Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and grief
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Sharp Edge of Silence
Book SynopsisTradition meets People Like Us in this timely and haunting YA contemporary standalone that tackles the contagious nature of toxic masculinity at an elite New England boarding school clinging to its past, and the sexual assault that changes everything.WHO WILL YOU BE AT LYCROFT PHELPS?This is the question all Lycroft applicants want to be asked. It means they’ve been accepted to one of the most prestigious private high schools in the nation.Over 150 years is plenty of time for traditions to bake into the campus’s bricks and ivy. Ceremonies. Athletic rivalries. Secret societies. Pranks taken too far. But navigating it all will make Charlotte (perfect, straight-A student), Max (scholarship kid and STEM whiz), and Quinn (artist, dreamer, Lycroft legacy) question all they thought they knew about themselves…and the school.Especially when Quinn’s sexual assault becomes p
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Secret Life of Sam
Book SynopsisThe timelessness of Bridge to Terabithia meets the wonder of Big Fish in this bittersweet, magical story, perfect for fans of Barbara O’Connor, Lisa Graff, and Dan Gemeinhart. When Sam’s dad dies in a car accident, Sam is shuttled off to the dusty town of Holler, Oklahoma, to live with a long-lost aunt.Trade Review"Ventrella brilliantly renders Sam’s gentle nature, defensiveness, and deep sadness; her evocative prose and the small but resonant cast shine, and Sam’s voice effectively relays his path toward the other side of grief." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) "The heartrending story and vividly described settings will captivate readers." — Horn Book Magazine Praise for Kim Ventrella: “Set in the rural South, the syrup-soaked, rich imagery is a sensory delight. Gabe’s voice is distinct, and the evolution of his conflict reinforces the humanity amid the magic. A heck of a good read about the bright side of some durn bad luck.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Skeleton Tree is a powerful and tender story. Kim Ventrella knows when to be playful and when to break your heart.” — Cassie Beasley, New York Times bestselling author of Circus Mirandus “Ventrella’s comforting storytelling reveals a magical world where a skeleton can grow and where a family’s love for each other can provide healing.” — School Library Journal “Ventrella fearlessly tackles the sensitive subject of death for a middle grade audience.” — Booklist “[An] emotional roller coaster tempered by a touch of magic and a resilient, likable protagonist.” — Kirkus Reviews “Quietly powerful; dark yet whimsical.” — Booklist "The magic is rooted in evocative descriptions and strong emotions. Magically mesmerizing and moving." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Shape of Thunder
Book SynopsisTrade Review“With taut pacing, nuanced characters, and compassionate depictions of grief and trauma, Warga’s novel is both timely and transcendent; a must-purchase for all collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “The story builds steadily toward a moving conclusion; Warga’s lyrical language and credible rendering of both middle school life and of the tensions of two families coping differently with personal devastation make for a perceptive, sensitively told novel about the effects of gun violence.” — Publishers Weekly “[Cora and Quinn] are well developed, and Warga skillfully handles both their delicate, emotional friendship and larger subjects of grief and gun violence. Powerful and emotionally complex.” — Kirkus Reviews “This will spark meaningful discussions.” — ALA Booklist “Warga skillfully develops unique voices for her narrators, and the novel’s alternating-perspective structure works well. Emotions run high throughout the book without dragging down the plot, and the portrayal of middle-school life is utterly authentic.” — Horn Book Magazine “Warga limns a tale that downplays sensationalism while acknowledging the deep fear that many readers may carry regarding school shootings.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “A beautiful story about the love that is possible even when the worst has already happened.” — Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medalist
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Who I Was with Her
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Rival cross-country high school athletes Corinne and Maggie are lovers but have kept their relationship a secret; when Maggie dies, Corinne is left to grieve alone. The story is told in alternating before/after timelines, so readers experience Corinne’s romance with Maggie as well as the aftermath of her death. Suspense is ramped up well as the plot develops to reveal who else knew about but kept their relationship a secret, why, and at what cost. The focus on bisexuality is welcome." — Kirkus Reviews "A beautiful, poised, and thought-provoking debut about love, loss, coming out, and discovering living life on your own terms." — New York Times bestselling author Kathleen Glasgow
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Greatest Kid in the World
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Bump
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Supervillains Guide to Being a Fat Kid
Book SynopsisMatt Wallace, author of Bump, presents a personal, humorous, and body-positive middle grade standalone about a fat kid who wants to stop his bullies . . . and enlists the help of the world’s most infamous supervillain. Perfect for fans of Holly Goldberg Sloan, Julie Murphy, and John David Anderson!Max’s first year of middle school hasn’t been easy. Eighth-grade hotshot Johnny Pro torments Max constantly, for no other reason than Max is fat and an easy target. Max wishes he could fight back, but he doesn’t want to hurt Johnny . . . just make him feel the way Max feels.In desperation, Max writes to the only person he thinks will understand: imprisoned supervillain Master Plan, a “gentleman of size.” To his surprise, Master Plan wants to help! He suggests a way for Max to get even with Johnny Pro, and change how the other kids at school see them both.And it works! When Master Plan’s help pays off for Max in ways he couldn’t have imagined, he starts gaining confidence—enough to finally talk to Marina, the girl he likes in class who shares his passion for baking. With Master Plan in his corner, anything seems possible . . . but is there a price to pay for the supervillain’s help?* A Junior Library Guild selection *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Girl on the Line
Book SynopsisA story that begins where too many others end, this stunningly written and unflinchingly authentic tale of love, loss, and hope will touch fans of All the Bright Places and Girl in Pieces.Life’s tough when you didn’t expect to be living it. But now that Journey has a future, she apparently also has to figure out what that future’s supposed to look like.Some days the pain feels as fresh as that day: the day she attempted suicide. Her parents don’t know how to speak to her. Her best friend cracks all the wrong jokes. Her bipolar II disorder feels like it swallows her completely.But other days—they feel like revelations. Like meeting the dazzling Etta, a city college student who is a world unto herself. Or walking into the office of the volunteer hotline, and discovering a community as simultaneously strong and broken as she is.Or uncovering the light within herself that she didn’t know e
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Girl on the Line
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc How We Ricochet
Book SynopsisFor readers of This Is How It Ends and All the Bright Places, How We Ricochet takes an intimate and unflinching look into the devastating consequences of a mass shooting for one girl and her close-knit family, from Faith Gardner, acclaimed author of Girl on the Line. It seems sometimes a charade that we continue celebrating in the face of relentless tragedy. How dare we? But then . . . what else is there to do?Betty’s mom needed new pants for her job.That was why Betty was at the mall with her mom and sister when the shooting started.Afterward, nothing is the same.There are no easy answers to be found, and Betty’s search for them leads her to Michael, the brother of the shooter. But this path only shows Betty one thing: that everything she thought she knew—about herself, about the world around her—can change in a heartbeat.A moving, powerful
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Glitter Gets Everywhere
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Joy, sorrow, humor, hope—this book has it all. I loved every page. Kitty and I would have been great friends.” — Erin Entrada Kelly, author of Newbery Medal winner Hello, Universe and Newbery Honor winner We Dream of Space "Delightful and utterly compelling. Glitter Gets Everywhere sparkles like the gem that it is." — Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain, Reign “Kitty Wentworth draws readers into her personal journey through grief with surprising honesty and abundant humor. A touching debut that brims with authenticity. Well done!” — Leslie Connor, National Book Award Finalist, and author of A Home for Goddesses and Dogs "A heartfelt novel that is sure to touch readers deeply, Glitter Gets Everywhere offers a gentle exploration of grief, sprinkled with moments of humor worthy of Louise Rennison. Kitty is an immensely loveable character, and middle graders will find her transatlantic adventures relatable, poignant and honest. I loved this book!" — Ali Standish, award-winning author of The Ethan I Was Before "This tender, witty debut made me cry, laugh, and think deeply. Glitter Gets Everywhere sparkles with insights about the beautiful, complicated ways people move forward after a heartbreaking loss. " — Laurie Morrison, Author of Up for Air and Saint Ivy "The well-drawn characters are distinctive individuals who see things from different points of view. The narrative engages readers with its well-paced story and articulate portrayal of emotions. Clark portrays Kitty and her circle of family and friends with perception, wit, and finesse in this absorbing first novel." — Booklist (starred review) "The heart-rending topic; the well-drawn family relationships; and Kitty’s brave, honest, and often funny responses to her tragedy are the soul of this book. Heartfelt and comforting." — Kirkus Reviews "Clark offers a solid depiction of therapy as positive and sometimes necessary. Throughout, Kitty deals with her grief openly and honestly, doing her best to work through it. A touching story of grief and change." — School Library Journal "With a deeply introspective bent that delves into the darkness of grief and the light found on the other side, Clark’s tender debut will strike a chord with readers who have experienced the loss of a loved one." — Publishers Weekly "Kitty is a perceptive narrator, keenly aware of the emotional currents around her. Clark’s characters, both adult and child, are fully realized and slightly eccentric without being caricatures. The book takes a thoughtful approach to grief and recovery, exploring Kitty’s emotional growth in a nondidactic way." — The Horn Book
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Orphans of the Tide
Book SynopsisAn ancient myth looms over a powerful new friendship in this debut middle grade fantasy packed with Hugo Cabret charm.The City is the only home that Ellie has ever known. She?s always been told that there is nothing to see beyond the shores of her small, salty island.That is, until a mysterious boy washes in with the tide, trapped inside the belly of a whale.The citizens of the City believe he?s ruled by the Enemy?the legendary god who drowned the whole world?come again to cause untold chaos. Only Ellie believes that the boy is innocent.To save him, Ellie must prove that he?s not who they think he is?even if that means revealing her own dangerous secret.Fans of Wildwood and The Mysterious Benedict Society will be enthralled by this inventive and adventurous take on a modern classic.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Orphans of the Tide
Book SynopsisAn ancient myth looms over a powerful new friendship in this debut middle grade fantasy packed with Hugo Cabret charm.The City is the only home that Ellie has ever known. She?s always been told that there is nothing to see beyond the shores of her small, salty island.That is, until a mysterious boy washes in with the tide, trapped inside the belly of a whale.The citizens of the City believe he?s ruled by the Enemy?the legendary god who drowned the whole world?come again to cause untold chaos. Only Ellie believes that the boy is innocent.To save him, Ellie must prove that he?s not who they think he is?even if that means revealing her own dangerous secret.Fans of Wildwood and The Mysterious Benedict Society will be enthralled by this inventive and adventurous take on a modern classic.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Orphans of the Tide 2 Shipwreck Island
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Comb of Wishes
Book SynopsisSet against the backdrop of Caribbean folklore, Lisa Stringfellow’s spellbinding middle grade debut tells of a grieving girl and a vengeful mermaid and will enchant readers who loved Kacen Callender’s Hurricane Child or Christian McKay Heidicker’s Scary Stories for Young Foxes.Trade Review“Imbued with a magic that felt as real as the concrete and beloved world in which it is set, this story moves with a plot that is both surefooted and wild, both inexorable and surprising, both cerebral and emotional. I loved it so much.” — Kelly Barnhill, author of the Newbery-winning novel The Girl Who Drank the Moon “Captivating and creative, magical and moving, this enchanting tale about grief and abiding love will hold you spellbound. What a joy and honor to welcome this brilliant new voice, as beautiful as the ocean and as bright as a mermaid’s tears.” — Padma Venkatraman, Walter Award winning author of The Bridge Home "Stringfellow weaves an enchanting tale of loss, longing, and discovery infused with Caribbean folklore. Readers will be captivated by Kela’s story and become invested in her journey as she tries to deal with the grief of losing her mother as well as regret for her past actions." — Kirkus Reviews "Kela’s primary narration allows for a harmonious blend of contemporary island life and Afro-Caribbean lore, while chapters focusing on Ophidia draw on elements of Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” The third-person narration of the interspersed sections echoes a rhythmic traditional call-and-response that links the teller and the listener." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "Stringfellow’s middle-grade debut is a wondrous and original story that incorporates Caribbean culture and folklore. Told in alternating points of views between Kela and Ophidia, the novel leads us through a story about family that spans hundreds of years and will captivate readers until the end." — Booklist "A unique blend of Caribbean folklore and realistic grief with a vindictive mermaid twist. Hand to fans of mermaid tales, general fantasy lovers, and readers seeking a rare gem in the genre." — School Library Journal "The story is imbued with magic, but Stringfellow’s powerful writing makes the fantastical feel like reality. Through narrative perspectives centering both Kela and Ophidia, the author recalls the call-and-response structure prevalent in Black storytelling traditions. Fans of Baptiste’s The Jumbies and Rhodes’s Bayou Magic will enjoy spending time with Kela as she navigates a journey filled with grief, love, loss, and discovery." — Horn Book Magazine "Stringfellow brings a fantastical approach to one character’s processing of grief as, with the support of secondary characters, Kela begins to truly navigate her pain while unearthing the stories and lore that are her heritage." — Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Comb of Wishes
Book SynopsisSet against the backdrop of Caribbean folklore, Lisa Stringfellow’s spellbinding middle grade debut tells of a grieving girl and a vengeful mermaid and will enchant readers who loved Kacen Callender’s Hurricane Child or Christian McKay Heidicker’s Scary Stories for Young Foxes.Trade Review“Imbued with a magic that felt as real as the concrete and beloved world in which it is set, this story moves with a plot that is both surefooted and wild, both inexorable and surprising, both cerebral and emotional. I loved it so much.” — Kelly Barnhill, author of the Newbery-winning novel The Girl Who Drank the Moon “Captivating and creative, magical and moving, this enchanting tale about grief and abiding love will hold you spellbound. What a joy and honor to welcome this brilliant new voice, as beautiful as the ocean and as bright as a mermaid’s tears.” — Padma Venkatraman, Walter Award winning author of The Bridge Home "Stringfellow weaves an enchanting tale of loss, longing, and discovery infused with Caribbean folklore. Readers will be captivated by Kela’s story and become invested in her journey as she tries to deal with the grief of losing her mother as well as regret for her past actions." — Kirkus Reviews "Kela’s primary narration allows for a harmonious blend of contemporary island life and Afro-Caribbean lore, while chapters focusing on Ophidia draw on elements of Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” The third-person narration of the interspersed sections echoes a rhythmic traditional call-and-response that links the teller and the listener." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "Stringfellow’s middle-grade debut is a wondrous and original story that incorporates Caribbean culture and folklore. Told in alternating points of views between Kela and Ophidia, the novel leads us through a story about family that spans hundreds of years and will captivate readers until the end." — Booklist "A unique blend of Caribbean folklore and realistic grief with a vindictive mermaid twist. Hand to fans of mermaid tales, general fantasy lovers, and readers seeking a rare gem in the genre." — School Library Journal "The story is imbued with magic, but Stringfellow’s powerful writing makes the fantastical feel like reality. Through narrative perspectives centering both Kela and Ophidia, the author recalls the call-and-response structure prevalent in Black storytelling traditions. Fans of Baptiste’s The Jumbies and Rhodes’s Bayou Magic will enjoy spending time with Kela as she navigates a journey filled with grief, love, loss, and discovery." — Horn Book Magazine "Stringfellow brings a fantastical approach to one character’s processing of grief as, with the support of secondary characters, Kela begins to truly navigate her pain while unearthing the stories and lore that are her heritage." — Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Get Dirty TV Tiein Edition
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Fans of the first book will appreciate the fast pace and light tone” -- BooklistPraise for GET EVEN: “GET EVEN expertly mixes suspense and snark, proving once again that Gretchen McNeil is a master of the teen thriller.” -- Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan, Founders of Go Fug YourselfPraise for GET EVEN: “Don’t get mad, get reading this wild ride filled with twists and turns, revenge and romance, suspense and Shakespeare. I can’t wait to see what Gretchen McNeil comes up with next.” -- Elizabeth Eulberg, author of Revenge of the Girl with the Great PersonalityPraise for GET EVEN: “Get Even is an edge-of-your-seat, sink-your-teeth-into-it mystery filled with vivd, intriguing characters and set against the ruthless landscape of a modern high school. I’m dying for the next book!” -- Katie Alender, author of the Bad Girls Don't Die seriesPraise for GET EVEN: “A compelling contemporary thriller” -- Kirkus ReviewsPraise for GET EVEN: “The suspense that McNeil (Ten) builds should keep readers curious to discover what happens next.” -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for GET EVEN: “Will engage readers.” -- Romantic TimesPraise for 3:59: “McNeil’s movie-quick setup speed and humorously inventive language...make her a very welcoming author who succeeds at injecting fresh verve into some stalwart sci-fi concepts.” -- BooklistPraise for 3:59: “This book is scientifically action-packed, complete with monsters and drama. Teens who are fans of the ever-popular Dr. Who television series will love this book.” -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)Praise for TEN: “A breathless read.” -- Kirkus ReviewsPraise for TEN: “In the esteemed tradition of teen horror fiction, TEN hits all the high notes: a stormy night, illicit liaisons, cut phone lines, suspicious disappearances, double-crosses, secret histories, and plenty of twists.” -- BooklistPraise for TEN: “Agatha Christie meets Gossip Girl in McNeil’s throwback to old-school thrillers.” -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for TEN: “A quick-paced thriller full of half-facts and red herrings that take readers through the twists and turns of a deadly weekend.” -- School Library JournalPraise for TEN: “Gretchen McNeil’s TEN is my new number one! I jumped at every creaking floorboard in my house and on the page. This is sure to be a teen thriller classic!” -- Nancy Holder, Bram Stoker Award winning author of THE SCREAMING SEASONPraise for TEN: “TEN is a real page turner! Gretchen McNeil knows how to plot a thriller: Her setup is flawless and the suspense kept me on the edge of my seat.” -- Christopher Pike, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the THIRST series and REMEMBER MEPraise for POSSESS: “A fantastic YA debut …. the humor and occasional twists will keep fans of the genre hooked and wanting to finish this book in one sitting.” -- School Library JournalPraise for POSSESS: “McNeil strikes a fine balance between outright scares and sarcastic humor…[a] light, entertaining read.” -- ALA BooklistPraise for POSSESS: “With demons, secrets, and a butt-kicking heroine, POSSESS is a whole lotta dark and twisted fun!” -- Kimberly Derting, author of the Body Finder seriesPraise for POSSESS: “A dark, unique, and intelligent novel with frightening twists around every corner that left me breathless.” -- Courtney Allison Moulton, author of ANGELFIRE
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Get Even TV Tiein Edition
Book SynopsisTrade Review“GET EVEN expertly mixes suspense and snark, proving once again that Gretchen McNeil is a master of the teen thriller.” -- Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan, founders of Go Fug Yourself“Don’t get mad, get reading this wild ride filled with twists and turns, revenge and romance, suspense and Shakespeare. I can’t wait to see what Gretchen McNeil comes up with next.” -- Elizabeth Eulberg, author of Revenge of the Girl with the Great Personality“A revenge story with murder, mayhem, and Gretchen McNeil’s signature snark? Yes please! Gretchen proves once and for all that revenge is a dish best served deadly. Readers will be immediately sucked into the dangerously intriguing world of DGM and by the end they’ll be dying for the sequel.” -- Jessica Brody, bestselling author of The Unremembered Trilogy and The Karma Club“GET EVEN is an edge-of-your-seat, sink-your-teeth-into-it mystery -- filled with vivid, intriguing characters, set against the ruthless landscape of a modern high school. I’m dying for the next book!” -- Katie Alender, author of the Bad Girls Don't Die series“This suspenseful whodunit…is sure to appeal to a broad audience and engage reluctant readers.” -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)“A compelling contemporary thriller” -- Kirkus Reviews“If you’re a Pretty Little Liars fan, it’s safe to say you’ll love Get Even” -- Bustle.com“Will engage readers.” -- Romantic Times“Ever-enjoyable…McNeil has a screenwriter’s instincts.” -- Booklist“The suspense that McNeil (Ten) builds should keep readers curious to discover what happens next.” -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for 3:59: “This book is scientifically action-packed, complete with monsters and drama. Teens who are fans of the ever-popular Dr. Who television series will love this book.”—VOYA -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)Praise for 3:59: “McNeil’s movie-quick setup speed and humorously inventive language...make her a very welcoming author who succeeds at injecting fresh verve into some stalwart sci-fi concepts.” -- BooklistPraise for TEN: “A breathless read.” -- Kirkus ReviewsPraise for TEN: “In the esteemed tradition of teen horror fiction, TEN hits all the high notes: a stormy night, illicit liaisons, cut phone lines, suspicious disappearances, double-crosses, secret histories, and plenty of twists.” -- BooklistPraise for TEN: “Agatha Christie meets Gossip Girl in McNeil’s throwback to old-school thrillers.” -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for TEN: “A quick-paced thriller full of half-facts and red herrings that take readers through the twists and turns of a deadly weekend.” -- School Library JournalPraise for TEN: “Gretchen McNeil’s TEN is my new number one! I jumped at every creaking floorboard in my house and on the page. This is sure to be a teen thriller classic!” -- Nancy Holder, Bram Stoker Award winning author of THE SCREAMING SEASONPraise for TEN: “TEN is a real page turner! Gretchen McNeil knows how to plot a thriller: Her setup is flawless and the suspense kept me on the edge of my seat.” -- Christopher Pike, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the THIRST series and REMEMBER MEPraise for POSSESS: “A fantastic YA debut …. the humor and occasional twists will keep fans of the genre hooked and wanting to finish this book in one sitting.” -- School Library JournalPraise for POSSESS: “McNeil strikes a fine balance between outright scares and sarcastic humor…[a] light, entertaining read.” -- ALA BooklistPraise for POSSESS: “With demons, secrets, and a butt-kicking heroine, POSSESS is a whole lotta dark and twisted fun!” -- Kimberly Derting, author of the Body Finder seriesPraise for POSSESS: “A dark, unique, and intelligent novel with frightening twists around every corner that left me breathless.” -- Courtney Allison Moulton, author of ANGELFIRE
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Louisa June and the Nazis in the Waves
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Wolfs Curse
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Wolfs Curse
Book Synopsis?I am obsessed with this story!??Erin Entrada Kelly, author of the Newbery Honor Book We Dream of Space ?Boldly tells readers to take a closer look at the stories they?re told?not to mention at the wolves that might be lurking in the shadows. A clear-eyed, big-hearted fable of compassion, friendship, and love.??Anne Ursu, author of The Real Boy?A lyrical tale of loss and survival, tradition and belief, in which tension and secrets build like a towering wave.??Diane Magras, author of The Mad Wolf?s Daughter?A fable as polished and timeless as a fine wooden toy.??Catherine Gilbert Murdock, author of the Newbery Honor Book The Book of BoyShunned by his fearful village, a twelve-year-old apprentice embarks on a surprising quest to clear his name, with a mythic?and dangerous?wolf following closely at his heels. Jessica Vitalis?s debut is a gorgeous, voice-driven literary fantasy about family, fate, and long-held traditions. The Wolf?s Curse will engross readers of The Girl Who Drank the Moon and A Wish in the Dark. Gauge?s life has been cursed since the day he cried Wolf and was accused of witchcraft. The Great White Wolf brings only death, Gauge?s superstitious village believes. If Gauge can see the Wolf, then he must be in league with it.So instead of playing with friends in the streets or becoming his grandpapa?s partner in the carpentry shop, Gauge must hide and pretend he doesn?t exist. But then the Wolf comes for his grandpapa. And for the first time, Gauge is left all alone, with a bounty on his head and the Wolf at his heels.A young feather collector named Roux offers Gauge assistance, and he is eager for the help. But soon the two?both recently orphaned?are questioning everything they have ever believed about their village, about the Wolf, and about death itself. Narrated by the sly, crafty Wolf, Jessica Vitalis?s debut novel is a vivid and literary tale about family, friendship, belonging, and grief. The Wolf?s Curse will captivate readers of Laurel Snyder?s Orphan Island and Molly Knox Ostertag?s The Witch Boy.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Mysteries of Trash and Treasure The Ghostly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Abuelas Super Capa
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc La Supercapa de Abuela Abuelas Super Capa Spanish
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Grace of Wild Things
Book SynopsisAn inventive and fantastical reimagining of Anne of Green Gables with magic and witches! that explores found family, loss, and the power of a girl's imagination, from the acclaimed author of The Language of Ghosts and The School Between Winter and Fairyland. Perfect for readers who loved The Girl Who Drank the Moon and Serafina and the Black Cloak.A magical, witchy, and thoroughly successful homage to a classic. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Grace has never been good at anything except magic not that anyone believes her.While other children are adopted from the orphanage, nobody wants Grace. So she decides to make a home for herself by running away and offering herself as an apprentice to the witch in the nearby woods. After all, who better to teach Grace to use her magic? Surely the witch can't be that bad.But the witch is that bad she steals souls for spells and gobbles up hearts. So Grace offers a deal: If she can learn all 1001/2 spells in the witch's grimoire, the witch will make Grace her apprentice. But if Grace fails, the witch can take her magic. The witch agrees, and soon an unexpected bond develops between them.But the spells are much harder than Grace expected, and when a monster from the witch's past threatens the home Grace has built, she may have to sacrifice more than her magic to save it.
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HarperCollins The Grace of Wild Things
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc We Ship It
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HarperCollins Pockets Of Love
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc All the Dead Lie Down
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc They Both Die at the End Collectors Edition
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc They Both Die at the End 2Book Hardcover Box Set
Book SynopsisDiscover They Both Die at the End, the year-long #1 New York Times bestseller,andThe First to Die at the Endfrom critically acclaimed author Adam Silvera in this hardcover box set. Just in time for holiday gifting!They Both Die at the End?Extraordinary and unforgettable.? ?ALA Booklist, starred review?Adam Silvera uses his ample skill to force readers to examine how they live life now and how they want to live it.? ?Teen Vogue?Gorgeous writing and wonderful storytelling will wreck you in the very best possible way.? ?BuzzFeedOn September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They?re going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they?re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There?s an app for that. Through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure?to live a lifetime in a single day.The First to Die at the EndAdam Silvera revisits the world of Death-Cast 7 years before the events of They Both Die at the End in this story about the lasting impact that people have on each other.It?s the night before Death-Cast goes live, and there?s one question on everyone?s mind: Can Death-Cast actually predict when someone will die, or is it just an elaborate hoax? Orion Pagan has waited years for someone to tell him that he?s going to die, but Valentino Prince only just registered for Death-Cast, prompted in part because his twin sister nearly died.When the first round of End Day calls goes out their lives are forever changed?and, through one unforgettable day together, they learn how life is always worth living to the fullest.
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HarperCollins Looking for Smoke
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Shooter
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Penguin USA Sun and Spoon
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Two Weeks with the Queen
Book Synopsis''I need to see the Queen about my sick brother.''Colin Mudford is on a quest. His brother Luke has cancer and the doctors in Australia don''t seem to be able to cure him. Sent to London to stay with relatives, Colin is desperate to do something to help Luke. He wants to find the best the doctor in the world. Where better to start than by going to the top? Colin is determined to ask the Queen for her advice.In Morris Gleitzman''s trademark style, this very moving story illuminates deeply serious issues about illness and loss with bright moments of humour.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK My Brothers Ghost
Book SynopsisFrances Foggarty, now in her fifties, remembers her childhood.. When she was nine her ten-year-old brother, Tom, was hit by a milk-float and killed. He returns after the funeral and Frances''s story is of her new relationship with Tom, the ghost and ''guardian angel''. Frances wears a caliper as a result of polio and she and her young brother live with a rather tyrannical aunt. In this touching tale of loss, hardship and endurance Frances comes to terms with Tom''s death and moves on in her life.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Truth About Forever
Book SynopsisSarah Dessen is one of America's most successful writers of teenage fiction. Her books have won various awards, many of them spending several weeks on The New York Times bestseller list. Sarah lives in the countryside in North Carolina with her husband, some lizards and two very spoilt dogs. This is her second novel for Puffin, following the brilliant Just Listen.Trade ReviewA compelling story and beautifully written. Give this to a teenage girl and don't expect to see her until the last page has turned -- (on Just Listen) * Time Out *A poignant coming-of-age story . . . this is perceptive and powerful storytelling -- (on Just Listen) * Big Issue *Dessen gracefully balances comedy with tragedy, and introduces a complex heroine worth getting to know -- (on The Truth About Forever) * Publishers Weekly *Sarah! I love all of your books, you've inspired me so much * MySpace user *I don't know how to explain how amazing your books are * MySpace user *A poignant coming-of-age story . . . this is perceptive and powerful storytelling -- (on Just Listen) * Big Issue *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Saving Daisy
Book SynopsisDaisy''s mum is gone. Her dad refuses to talk about it. As far as Daisy''s concerned, it''s all her fault. As her life starts to spiral out of control, panic leads to tragedy and Daisy''s left alone.But sometimes the kindness of a stranger can turn things around. A stranger who desperately wants to save Daisy - if she''ll only let herself be saved . . .A powerful and moving story linked to Phil Earle''s critically acclaimed debut book, Being Billy.Praise for Being Billy:''A wonderful book'' - Morris Gleitzman''Phil Earle writes starkly but sensitively in this brilliant page-turning novel. It moved me to tears'' - Jacqueline Wilson''This may be the most authoritative, honest and moving account of children trapped in the care system to date'' - Keith Gray, Scotsman''life-affirming, redemptive, and really just rather good'' - Marcus Sedgwick, Guardian''Moving and powerful, I loved it'' - Sophie McKenzie<Trade ReviewWith Being Billy and Saving Daisy, Phil Earle has put himself straight into the front rank of YA fiction. Few can touch him for intensity, and none for heart -- Anthony McGowan
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Fault in Our Stars
Book SynopsisI fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, then all at once.Despite the tumour-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel''s story is about to be completely rewritten.Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw, The Fault in Our Stars brilliantly explores the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.Praise for The Fault in Our Stars: Sunday Times (Culture) ''A touching, often fiercely funny novel''The Sun on Sunday (Fabulous Magazine) ''So good I think it should be compulsory reading for everyone!''Daily Express ''John Green brilliantly captures the voices of a young generation while instilling it with the wisdom of a life that has lived too much yet will never live enough''The Metro - 2013 Best Fiction ''The love affair of two terminally ill teenagers could be mawkish. In fact, it''s funny, clever, irreverent and life-affirming.''Grazia ''So good!''Good Housekeeping ''As funny as it is heartbreaking... we defy you not to fall in love with its main characters, Hazel and Augustus.''The Tablet ''A humourous and poignant love story... It''s terrifically funny... as well as a moving exploration of loss and grief. And no, it''s so much not just for teenage cancer sufferers... it''s for everyone.''Bliss ''If you need inspiration when it comes to making the most of a moment, this one is for you''Mizz ''Insightful, bold, irreverent and raw, if this doesn''t make you cry, it''ll definitely make you think, laugh and maybe even fall in love yourself!''Trade ReviewElectric . . . Filled with staccato bursts of humor and tragedy -- Jodi PicoultA novel of life and death and the people caught in between, The Fault in Our Stars is John Green at his best. You laugh, you cry, and then you come back for more -- Markus Zusak, author of The Book ThiefDamn near genius . . . Simply devastating . . . Fearless in the face of powerful, uncomplicated, unironized emotion * TIME *Funny . . . Poignant . . . Luminous * Entertainment Weekly *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Fault in Our Stars
Book Synopsis*The film tie-in edition of John Green''s witty yet heart-breaking tour de force. This edition of the multi-million #1 bestseller contains images from the major motion picture starring Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort. I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, then all at once.Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel''s story is about to be completely rewritten.Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw, The Fault in Our Stars is award-winning author John Green''s most ambitious and heartbreaking work yet, brilliantly exploring the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.Sunday Times (Culture) ''A touching, often fiercely funny novel'' The Sun on Sunday (Fabulous Magazine) ''So good I think it should be compulsory reading for everyone!'' Daily Express ''John Green brilliantly captures the voices of a young generation while instilling it with the wisdom of a life that has lived too much yet will never live enough. Rather than depressing, the book is filled with dark humour and is written with a beautiful simplicity that draws the reader in so deeply that it''s not just the twist and turns but the gently bends and curves that you feel tugging at your emotions... No doubt in the end you will cry but you will also feel that you have discovered a little something about living'' Daily Telegraph ''The novel, written for teenagers, but proving even more popular with adults'' The Metro - 2013 Best Fiction The YA crossover hit of the year. The love affair of two terminally ill teenagers could be mawkish. In fact, it''s funny, clever, irreverent and life-affirming. The Guardian ''A Smart Book'' Grazia ''So good!'' Good Housekeeping ''John Green may write for young adults, but his intelligent sensitive style means The Fault in Our Stars defies categorisation... as funny as it is heartbreaking... we defy you not to fall in love with its main characters, Hazel and Augustus.'' The Tablet ''A humourous and poignant love story... It''s terrifically funny... as well as a moving exploration of loss and grief. And no, it''s so much not just for teenage cancer sufferers... it''s for everyone.'' Bliss ''If you need inspiration when it comes to making the most of a moment, this one is for you'' Mizz ''Exploring the funny, thrilling and tragic business of being alive and in love, this is a life-affirming tale of two teenagers who are terminally ill. Insightful, bold, irreverent and raw, if this doesn''t make you cry, it''ll definitely make you think, laugh and maybe even fall in love yourself!''** A thought-provoking love story from the New York Times bestselling author of Looking for Alaska, An Abundance of Katherines, Paper Towns and - with David Levithan - Will Grayson, Will Grayson.** John Green has over 2.3 million Twitter followers, and more than 2.1 million subscribers to Vlogbrothers, the YouTube channel he created with his brother, Hank. ** The Fault in Our Stars will capture a crossover audience in the same vein as Zadie Smith, David Nicholls'' One Day and Before I Die by Jenny Downham. ** ''Electric . . . Filled with staccato bursts of humor and tragedy'' - Jodi Picoult** ''A novel of life and death and the people caught in between, The Fault in Our Stars is John Green at his best. You laugh, you cry, and then you come back for more'' - Markus Zusak, author of The Book ThiefTrade ReviewElectric . . . Filled with staccato bursts of humor and tragedy -- Jodi PicoultA novel of life and death and the people caught in between, The Fault in Our Stars is John Green at his best. You laugh, you cry, and then you come back for more -- Markus Zusak, author of The Book ThiefDamn near genius . . . Simply devastating . . . Fearless in the face of powerful, uncomplicated, unironized emotion * TIME *Funny . . . Poignant . . . Luminous * Entertainment Weekly *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Summerlost
Book SynopsisSummer will never be the same again for Cedar. Desperate to outrun their grief, her family move to their mother''s hometown for the long holiday. Despite the change of scene, Cedar can''t escape her memories, and then strange gifts start to appear in the night as if by magic. When Leo appears, everything changes. Together, Cedar and Leo explore the town of Iron Creek and find a twenty-year-old mystery they might have the key to solving. Along the way, they discover the power of friendship to mend a broken heart.Infused with emotion and rich with understanding, Summerlost is the touching new novel from Ally Condie, the international bestselling author of the Matched series that highlights the strength of family and personal resilience in the face of tragedy.Trade ReviewCondie strikes a deep emotional cord with this coming-of-age story * Publishers Weekly *Honest, lovely, and sad. * Kirkus Reviews *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Juniper Lemons Happiness Index
Book SynopsisIt''s hard to keep close a person everyone keeps telling you is gone.It''s been sixty-five days since the accident that ripped Juniper''s world apart. Life without her kind, beautiful, vibrant big sister Camilla is a colder, darker place.Until she discovers the letter. The letter Camie wrote, but never got to send. It''s mysteriously addressed to ''You'' and dated July 4th - the day of the accident. Desperate to learn the identity of Camie''s secret love, Juniper starts to investigate.But then she loses something herself. A card from her daily ritual, The Happiness Index: little notecards on which she rates the day. The Index has been holding Juniper together since Camie''s death - but without this card, there''s a hole. And this particular card contains Juniper''s own secret: a memory she can''t let anyone else find out.An unforgettable story of love, loss, mistakes and memories.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Once and for All
Book SynopsisAs bubbly as champagne and delectable as wedding cake, Once and for All, is set in the world of wedding planning, where crises are routine.Louna spends her summers helping brides plan their perfect day and handling every kind of crises: missing brides, scene-stealing bridesmaids and controlling grooms. Not surprising then, that she''s deeply cynical about happy-ever-afters, especially since her own first love ended in tragedy.When handsome girl magnet Ambrose enters her life, Louna won''t take him seriously. But Ambrose hates not getting what he wants and Louna is the girl he''s been waiting for.Maybe it''s not too late for a happy ending after all?''When I read a Sarah Dessen novel, I''m sixteen again, in the flush of first love.'' Jodi Picoult
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Penguin Putnam Inc Someone Like You
Book SynopsisFrom the award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Once and for AllThe world is a terrible place not to have a best friend. Scarlett was always the strong one. Halley was always content to follow in her wake. Then Scarlett’s boyfriend died, and Scarlett learned that she was pregnant. Now Halley has to find the strength to take the lead and help Scarlett get through it. Because true friendship is a promise you keep forever. * “Dessen has written a powerful, polished story.”—School Library Journal, starred review Sarah Dessen is the winner of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her contributions to YA literature, as well as the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award. Books by Sarah Dessen:That SummerSomeone Like YouKeeping the MoonDreamlandThis LullabyThe Truth About Forever <
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Penguin Putnam Inc Behind You
Book SynopsisA moving story of love and loss from National Book Award winner , Jacqueline Woodson. Great for fans of Angie Thomas and Nic Stone.You are so light you move with the wind and the snow. . . . And it lifts you up-over a world of sadness and anger and fear. Over a world of first kisses and hands touching and someone you're falling in love with. She's there now. Right there. . . .Miah and Ellie were in love. Even though Miah was black and Ellie was white, they made sense together. Then Miah was killed. This was the ending.And it was the beginning of grief for the many people who loved Miah. Now his mother has stopped trying, his friends are lost and Ellie doesn't know how to move on. And there is Miah, watching all of this--unable to let go.How do we go on after losing someone we love? This is the question the living and the dead are asking.With the help of each other, the living will come together. Miah will sit beside them. They will feel Mia
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Penguin Putnam Inc Mockingbird
Book SynopsisTHE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER and ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT NOVELS OF OUR TIME FOR YOUNG READERSCaitlin has Asperger's. The world according to her is black and white; anything in between is confusing. Before, when things got confusing, Caitlin went to her older brother, Devon, for help. But Devon was killed in a school shooting, and Caitlin's dad is so distraught that he is just not helpful. Caitlin wants everything to go back to the way things were, but she doesn't know how to do that. Then she comes across the word closure--and she realizes this is what she needs. And in her search for it, Caitlin discovers that the world may not be so black and white after all.Powerful.--Publishers WeeklyA strong and complex character study.--The Horn BookAllusions to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, the portrayal of a whole community's healing process, and the sharp insights into Caitlyn's behavior enhance this fine addition to the recent
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Penguin Putnam Inc We Are Okay a novel
Book SynopsisNina LaCour's award-winning, achingly beautiful novel is now available in paperback!–Includes a new foreword by Nicola Yoon, #1 bestselling author of The Sun is Also a Star and Everything, Everything–Winner of the Michael L. Printz Award“Short, poetic and gorgeously written.” –The New York Times Book Review“A beautiful, devastating piece of art. –BookpageYou go through life thinking there’s so much you need. . . . Until you leave with only your phone, your wallet, and a picture of your mother. Marin hasn’t spoken to anyone from her old life since the day she left everything behind. No one knows the truth about those final weeks. Not even her best friend Mabel. But even thousands of miles away from the California coast, at college in New York, Marin still feels the pull of the life and tragedy she’s tried to
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