Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and grief
Ruby Tuesday Books Ltd Big Nan's Last Adventure: A book about
Book SynopsisThis is a fun-filled read-together or read-alone book for young children that helps parents, carers and educators initiate honest, realistic conversations about the following topics: breaking down stereotypes that old people are boring and frail by introducing a strong matriarchal female role model who is fun and adventurous; breaking down taboos around death and grief; understanding different views about what happens after death and keeping people ''alive'' by remembering and celebrating their lives.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Fire Colour One
Book SynopsisA bold and brilliant novel about love, lies and redemption, from award-winning author, Jenny Valentine one of the greatest YA voices of her generation.Iris''s father, Ernest, is at the end of his life and she hasn''t even met him. Her best friend, Thurston, is somewhere on the other side of the world. Everything she thought she knew is up in flames.Now her mother has declared war and means to get her hands on Ernest''s priceless art collection. But Ernest has other ideas. There are things he wants Iris to know after he''s gone. And the truth has more than one way of coming to light.Trade ReviewPraise for Jenny Valentine: ‘Valentine has the essential storyteller's gift of making you want to read on – and to know more even after the book is finished.’ Guardian ‘The award-winning Valentine has a keen eye for the idiosyncrasies of young children, and the rhythms of family life.’ The Bookseller ‘[Valentine] has a wonderful ability to take readers right into the hearts and souls of her central characters, and reading her is always a truly vicarious experience.’ The Bookbag Praise for Fire Colour One: ‘A beautifully written story, soaked in love and important things.’ Steven Camden, author of TAPE. ‘This latest creation is her most spectacular yet.’ Guardian ‘[An] unforgettable story of grief and love.’ Metro ‘Wise, brilliantly plotted.’ The Sunday Times ‘Stunning. Rich in prose, with a profound depth to the characters and themes. Extremely moving.’ Sarah Lean, author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS ‘One of the very best books I've read all year. I finished this and immediately turned back to the beginning again.’ Robin Stevens, author of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers A Tragic Kind of Wonderful
Book SynopsisThe heart-rending and inspiring novel from the critically acclaimed author of NOT IF I SEE YOU FIRST.How can you have a future if you can't accept your past?Mel Hannigan doesn't have it easy. Mourning the death of her firework of a brother, facing the loss of three friendships that used to mean everything to her and struggling to deal with a condition that even her closest friends don't know about. To protect herself and everyone else, Mel tries to lock away her heart, to live quietly without pain but also without hope.Until the plight of an old friend, and meeting someone new, shows her that the risk is worth taking, that opening up to life and who you really are is what can make everything glorious And that maybe Mel can discover a tragic kind of wonderful of her very own.A beautiful, captivating story about living with mental illness, and loving even with a broken heart.Trade Review‘Enjoyable, clever and honest. Definitely a must for fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflower’ Kimi Wright, Waterstones ‘A heartfelt story, abut the realities of teenage life along with living with bipolar [disorder]’ Verity, 15, Lovereading4kids ‘An intimate and affecting portrait of mental illness helmed by an achingly real protagonist’ Kirkus PRAISE FOR NOT IF I SEE YOU FIRST: ‘Gorgeous, romantic, heart-rending’ Maximum Pop! ‘Not If I See You First is thoughtful and honest, with characters that made me laugh, cry, and surprised me at every turn. It’s a book I’ll recommend for years to come.’ Kody Keplinger, author of The Duff and co-founder of Disability in KidLit
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Rest of the Story
Book SynopsisFrom number one New York Times bestselling author Sarah Dessen comes a big-hearted novel about a girl who reconnects with a part of her family she hasn't seen since she was a little girl and falls in love, all over the course of a magical summer. Emma Saylor doesn't remember a lot about her mother, who died when she was ten. But she does remember the stories her mom told her about the big lake that went on forever.Now it's just Emma and her dad, and life is good, if a little predictable . . . until Emma is unexpectedly sent to spend the summer with her mother's family her grandmother and cousins she hasn't seen since she was a little girl.When Emma arrives at the Lake, and spends more time with her mother's side of the family, she starts to feel like she is two different people . To her father, she is Emma. But to her new family, she is Saylor, the name her mother always called her.Then there's Roo, the boy who was her very best friend when she was little. Roo holds the key to her fa
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HarperCollins Publishers Roller Ella
Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.A modern retelling of Cinderella on roller-skates!Ella is forbidden from going to the roller disco with her stepsisters. Will she follow the rules or follow her dreams?Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.Pages 30 and 31 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.
£9.86
HarperCollins Publishers The Fall
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Prentice Hall (a Pearson Education company) My Brother Sam is Dead
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£14.06
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Kindred Souls
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Bullyville
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£9.49
HarperCollins Umbrella Summer
£6.61
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Everafter
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dust to Dust
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Paranormal romance done well." -- Kirkus Praise for Ashes to Ashes: "A beautiful novel about the power of love over life and death." -- Alex Flinn, New York Times bestselling author of Beastly "An appealing and sometimes-poignant blend of savvy adolescents, young romance and paranormal evil suggests there's no escaping teen drama-even in the afterlife." -- Kirkus "Walker infuses standard romance with larger issues of mortality, afterlife, forgiveness, and morality." -- ALA Booklist
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Away We Go
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Lies about Truth
Book SynopsisIn the same vein as Jandy Nelson and Gayle Forman comes a novel from the gifted author of Faking Normal, Courtney C. Stevens, about hope and courage and the struggle to overcome the pain of loss.Sadie Kingston is living in the aftermath. A year after surviving a car accident that killed her friend Trent and left her body and face scarred, she can't move forward. The only person who seems to understand her is Trent's brother, Max.As Sadie begins to fall for Max, she's unsure if she is truly healed enough to be with him. But Max looks at her scars and doesn't shy away. And Max knows about the list she writes in the sand at the beach every night, the list of things that Sadie knows she must accomplish before she can move on from the accident. And while he can help her with number six (kiss someone without flinching), she knows she's on her own with number three (forgive Gina and Gray) and the rest of the seemingly impossible tasks that must be
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Lies About Truth
Book SynopsisThis story from Courtney Stevens—the gifted author of Faking Normal—about hope and courage and the struggle to overcome the pain of loss will appeal to fans of Jandy Nelson's and Gayle Forman’s emotionally gripping novels.Trade Review"This realistic YA novel explores the weight of the past, the value of the truth, and the meaning and process of forgiveness, which teen readers will identify with. A great addition to any YA collection" -- School Library Journal "No one writes better about resilience and 'channeling your brave' than Stevens does." -- --Cammie McGovern, author of Say What You Will In Courtney Stevens' The Lies About Truth, Courtney writes beautiful and flawed characters that contain raw emotions. The Lies About Truth touched my soul.-- Katie McGarry, bestselling author of Pushing the Limits -- . "This lyrical novel explores loss and survivor's guilt, friendship and trust, and grieving and moving forward through the heart of a young woman who has lost much and yet feels paralyzed to reclaim her life." -- ALA Booklist "Engaging characters and engrossing storytelling." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) PRAISE FOR FAKING NORMAL: "Somewhere between Sarah Dessen and Laurie Halse Anderson lies Stevens's rich debut about two adolescents grappling with extraordinary trauma...the mood is intense and the story moves briskly, complete with an ending so surprising that some readers may flip back to the beginning to start fresh." -- Publishers Weekly PRAISE FOR FAKING NORMAL: "Reminiscent of Melinda in Speak, Alexi tries to find her voice. A story that resonates." -- Kirkus PRAISE FOR FAKING NORMAL: "Debut novelist Stevens has written a powerful and fast-paced first-person story of a young woman who finds an inner strength she never knew she possessed." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
£12.57
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Traitor Angels
Book SynopsisA romantic and exhilarating historical adventure about a girl who must unlock the secrets within Paradise Lost to save her father—perfect for fans of Revolution and Code Name Verity—from acclaimed author Anne Blankman, whose debut novel, Prisoner of Night and Fog, was a Sydney Taylor Notable Book for Teens in 2015Six years have passed since England’s King Charles II returned from exile to reclaim the throne, ushering in a new era of stability for his subjects.Except for Elizabeth Milton. The daughter of notorious poet John Milton, Elizabeth has never known her place in this shifting world—except by her father’s side. By day she helps transcribe his latest masterpiece, the epic poem Paradise Lost, and by night she learns languages and sword fighting. Although she does not dare object, she suspects that he’s training her for a mission whose purpose she cannot fathom.Until one night th
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Maybe One Day
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc 17 First Kisses
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£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Last Time We Say Goodbye
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£13.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Afterlife of Holly Chase
Book SynopsisBefore I Fall meets ''bah, humbug'' in this contemporary YA reimagining of A Christmas Carol from New York Times bestselling author Cynthia Hand.On Christmas Eve five years ago, seventeen-year-old Holly Chase was visited by three Ghosts who showed her how selfish and spoiled she''d become. They tried to convince her to mend her ways. She didn''t. And then she died.Now she''s stuck working for the top-secret company Project Scrooge''as their latest Ghost of Christmas Past. So far, Holly''s afterlife has been miserable. But this year''s Scrooge is different. This year''s Scrooge might change everythingThe Afterlife of Holly Chase is a witty, poignant, and insightful novel about life, love, and seizing second (or third) chances, perfect for readers who loved Before I Fall or Dash & Lily''s Book of Dares.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Afterlife of Holly Chase
Book SynopsisBefore I Fall meets ?bah, humbug? in this contemporary YA reimagining of A Christmas Carol from New York Times bestselling author Cynthia Hand.On Christmas Eve five years ago, seventeen-year-old Holly Chase was visited by three Ghosts who showed her how selfish and spoiled she'd become. They tried to convince her to mend her ways. She didn't. And then she died.Now she's stuck working for the top-secret company Project Scrooge as their latest Ghost of Christmas Past. So far, Holly's afterlife has been miserable. But this year's Scrooge is different. This year's Scrooge might change everything...The Afterlife of Holly Chase is a witty, poignant, and insightful novel about life, love, and seizing second (or third) chances, perfect for readers who loved Before I Fall or Dash & Lily's Book of Dares.
£11.39
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Heart and Other Black Holes
Book SynopsisA stunning novel about the transformative power of love, perfect for fans of 13 Reasons Why by Jay Asher.Sixteen-year-old physics nerd Aysel is obsessed with plotting her own death. With a mother who can barely look at her without wincing, classmates who whisper behind her back, and a father whose violent crime rocked her small town, Aysel is ready to turn her potential energy into nothingness.There''s only one problem: she''s not sure she has the courage to do it alone. But once she discovers a website with a section called Suicide Partners, Aysel''s convinced she''s found her solution''Roman, a teenage boy who''s haunted by a family tragedy, is looking for a partner.Even though Aysel and Roman have nothing in common, they slowly start to fill in each other''s broken lives. But as their suicide pact becomes more concrete, Aysel begins to question whether she really wants to go through with it. Ultimately, she must choose between wanting to die or trying to convince Roman to live so they can discover the potential of their energy together.
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Frozen Beauty
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Ethan I Was Before
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Ethan I Was Before
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc August Isle
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc August Isle
Book Synopsis*A Junior Library Guild Selection*From critically acclaimed author Ali Standish (The Ethan I Was Before), the story of one girl’s journey to a magical seaside town, where she uncovers her family’s long hidden secrets and ultimately finds truth and redemption. Fans of Sharon Creech and Rebecca Stead will be captivated by this story filled with warm humor, mystery, whimsy, and characters you can’t let go. A modern classic in the making!For years, Miranda has stared at postcards of August Isle, Florida. The town where her mother spent her summers as a girl. The town that Miranda has always ached to visit. She just never wanted it to happen this way.When she arrives on the Isle, alone and uncertain, to stay the summer with an old friend of her mother’s, Miranda discovers a place even more perfect than she imagined. And she finds a new friend in Sammy, “A
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Hidden Memory of Objects
Book Synopsis“Unforgettable and impossible to put down—this novel is heart-pounding suspense at its best. A stunning debut.” —Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures and author of The Lovely RecklessThe Hidden Memory of Objects is a highly original and beautifully written debut mystery novel with a speculative element, perfect for readers who loved Gayle Forman’s If I Stay. Megan Brown’s brother, Tyler, is dead, but the cops are killing him all over again. They say he died of a drug overdose, potentially suicide—something Megan cannot accept. Determined to figure out what happened in the months before Tyler’s death, Megan turns to the things he left behind. After all, she understands the stories objects can tell—at fifteen, she is a gifted collage artist with a flair for creating found-object pieces. However, Megan now realizes
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Cures for Heartbreak
Book SynopsisMargo Rabb’s critically acclaimed debut novel Cures for Heartbreak—a somber yet humorous depiction of love, loss, and new beginnings—has been reissued with a stunning new look.Less than two weeks after fifteen-year-old Mia Pearlman’s mother is diagnosed with cancer, she dies, leaving Mia, her older sister, and their father to face this sudden and unfathomable loss. As Mia struggles to navigate her grief, she’s also forced to examine the truth about her parents’ rocky marriage, her unexpected feelings for a guy with leukemia, and the nagging health phobias that plague her on a daily basis. Ultimately, her journey down this road slowly paves the way for hope amid immeasurable loss.In this heartfelt novel that Michael Chabon called “sad, funny, smart, and endlessly poignant,” Margo Rabb dives deep into the complicated emotions that befall a family after the death of a loved one.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Denis Ever After
Book SynopsisWritten by award-winning author Tony Abbott and perfect for fans of The Ethan I Was Before and The Thing About Jellyfish, this bittersweet middle grade novel follows the ghost of Denis Egan as he teams up with his living twin brother to solve the mystery of his death.Trade Review“Abbott steadily guides readers through a dark quagmire of questions, anger, and fraying family bonds that are nevertheless held together by love. Surprising twists and turns braid the story’s disparate parts into a revelatory whole that brings healing to its characters and won’t be forgotten by its readers anytime soon.” — Booklist (starred review) “Luminous and revelatory. A riveting mystery that I couldn’t put down for the life (or death) of me.” — Lauren Myracle, New York Times bestselling author of the Wishing Day series “A brutally moving and deeply layered story full of heart and hope.” — Leslie Connor, award-winning author of All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook “Witty, suspenseful and full of hope, Denis Ever After fearlessly travels into the dark mysteries of life, the afterlife and the spaces in between.” — Shelf Awareness “A taut and twisted murder mystery with a profound reflection on grief and learning to move on. Denis comes to see the “thousand, thousand threads” that bind people and realizes that the powerful connections forged through love cannot be broken, even in death.” — Publishers Weekly “Abbott keeps the tension high and the mystery dark and unsettling, leavening it with several flashes of humor and intriguing imaginative speculation about the dead. Page-turning.” — Kirkus Reviews Praise for Tony Abbott: “A touching story of friendship that is easy to read yet hard to forget.” — School Library Journal ★ “Beautifully crafted and written.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Full of mystery and intrigue, this book had me completely transfixed.” — Ridley Pearson, New York Times bestselling author of the Kingdom Keepers series “The book is so enticing that readers will go along even when the going is rough.” — Booklist “With every narrative turn, Tony Abbott brings these never-before-seen perspectives into view... Untold. Unforgettable.” — Rita Williams-Garcia, author of One Crazy Summer “With its portrayal of a family on the verge of falling apart following the death of a child and the young person’s narration from the afterlife, this suggests The Lovely Bones shaped for a younger audience…the story is handled with remarkable grace.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Aerie
Book SynopsisThe stunning sequel to Maria Dahvana Headley’s bestselling, critically acclaimed Magonia tells the story of one girl who must make an impossible choice between two families, two homes—and two versions of herself.Aza Ray is back on earth.Trade Review"Gorgeous, hopeful, heroic, as far-out fantastical as a lost Bowie song-a wild and wonderful novel that makes you glad to be alive." -- Libba Bray, New York Times bestselling author of Lair of Dreams "The stunner in this novel is the romance between Aza and Jason that... transforms slowly to something that is broken and imperfect but also intentional and heart-wrenchingly beautiful. Readers [will] happily return here after diving into that splendid start." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The dual-voiced narrative... offers intriguing characterization and gender dynamics, paired with fascinatingly complex world-building that readers familiar with the series will especially enjoy." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) "A well-paced, cinematic adventure." -- Kirkus PRAISE FOR MAGONIA: "Maria Dahvana Headley is a firecracker: she's whip smart with a heart, and she writes like a dream." -- Neil Gaiman, bestselling author of The Graveyard Book and Coraline "Magonia is magical. A high-flying, refreshing, and literally out-of-the-blue fantasy with great characters, emotional depth, and a unique fantasy world that I never saw coming." -- Victoria Aveyard, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of Red Queen "Headley riffs like an improv comic... funny, furious, and vulnerable. The haunting conclusion leaves many issues unresolved, but the ferocious, intelligent power of Aza and Jason's bond is completely affirmed. Sweeping, strange, and richly imagined, the novel is ideal for fans of Laini Taylor's Daughter of Smoke & Bone." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "With lush writing, memorable world building, and an array of peculiar characters, this is sure to thrill readers looking for a distinctive, imaginative tale in the vein of Laini Taylor and Neil Gaiman." -- Booklist "The painful, sarcastic beauty of Aza's interactions down below in the everyday world begs comparisons to John Green's The Fault in Our Stars." -- Kirkus "The book races to an epic confrontation that will leave readers thrilled... romance, danger, and world-building combine." -- School Library Journal "The sweeping, lyrical language in both parts of the book is captivating, with haunting scenes woven from carefully chosen, sharply evocative descriptions." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "[A] weird, unique, and beautifully crafted book." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Nine
Book SynopsisHis mother burned too fast and inflicted a debilitating rebirth sickness on herself.Julian realizes that he’s going to have to burn at some point—especially when he becomes a target for Nicholas, the manipulative leader of the Burners, the school’s suicide club.Trade Review“[Nine] has strong pacing and…a gratifying ending. A good addition to any YA thriller collection.” — School Library Journal “[Nine’s] energetic writing style and fast pace will keep readers engaged.” — Kirkus Reviews “A timely, undeniably fascinating concept… readers intrigued by alternate realities will be hooked.” — ALA Booklist “A provocative fantasy read.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Since We Last Spoke
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Rufener’s treatment of grief is nuanced and deeply felt, and Aggi’s and Max’s complex feelings about themselves, their families, and their aborted romance drive the skillfully crafted narrative… A compelling story about grief told through the voices of two expertly drawn protagonists.” — Kirkus Reviews “A powerful story about grief, loss, and the restorative nature of love, Since We Last Spoke will stay with you long after you’ve finished.” — Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be and The Last to Let Go “Rufener handles topics such as love, loss, and grief with a deft and steady hand, intermingling moments of humor and warmth as two families learn to navigate the tragedy that’s intertwined them forever.” — Miranda Asebedo, author of The Deepest Roots “Readers who enjoy narratives of resilience after devastating loss will appreciate Aggi and Max’s struggles to recover and find each other again.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Survival List
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Though the author intricately portrays Sloane’s grief and guilt, her poignant take on the butterfly effect—including thought-provoking references to the Holocaust and its legacy—explores not only suicide and its aftermath, but survivors’ capacity to heal. …This is a sympathetic, thoughtful exploration of depression, suicide, grief, and healing.” — Kirkus Reviews “An equal parts heartbreaking and heartwarming story about family secrets, the legacies of loss, and the ways we put ourselves back together after we’ve been shattered. The Survival List shows us how far we’ll go to understand the people we love, even after they’re gone. I couldn’t put it down.” — Julie Buxbaum, New York Times bestselling author of Tell Me Three Things “Nobody writes about family secrets with the grace, compassion, and intrigue of Courtney Sheinmel. The Survival List is a work of deep empathy, reminding us that we can never fully understand what’s going on in someone else’s life, but that there is enormous value in trying to find out.” — Leila Sales, author of This Song Will Save Your Life “With delicate balance, Sheinmel illuminates the suffering going on behind the scenes in daily lives that can lead to desperate acts and the hollowed-out aftermath of those left behind.” — Booklist "Sheinmel treats the topics of suicide and depression with nuance and compassion, beautifully conveying Sloane’s feelings of guilt for not being able to save Talley while gently, realistically refuting them." — Horn Book Magazine PRAISE FOR COURTNEY SHEINMEL: “With powerful messages of family and self-reliance, Sheinmel’s coming-of-age tale captivates with its masterful storytelling style and intricate detail.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Riveting and heartbreaking.” — Kirkus Reviews “Textured, rich, and evocative.” — Lauren Oliver, New York Times bestselling author of Delirium and Before I Fall “A terrific read - smart, sexy, and shockingly scandalous. Sheinmel is at her absolute best.” — Sarah Mlynowski, author of Ten Things We Did (And Probably Shouldn’t Have) “A deliciously decadent story of glamour, family secrets, and the twisted legacy of a tortured past. In other words, everything I’ve ever wanted, all in one book.” — Robin Wasserman, author of The Waking Dark “…a great read so full of surprises and twists that I kept saying out loud, ‘I didn’t see that coming.’” — Liane Freed, Watchung Booksellers, Montclair, NJ “ A richly told coming of age story of good intentions and family secrets, I read straight through, enjoying every last detail. This surely is a winner.” — Angela Mann, Kepler’s Books, Menlo Park, CA
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Survival List
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Though the author intricately portrays Sloane’s grief and guilt, her poignant take on the butterfly effect—including thought-provoking references to the Holocaust and its legacy—explores not only suicide and its aftermath, but survivors’ capacity to heal. …This is a sympathetic, thoughtful exploration of depression, suicide, grief, and healing.” — Kirkus Reviews “An equal parts heartbreaking and heartwarming story about family secrets, the legacies of loss, and the ways we put ourselves back together after we’ve been shattered. The Survival List shows us how far we’ll go to understand the people we love, even after they’re gone. I couldn’t put it down.” — Julie Buxbaum, New York Times bestselling author of Tell Me Three Things “Nobody writes about family secrets with the grace, compassion, and intrigue of Courtney Sheinmel. The Survival List is a work of deep empathy, reminding us that we can never fully understand what’s going on in someone else’s life, but that there is enormous value in trying to find out.” — Leila Sales, author of This Song Will Save Your Life “With delicate balance, Sheinmel illuminates the suffering going on behind the scenes in daily lives that can lead to desperate acts and the hollowed-out aftermath of those left behind.” — Booklist "Sheinmel treats the topics of suicide and depression with nuance and compassion, beautifully conveying Sloane’s feelings of guilt for not being able to save Talley while gently, realistically refuting them." — Horn Book Magazine PRAISE FOR COURTNEY SHEINMEL: “With powerful messages of family and self-reliance, Sheinmel’s coming-of-age tale captivates with its masterful storytelling style and intricate detail.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Riveting and heartbreaking.” — Kirkus Reviews “Textured, rich, and evocative.” — Lauren Oliver, New York Times bestselling author of Delirium and Before I Fall “A terrific read - smart, sexy, and shockingly scandalous. Sheinmel is at her absolute best.” — Sarah Mlynowski, author of Ten Things We Did (And Probably Shouldn’t Have) “A deliciously decadent story of glamour, family secrets, and the twisted legacy of a tortured past. In other words, everything I’ve ever wanted, all in one book.” — Robin Wasserman, author of The Waking Dark “…a great read so full of surprises and twists that I kept saying out loud, ‘I didn’t see that coming.’” — Liane Freed, Watchung Booksellers, Montclair, NJ “ A richly told coming of age story of good intentions and family secrets, I read straight through, enjoying every last detail. This surely is a winner.” — Angela Mann, Kepler’s Books, Menlo Park, CA
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Other Side of Summer
Book SynopsisA heartfelt and voice-driven novel with just a touch of magic, Emily Gale''s The Other Side of Summer is perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead.Ever since her brother Floyd died, Summer’s world has been falling apart. Her mom is a ghost of her former self, her older sister is angry all the time, and her dad wants to move the family to Australia. It seems like the only thing unchanged in their lives is Floyd’s guitar, which was returned to the family perfectly unharmed by the bombing that killed him. Once Summer arrives in Australia, she feels even further away from Floyd than before. Until she works up the courage to play his guitar. When she plays, something amazing—perhaps even magical—happens. Summer starts to feel less alone. But even with a little magic on her side, only Summer will be able to find her way through her grief to whatever the other side may bring. “This pitch-perfect story is full of
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Rough Patch
Book SynopsisTrade Review“In crisp, colorful, emotion-rich paintings, Brian Lies chronicles the hollow depths of bereavement and the eventual rekindling of love.” — Wall Street Journal “Spare and beautifully phrased...Lies’s rich colors and expressive use of light are evident throughout this picture book, which acknowledges grief and delivers a hopeful message with subtlety, empathy and eloquence.” — Booklist (starred review) “The polished, jaunty spreads that open this story by Lies give little hint of the deep emotion to come. ...The story of how Evan finds his way through his grief rings true, and Lies’s atmospherically lit, exquisitely drafted paintings will absorb readers as they trace Evan’s journey through mourning.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “The story is simply and subtly told with admirably genuine emotion, but the textured, strong-hued art is the real standout. Charming images...are to savor. ...Reassuring and clear, this is a heartfelt story about loss and discovering that one can love again.” — Kirkus Reviews “With tender restraint, author and illustrator Brian Lies has crafted a deeply felt story of new hope and healing after loss...The pacing is flawless, and the emotions are never forced. ...Understated yet powerful, The Rough Patch is a story that stays with you.” — BookPage “Grief is the watchword—though it’s never stated—in The Rough Patch, a weepy and wonderful picture book by Brian Lies. ...As Evan’s sorrow turns to rage and then destruction, the reader watches with distress and then with rising hope as the garden, with time, offers the grief-stricken fox a way back to happiness.” — Wall Street Journal
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Land of Yesterday
Book SynopsisA tender and fantastical adventure story perfect for fans of Coraline.After Cecelia Dahl’s little brother, Celadon, dies tragically, his soul goes where all souls go: the Land of Yesterday—and Cecelia is left behind in a fractured world without him. Her beloved house’s spirit is crumbling beyond repair, her father is imprisoned by sorrow, and worst of all, her grief-stricken mother abandons the land of the living to follow Celadon into Yesterday.It’s up to Cecelia to put her family back together, even if that means venturing into the dark and forbidden Land of Yesterday on her own. But as Cecilia braves a hot-air balloon commanded by two gnomes, a sea of daisies, and the Planet of Nightmares, it’s clear that even if she finds her family, she might not be able to save them.And if she’s not careful, she might just become a lost soul herself, trapped forever in Yesterday.
£6.64
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Fathers Words
Book SynopsisPatricia MacLachlan, beloved author of the Newbery Medal-winning Sarah, Plain and Tall, has crafted another lyrical and touching novel for young readers about finding hope after the loss of a loved one. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. It’s a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom. Declan O’Brien always had a gentle word to share, odd phrases he liked to repeat, and songs to sing while he played basketball. His favorite song was Dona Nobis Pacem, “Grant Us Peace.” His family loved him deeply and always knew they were loved in return.But a terrible accident one day changes their lives forever, and Fiona and Finn O’Brien are left without a father. Their mother is at a loss. What words are there to guide them through such overwhelming grief?At the suggestion of
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HarperCollins My Fathers Words
Book SynopsisPatricia MacLachlan, beloved author of the Newbery Medal-winning Sarah, Plain and Tall, has crafted another lyrical and touching novel for young readers about finding hope after the loss of a loved one.Trade Review★ “MacLachlan is the master of quiet books that pack an emotional wallop. My Father’s Words finds the author in her element. MacLachlan provides a beautifully nuanced portrait of one family’s recovery after tragedy. This book feels as direct and true as a dog looking you straight in the eyes.” — The New York Times Book Review ★ “Newbery Medalist MacLachlan is known for writing heart-tugging stories in spare style, as she did in Sarah, Plain and Tall. And that’s what she does here as readers meet Fiona and Finn. Deeply moving and uplifting in unexpected ways.” — Booklist (starred review) ★ “Key relationships in her own life inspired this characteristically taut and resonant novel by Newbery Medalist MacLachlan. MacLachlan masterfully mingles core themes in this slim volume: the power of words and song, memories and family, the mutually redemptive human-canine bond, and ‘the eternal fitness of things.’” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★ “With her customary precise, spare language, infused with emotional intelligence, MacLachlan takes readers from shocked grief to a way to live again, fundamental truths dropped carefully and delicately for young readers to comprehend in their own time. A flawless story about resilience, hope, healing, and the eternal fitness of things.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A gently flowing story. This heartwarming title from an acclaimed author is a solid choice for school and public libraries seeking new bibliotherapy titles for children on loss and grief.” — School Library Journal “The Newbery Medalist Patricia MacLachlan is at the top of her game with this poignant, powerful novel about finding purpose and an outlet for grief at a shelter for animals.” — Washington Parent “A flawless, reflective and ultimately redemptive novel [that] gently addresses loss, grief, hope and healing in the very best of ways.” — Port Huron Times Herald “Simple prose conveys emotions with gentle humor and beautifully chosen words. A family or classroom read-aloud full of insight for all.” — Providence Journal Praise for THE POET’S DOG: “Magical. A quiet, elegant, poignant story suffused with humor, heart, and goodness.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A spare, moving tale. Using simple words that even youngest readers will understand and enjoy, MacLachlan tackles subjects such as death and mourning with understated grace.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Readers will find their own jewel in this gem of a book.” — Booklist (starred review) Praise for THE TRUTH OF ME: “Brief but emotionally intense...MacLachlan demonstrates her mastery of elegantly unfolding a tale and gently plucking at readers’ heartstrings without taking a maudlin tone.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) Praise for KINDRED SOULS: “MacLachlan handles a familiar theme with grace, providing a lens into an uncanny intergenerational bond, as well as the kindness and generosity of love.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) Praise for WORD AFTER WORD AFTER WORD: “Showing great respect for her readers and her craft, Newbery Award winner Patricia MacLachlan makes every word count in Lucy’s smooth-flowing, economic narrative.” — Booklist (starred review)
£9.91
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Early Departures
Book SynopsisLike Adam Silveras They Both Die at the End and Colleen Hoovers It Ends with Us, Early Departures by Justin A. Reynolds, author ofOpposite of Always, is a powerful and deeply moving YA contemporary novel with a speculative twist about love, death, grief, and friendship.What if you could bring your best friend back to lifebut only for a short time?Jamals best friend, Q, doesnt know that he died, and that hes about to die . . . again. He doesnt know that Jamal tried to save him. And that the reason they havent been friends for two years is because Jamal blames Q for the accident that killed his parents.But what if Jamal could have a second chance? A new technology allows Q to be reanimated for a few weeks before he dies . . . permanently. And Qs mom is not about to let anyone ruin this miracle by telling Q about his impending death. So how can Jamal fix everything if he cant tell Q the truth?
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc All the Things We Do in the Dark
Book SynopsisTrade Review“The combination of a murder mystery and the breathless onset of a new romance forces Ava to confront the trauma of her own violation, while offering readers both narrative suspense and deeper than usual insight into the day-to-day struggles of survivors... offers hope and strength straight from Ava’s arc as she becomes more than the thing that happened to her.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Compelling and thought-provoking, this book is SADIE meets THE LOVELY BONES. Would recommend for people looking for a deep, psychological, and challenging but ultimately pensive and raw read.” — YA Books Central "Like the worms in the soil of Ava’s visions, All the Things We Do in the Dark will crawl into readers’ viscera and stay under their skin." — BookPage Praise for DEFY THE DARK: “Sixteen darkly alluring stories relate horrid and extraordinary events that can occur only in the absence of light. Each uniquely eerie, goose bump-raising tale confidently journeys into the unknown, and almost every one has a thread of teen romance.” — Kirkus Reviews Praise for ALL OUT: “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) “This anthology of distinct stories and experiences is exceptional in scope and quality, and gives voice to the experiences that have long existed but often go unrepresented.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “LGBTQIA story collections are scarce, but even if they weren’t, this one would be essential.” — Booklist
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc All the Things We Do in the Dark
Book SynopsisTrade Review“The combination of a murder mystery and the breathless onset of a new romance forces Ava to confront the trauma of her own violation, while offering readers both narrative suspense and deeper than usual insight into the day-to-day struggles of survivors... offers hope and strength straight from Ava’s arc as she becomes more than the thing that happened to her.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Compelling and thought-provoking, this book is SADIE meets THE LOVELY BONES. Would recommend for people looking for a deep, psychological, and challenging but ultimately pensive and raw read.” — YA Books Central "Like the worms in the soil of Ava’s visions, All the Things We Do in the Dark will crawl into readers’ viscera and stay under their skin." — BookPage Praise for DEFY THE DARK: “Sixteen darkly alluring stories relate horrid and extraordinary events that can occur only in the absence of light. Each uniquely eerie, goose bump-raising tale confidently journeys into the unknown, and almost every one has a thread of teen romance.” — Kirkus Reviews Praise for ALL OUT: “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) “This anthology of distinct stories and experiences is exceptional in scope and quality, and gives voice to the experiences that have long existed but often go unrepresented.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “LGBTQIA story collections are scarce, but even if they weren’t, this one would be essential.” — Booklist
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Year to the Day
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£13.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Disappear Completely
Book SynopsisWhen Emma discovers the first spot, ''like a tiny bright moon'' on her left foot, she''s at the funeral of her grandmother, who had been her best friend as well. The diagnosis is vitiligo, a skin condition triggered by stress. Creating a large multigenerational cast, Standish knits an absorbing story of loss, identity, and human connections. A rewarding, realistic novel, illuminated by magical elements. —Booklist (starred review)Wonder meets Some Kind of Happiness in this powerful tween novel from Ali Standish, author of the Carnegie Medal nominee The Ethan I Was Before and August Isle. While her grandmother was alive, Emma’s world was filled with enchantment. But now Gram is gone, and suddenly strange spots are appearing on Emma’s skin. Soon, she’s diagnosed with vitiligo—a condition that makes patches of
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Disappear Completely
Book SynopsisWhen Emma discovers the first spot, ''like a tiny bright moon'' on her left foot, she''s at the funeral of her grandmother, who had been her best friend as well. The diagnosis is vitiligo, a skin condition triggered by stress. Creating a large multigenerational cast, Standish knits an absorbing story of loss, identity, and human connections. A rewarding, realistic novel, illuminated by magical elements. —Booklist (starred review)Wonder meets Some Kind of Happiness in this powerful tween novel from Ali Standish, author of the Carnegie Medal nominee The Ethan I Was Before and August Isle. While her grandmother was alive, Emma’s world was filled with enchantment. But now Gram is gone, and suddenly strange spots are appearing on Emma’s skin. Soon, she’s diagnosed with vitiligo—a condition that makes patches of
£10.35
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Stepping Off Place
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Stepping Off Place
Book SynopsisFrom debut author Cameron Kelly Rosenblum comes a stunning teen novel that tackles love, grief, and mental health as one girl must process her friend’s death and ultimately learn how to stand in her own light. Perfect for fans of All the Bright Places and We Were Liars. It’s the summer before senior year. Reid is in the thick of Scofield High’s in-crowd thanks to her best friend, Hattie, who has been her social oxygen since middle school.But summer is when Hattie goes to her family’s Maine island home. Instead of sitting inside for eight weeks, waiting for her to return, Reid and their friend, Sam, enter into a pact—to live it up, one party at a time. But days before Hattie is due home, Reid finds out the shocking news that Hattie has died by suicide. Driven by a desperate need to understand what went wrong, Reid searches for answers.In doing so, she uncovers painful secrets about the person she thought she knew better than herself. And the truth will force Reid to reexamine everything.
£10.44
