feels like taking a trip to Indonesia. Jesse Q. Sutanto writes such vibrant characters, with gorgeous descriptions of setting, culture, and food. Don't read this on an empty stomach!"–Nicole Lesperance, author of The Depths PRAISE FOR DIAL A FOR AUNTIES ‘A deliciously frantic comedy caper, filled with absurd situations, hilarious dialogue, wonderful family dynamics and crackling with comic energy’ Joanne Harris, CWIP Prize ‘Brilliant, wicked and dead, dead funny’ Andi Osho, Asking For A Friend ‘Has redefined what “page-turner” means with laugh-out-loud humour and delightful twists and turns at every corner’ Buzzfeed
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HarperCollins Publishers Every Exquisite Thing
Book SynopsisA feminist YA horror-thriller-romance retelling of The Picture of Dorian Gray by the TikTok sensation and author of The Society for Soulless GirlsPenny Paxton is the daughter of an icon. Her supermodel mother has legions of adoring fans around the world, and Penny is ready to begin her journey to international adoration, starting with joining the elite Dorian Drama School.When Penny's new mentor offers her an opportunity she cannot refuse, to have a portrait painted by a mysterious artist who can grant immortal beauty to all his subjects, Penny happily follows in the footsteps of Dorian's most glittering alumni, knowing that stardom is sure to soon be hers.But when her trusted mentor is found murdered, Penny realises she's made a terrible mistake a sinister someone is using the uncanny portraits to kill off the subjects one by one. As more perfectly beautiful students start to fall, Penny knows her time is running out . . .A seductive and searing exploration of beauty, identity, and wTrade ReviewA contemporary reworking of The Picture of Dorian Gray, this book shines a light on beauty standards and the pursuit of perfection.- The Observer “A haunting, emotional and sapphic retelling, one which reels you in and doesn’t let go.” – Paper Lanterns Praise for The Society for Soulless Girls ’A twisty, sexy, smart haunting of a book, full of eloquent rage' Kiran Millwood-Hargrave ‘An intimate exploration of women’s anger, bladed with mystery and sapphic desire. Laura Steven has cut a modern Gothic gem, leaving room for glints of her trademark humour’ – Samantha Shannon ‘A fast-paced feminist horror, that manages to be oh-so-romantic and oh-so-haunting all at once’ – Alexandra Christo, bestselling author of TO KILL A KINGDOM ‘As seductive as it is sinister’ – Kate Dunn ‘Dark, clever and filled to the brim with feminist rage, Steven has crafted the sapphic dark academia of dreams – and of nightmares’ – Francesca May
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Geography Club
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Freak Magnet
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Real Real
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Body Finder
Book SynopsisThe first book in the Body Finder series from Kimberly Derting is equal parts romance and mystery.Sixteen-year-old Violet is hiding two secrets. The first is her confusing new feelings for her childhood best friend Jay. The second is her unusual ability to sense the dead...and the people who killed them. Violet has never considered her morbid ability to be a gift, but when a serial killer begins terrorizing her small town, Violet realizes she may be the only person who can stop him.Ever protective of her, Jay agrees to help Violet, and as they search, Violet realizes she isn’t the only one whose emotions have changed. But as they fall in love, Violet is also getting closer and closer to discovering the killer...and becoming his prey herself. The Body Finder is the compulsive first book in the four-book Body Finder series by Kimberly Derting.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Thumped
Book SynopsisMegan McCafferty’s Bumped series of books are must-read teen dystopian fiction, along with Ally Condie’s Matched series and Veronica Roth’s Divergent trilogy. Thumped, the sequel to Bumped, manages to be satiric, scary, and romantic at the same time. It continues the story of separated-at-birth twins, Melody and Harmony, girls as engaging as McCafferty’s Jessica Darling. These sisters are the most popular teen girls on the planet. To their fans, they seem to be living ideal lives. Harmony is married to Ram and living in Goodside, the religious community that once meant everything to her. Melody has the genetically flawless Jondoe as her coupling partner, which means money and status—and a bright future. But both girls are hiding secrets. And they are each pining for the only guys they can’t have…. The biggest risk of all could be to finally tell the truth.
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HarperCollins Pretty Little Liars 14 Deadly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Black Key
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Black Key
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc This Is My Brain on Boys
Book SynopsisJane Austen’s Emma meets The Rosie Project in this quirky, irresistible, romantic comedy from Sarah Strohmeyer, the author of Smart Girls Get What They Want.Addie Emerson doesn’t believe in love. Not for herself anyway. With one year left of high school, she’s more interested in snagging a full scholarship to Harvard than a full-time boyfriend.That doesn’t mean she’s oblivious to the ways of the heart. Or, rather, the head. Because after months of research, Addie has discovered how to make anyone fall in love. All you need is the secret formula.But will her discovery be enough to win the coveted Athenian Award and all its perks? (See above, full scholarship to Harvard.) Or will she be undone by Dexter, her backstabbing lab partner, who is determined to deep-six her experiments at their exclusive private school?Those are the least of her problems now that she’s survived a death-defying flight w
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Whats Broken Between Us
Book SynopsisFrom Alexis Bass, author of Love and Other Theories, comes her heartbreakingly beautiful second novel, perfect for fans of Gayle Forman and of Robyn Schneider’s The Beginning of Everything.A year and a half ago, Amanda Tart’s brother got behind the wheel drunk, killed his best friend, and paralyzed his girlfriend. Today, he’s coming home from prison.Amanda’s been the one living with the fallout, made worse by her brother’s recent unapologetic TV interview. People think he’s a monster. Still, she loves him. It’s her dark secret, until she starts getting close to Henry again—whose sister is paralyzed from the accident.A year and a half ago, her brother destroyed his life. Now Amanda has to decide if she’ll let his choice destroy hers.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Incriminated
Book SynopsisIncriminated is the thrilling second book in the Emancipated trilogy, where limits are pushed, friendships are tested, and the truth has a nasty way of showing up uninvited. Now available in paperback.There’s trouble in paradise. After a streak of hookups, heartbreaks, and bad decisions, the Venice Beach housemates’ once-perfect lives are falling apart. One is caught in a forbidden romance with a Hollywood heartthrob, while another puts her dreams on the line for one little kiss. One harbors a dark truth that could save a life, while another’s risky business puts all their lives in danger. And before they know it, the friends are fighting like family.But when an uninvited houseguest and a deadly accident entangle them in a conspiracy none of them saw coming, pulling together is the only way out. Alone, none of them can cover up their lies. Together, none of them can be trusted.Told from multiple perspectives, this
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Autofocus
Book SynopsisFrom the author of The Night We Said Yes comes a fun and heartfelt YA contemporary tale. When Maude decides to search for information about her birth mother, she finds out more than she expected. Perfect for fans of Stephanie Perkins and Susane Colasanti.Family. It’s always been a loaded word for Maude, whose birth mother died after giving her up for adoption. With her best friend, Treena, in college in the same town where her birth mother grew up, Maude decides to visit and explore her past. But when Maude arrives, she quickly discovers that Treena doesn’t seem to have time for her—or for helping with her search. Enter Bennett, a cute guy who lives in Treena’s dorm. He understands Maude’s need to find her mother. And as Bennett helps Maude, she starts to realize that her mother’s past doesn’t have to define her own future.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Last Best Story
Book SynopsisGrant’s only hope of luring Rose back to him (and the paper) is a juicy story she won’t be able to resist.In the end it takes a toga-wearing prom crasher, an emergency lockdown, a secret stalker, and a wild after-party to bring Grant and Rose together for one last story...and one final chance to admit that they’re made for each other.Trade Review“Honest, messy, and infinitely charming. This is my favorite kind of love story.” -- Becky Albertalli, award-winning author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda“The Last Best Story is the first best high school newspaper screwball romantic comedy. Rosie and Grant are funny and warm and too brilliant for their own good, and I would spend another 1000 pages hanging out with them if I could.” -- Jesse Andrews, New York Times bestselling author of Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl“Smart and bighearted and deliriously fun. The Last Best Story crackles.” -- Katie Cotugno, New York Times bestselling author of 99 Days
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Underneath Everything
Book SynopsisUnderneath Everything is a seductive, gorgeously written debut about two girls bound by an obsessive and toxic friendship, perfect for fans of Lauren Oliver and Courtney Summers.Mattie shouldn''t be at the bonfire. She should be finding new maps for her collection, hanging out with Kris, and steering clear of almost everyone else, especially Jolene. After all, Mattie and Kris dropped off the social scene the summer after sophomore year for a reason. But now Mattie is a senior, and she''s sick of missing things. So here she is. And there''s Jolene: Beautiful. Captivating. Just like the stories she wove. Mattie would know—she used to star in them. She and Jolene were best friends. Mattie has the scar on her palm to prove it, and Jolene has everything else, including Hudson.But when Mattie runs into Hudson and gets a glimpse of what could have been, she decides to take it all back: the boyfriend, the friends, the life she was supposed to live. Problem is, M
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Season for Fireflies
Book SynopsisA captivating contemporary novel about first love, second chances, and the power of memory, by the author of Between Us and the Moon, perfect for fans of Sarah Dessen and Katie Cotugno.One year ago, Penny Berne was the star of her high school’s theater department, surrounded by a group of misfits and falling in love with her best friend, Wes.Now her old friends won’t talk to her, her first love, Wes, ignores her, and her best friend is the most popular girl in school. Penny is revered—and hated.But when a near-fatal lightning strike leaves Penny with no memory of the past year, or how she went from drama nerd to queen bee, Penny realizes she may have the second chance she never expected.…
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Upside of Unrequited
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