Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Gender identity
HarperCollins I Believe I Can
Book SynopsisFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of I Am Enough comes an empowering follow-up that celebrates every child’s limitless potential.I Believe I Can is an affirmation for boys and girls of every background to love and believe in themselves. Actress and activist Grace Byers and artist Keturah A. Bobo return with another gorgeously illustrated new classic that’s the perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, or just for reading at home again and again.My presence matters in this world. I know I can do anything, if only I believe I can.
£7.59
Kids Rule Publishing Limited My Underpants Rule
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Scholastic Welcome to St. Hell
Book SynopsisA groundbreaking memoir about being a trans teen.
£11.69
Hot Key Books HONEST Everything They Dont Tell You About Sex
Book SynopsisSex is EVERYWHERE. So why don't we talk about it properly? A bare-all, refreshingly honest guide for teens, written by someone who isn't thirty years older than you. Being a teen is tough enough without having to navigate the minefields of discovering sex, love and bodies.Trade ReviewIn this book Evans covers every aspect you can imagine, from gender issues to online safety, mental health, consent and knowing your body. It is a book for people of all genders and is positive and supportive when dealing with issues that people might face. A good addition to the library. * Margaret Pemberton, The School Librarian *
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Andersen Press Ltd Songs for our Sons
Book SynopsisA star-scattered night, a brand new baby, and all the potential in the world… This is a poetic introduction to what it means to be raised as a boy in the challenging times we live in, and all of the dazzling possibilities that await him. A beautiful and poignant message is at the heart of this book: whatever is expected of you, you can be whoever you want to be. With gold foil detail on the cover, this is a truly stunning gift for children and parents at any key life moment, from birth to graduation.Trade Review"A gentle, hopeful dream for a kinder world." * Kirkus *"Full of a sense of tenderness but also possibilities ... every turn of the page [is] an adventure. Giving this and receiving it, both will be a real joy." -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids, October 2020 Debut of the Month *"a book chock full of positive messages for boys as they grow" -- Dave Rudden * Irish Independent *
£11.69
Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc All Boys Arent Blue A MemoirManifesto
Book SynopsisIn a series of personal essays, prominent journalist and LGBTQIA+ activist George M. Johnson''s All Boys Aren''t Blue explores their childhood, adolescence, and college years in New Jersey and Virginia. A New York Times Bestseller! Good Morning America, NBC Nightly News, Today Show, and MSNBC feature stories From the memories of getting his teeth kicked out by bullies at age five, to flea marketing with his loving grandmother, to his first sexual relationships, this young-adult memoir weaves together the trials and triumphs faced by Black queer boys. Both a primer for teens eager to be allies as well as a reassuring testimony for young queer men of color, All Boys Aren''t Blue covers topics such as gender identity, toxic masculinity, brotherhood, family, structural marginalization, consent, and Black joy. Johnson''s emotionally frank style of writing will appeal directly to young adults. (Johnson used h
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Andersen Press Ltd Dreams for our Daughters
Book SynopsisAn uplifting and inspirational picture book about the unique experiences and opportunities that children raised as girls will encounter in this sometimes troubling, challenging world. On a star-scattered night a brand new baby with so much potential in born… and the world has dazzling possibilities to offer her. A beautiful and poignant message is at the heart of this book: whatever is expected of you, you can be whoever you want to be. The companion book to Songs for our Sons, this is a truly stunning gift for children and parents at any key life moment, from birth to graduation.Trade Review"Readers who revel in sound, dream, and color will enjoy sharing this poetic experience." * Kirkus *"[A] book that all girls will treasure for the rest of their lives" -- Emma Suffield * Little Blog of Library Treasures *"I am totally in love with this book. The text is nothing short of perfect. Encouraging and inspirational, putting into the most beautiful words what most of us dream of for our daughters. . . The artwork is by turns whimsical, adventurous and energetic. . . Each spread is just a joy to look at!" * We(e) Read(s) *"Striking to look at and exhilarating to read aloud, this is very special and a lovely book to give to any little girl" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *
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ProQuest LLC The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes a Hunger Games
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Andersen Press Ltd Songs for our Sons
Book SynopsisAn uplifting, poetic picture book about the unique experiences and opportunities that children raised as boys will encounter in this ever-changing, conformist, highly pressurised world. A star-scattered night, a brand new baby, and all the potential in the world… dazzling possibilities await him. A beautiful and poignant message is at the heart of this book: whatever is expected of you, you can be whoever you want to be. The companion book to Dreams for our Daughters, this is a truly stunning gift for children and parents at any key life moment, from birth to graduation.Trade Review"A gentle, hopeful dream for a kinder world." * Kirkus *"Full of a sense of tenderness but also possibilities ... every turn of the page [is] an adventure. Giving this and receiving it, both will be a real joy." -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids, October 2020 Debut of the Month *"a book chock full of positive messages for boys as they grow" -- Dave Rudden * Irish Independent *
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Random House USA Inc In My Hands Memories of a Holocaust Rescuer
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Palgrave USA Speak
Book SynopsisThe groundbreaking National Book Award Finalist and Michael L. Printz Honor Book with more than 3.5 million copies sold, Speak is a bestselling modern classic about consent, healing, and finding your voice.Speak up for yourself?we want to know what you have to say. From the first moment of her freshman year at Merryweather High, Melinda knows this is a big lie, part of the nonsense of high school. She is friendless, an outcast, because she busted an end-of-summer party by calling the cops. Now nobody will talk to her, let alone listen to her. As time passes, Melinda becomes increasingly isolated and practically stops talking altogether. Only her art class offers any solace, and it is through her work on an art project that she is finally able to face what really happened at that terrible party: she was raped by an upperclassman, a guy who still attends Merryweather and is still a threat to her. Her healing process has just begun when she has another violent encounter with him. But this time Melinda fights back?and refuses to be silent.From Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award laureate Laurie Halse Anderson comes the extraordinary landmark novel that has spoken to millions of readers. Powerful and utterly unforgettable, Speak has been translated into 35 languages, was the basis for the major motion picture starring Kristen Stewart, and is now a stunning graphic novel adapted by Laurie Halse Anderson herself, with artwork from Eisner-Award winner Emily Carroll.Awards and Accolades for Speak:A New York Times BestsellerA National Book Award Finalist for Young People?s LiteratureA Michael L. Printz Honor BookAn Edgar Allan Poe Award FinalistA Los Angeles Times Book Prize FinalistA TIME Magazine Best YA Book of All TimeA Cosmopolitan Magazine Best YA Books Everyone Should Read, Regardless of Age
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Were All Wonders
Book SynopsisI know I can''t change the way I look. But maybe, just maybe, people can change the way they see... For younger readers, the unforgettable story of August Pullman and Wonder reimagined in this gorgeous picture book. With spare, powerful text and richly-imagined illustrations, We''re All Wonders shows readers what it''s like to live in Auggie''s world - a world in which he feels like any other kid, but he''s not always seen that way. We''re All Wonders taps into every child''s longing to belong, and to be seen for who they truly are. It''s the perfect way for families and teachers to talk about empathy, difference and kindness with young children.Trade ReviewEncourages us to treat everyone with a little more tolerance and kindness, however they may look * Sunday Express *Ideal for younger readers . . . Perfect for helping them understand differences * The Sun *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Butterfly Club
Book SynopsisJacqueline Wilson (Author) Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain's bestselling and most beloved children's authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold.As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children's Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children's Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.Jacqueline is also a great reader, and has amassed over 20,000 books, along with her famous collection of silver rings.Find out more about Jacqueline and her books at www.jacquelinewilson.co.ukNick Sharratt (Illustrator) Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park, You Choose and Pants. He has won numerous awardTrade Review • "She should be prescribed for all cases of reading reluctance." --Independent on Sunday • "Has a rare gift for writing lightly and amusingly about emotional issues." --Bookseller
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Usborne Publishing Whats a Girl Gotta Do
Book SynopsisHolly Bourne is a bestselling and critically acclaimed author. Inspired by her work with young people, and her own experiences of everyday sexism, Holly is a passionate mental health advocate and proud feminist.Trade ReviewA powerful and inspirational read, and part of a true gem of a series... I will be pushing this series into the hands of everyone, ever. * Snuggling on the Sofa *A strong series ender, driving home the overriding messages at the heart of this series about feminism, friendship and standing up for what you believe in... A thought-provoking, inspiring read that takes you on an emotional journey and makes you feel proud to be a girl. * Jess Hearts Books *A 'turn of the century series', it has sparked such passion, honesty and strength. At the end of this book I felt strong and I felt proud to be who I am... We have a voice and Holly Bourne's books are reason of that! Spinster Club forever! * Never Judge A Book By Its Cover *Bourne occupies neglected territory in the world of teenage fiction and makes a success of her undertaking. Bourne takes a deliberately risky attitude towards storytelling, as her characters do towards life. * Books for Keeps *Bourne's political and feminist sensibilities occasionally come across as over-egged, but her snack-scoffing, wisecracking teen characters feel real and vividly alive. Belly-bustingly funny, Bourne also demonstrates how constant, tiny pinpricks can bleed girls’ confidence dry. * The Guardian *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Indigo Blue
Book SynopsisCathy Cassidy has worked as an editor on Jackie magazine, a teacher and an agony aunt. She lives in Scotland with her husband, two young children and various animals.www.cathycassidy.comTrade ReviewCathy Cassidy's insight into teenage thinking is pin-point sharp while her light tone makes [her stories]sing. -- Julia Eccleshare * Lovereading4kids.co.uk *Touching, tender and unforgettable. * The Guardian *Indigo Blue is so good that I finished it in two days because once I started reading the first page I couldn't put it down! * JoJo, age 11 *
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Kids Rule Publishing Limited My Device RULES
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Scholastic Inc. The Hidden Witch
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Teasing Isnt Funny
Book SynopsisJesse and the other animals at the bus stop make fun of Kelly's fluffy fur and plain clothes. The constant teasing makes Kelly the cat feel sad. Young readers watch Kelly struggle with the teasing and learn safe ways to make it stop.
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Usborne Publishing Ltd If I Was Your Girl
Book SynopsisAmanda Hardy is the new girl at school. Like everyone else, all she wants is to make friends and fit in. But Amanda is holding back. Even from Grant, the guy she's falling in love with. Amanda has a secret. At her old school, she used to be called Andrew. And secrets always have a way of getting out...Trade Review[Meredith Russo] so vibrantly illustrates Amanda's life with delicate, achingly beautiful words. And keep in mind: this is only Russo's first novel; if there's any justice in the world, we're all witnessing a YA powerhouse in the making. * Kirkus *A wonderful, warm hearted novel about realising who you really are and knowing you deserve to be loved for it. * Inis Reading Guide *A beautifully, authentically told #ownvoices story of a trans girl trying to hide her past in a new school. While the author admits to oversimplifying the trans experience to make Amanda’s story more relatable to cis audiences, this doesn’t stop this being an important and relatable book * LGBT YA Reviews *A coming-of-age with real world gravitas and a love story with heart. Will not only keep readers hooked, it will make the world a better, more empathetic place. * Adi Alsaid, author of Let's Get Lost *A fantastic addition to contemporary YA and also LGBTQIA YA and I’ll be looking out for Meredith Russo’s next book in future. If you love coming-of-age stories that talk about family, friendship and first love, then you shouldn’t miss this one! * QueerYA *
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Jessica Kingsley Publishers Gender Heroes: 25 Amazing Transgender, Non-Binary
Book SynopsisPrepare to meet the gender trailblazers of past and present - who dress and express themselves however they choose!Featuring icons from across art, sports, fashion, music, politics, civil rights and the media, this vibrantly illustrated book introduces children age 5+ to transgender, non-binary and genderqueer role-models who dare to be different - and are conquering the world as they go.Packed with the triumphant tales of 25 gender heroes - including Laverne Cox, Elliott Page, Marsha P. Johnson, Gavin Grimm and Alok Vaid-Menon, as well as a glossary of key terms, this is an inspirational introduction for kids and educators alike - and a timely reminder that not all heroes wear capes.Trade ReviewRepresentation is key to helping the next generation of queer people - and this book is bursting with so many amazing role models that you can't fail to be inspired to be the best version of yourself. Full of colour, warmth, and divine illustrations - this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to be reminded of the importance of community at any age. -- Ben Pechey, author of The Book of Non-Binary JoyGender Heroes is a bright and beautiful book for a generation of young people who will be able to learn about such a rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ individuals. Essential for schools! -- Jamie Windust, author of In Their Shoes: Navigating Non-Binary LifeTable of Contents1. Welcome2. Marsha P Johnson3. Eliott Page4. Charlie Craggs5. Sarah McBride6. Sylvia Rivera7. Chella Man8. Owl and Fox Fisher9. Jazz Jennings10. Mauree Turner11. Freddy McConnell12. Laverne Cox13. Alok Vaid Menon14. Chris Mosier15. Michaela Jaé Rodriguez16. Aaron Rose Philip17. Rebekah Bruesehof18. Charlie Martin19. Tyler Ford20. Munroe Bergdorf21. Pidgeon Pagonis22. Miss Major Griffin Gracy23. Kim Petras24. Travis Alabanza25. Gavin Grimm26. Glossary23.
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Tommy Nelson Youll Always Have a Friend
Book SynopsisImagine a world where you always have a place at the table, where you always have a friend. This reassuring and empowering book from Emily Ley helps kids realize that they can always have a place, and offers them practical tools to give them confidence and help them overcome lonely times.We all know what it''s like to feel left out, overlooked, and unseen. And this problem can be so much harder to face when you''re a child on the playground, a kid sitting alone in the school cafeteria, and the new kid on the team.Reassure your children that they are seen. And they are awesome! Help them know that they are not the only ones--everyone has felt lonely or left out at some time or another--and there are lots of ways to always have a friend. You''ll Always Have a Friend features vibrant illustrations of a diverse cast of characters and will encourage children to have confidence to make friends and to be a friend to others.This pictur
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Penguin Young Readers Ever Since
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Andersen Press Ltd Dreams for our Daughters
Book SynopsisA star-scattered night, a brand new baby, and all the potential in the world… This is a poetic introduction to what it means to be raised as a girl in the challenging times we live in, and all of the dazzling possibilities the world has to offer. The poignant message at the heart of this book is that we can be whoever we want to be. This lavishly foiled, inspiring picture book is the perfect gift for every key moment in a child's life, from birth to graduation.Trade Review"Readers who revel in sound, dream, and color will enjoy sharing this poetic experience." * Kirkus *"[A] book that all girls will treasure for the rest of their lives" -- Emma Suffield * Little Blog of Library Treasures *"I am totally in love with this book. The text is nothing short of perfect. Encouraging and inspirational, putting into the most beautiful words what most of us dream of for our daughters. . . The artwork is by turns whimsical, adventurous and energetic. . . Each spread is just a joy to look at!" * We(e) Read(s) *"Striking to look at and exhilarating to read aloud, this is very special and a lovely book to give to any little girl" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Birthday
Book SynopsisMeet Morgan and Eric: born on the same day, at the same time and bonded for life. In this moving dual narrative, we meet them every birthday from the age of thirteen, as Eric figures out who he is, as Morgan decides to live as her true self, and as they realize they are inextricably part of each other.Trade ReviewAn emotional, winning touchdown. * Kirkus Reviews *Rarely have we seen a story like Meredith Russo’s Birthday * The New York Times *Birthday is a luminous and profoundly moving coming-of-age story of love, family, friendship, destiny, and the struggle to live as one’s truest self. It will break your heart, piece it back together even stronger, and do it again and again until the last page. * Jeff Zentner, author of The Serpent King *I couldn’t put this book down, I fell so in love with Eric and Morgan. Birthday broke my heart and made me tear up, but it was also so triumphant. This book will save lives. * Camryn Garrett, author of Full Disclosure *There is so much hope and light and love here. * Rachael, Waterstones Bookseller *
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Hachette Children's Group Friendships and Bullying Build Resilience
Book SynopsisCute photographs of animals combined with tips on life skills will help kids build up their resilience skills
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HarperCollins Publishers You Need to Chill A sparklingly funny new
Book SynopsisThe sparklingly funny debut picture book from Juno Dawson, bestselling writer and activist.Sometimes people say to me: What happened to your brother, Bill?'That's when I look them in the eye and say: Hun, you need to chill.'When Bill can't be found at school one day, the imaginations of the other children run wild. Is he on holiday? Is he lost in the park? Has he been eaten by a shark?! It's up to Bill's sister to explainA timely, perfectly positive and reassuring read.' Steven LentonGLORIOUS and heartwarming with so much love between the two covers. Just beautiful!' Alex T SmithJuno Dawson' debut picture book is a witty and fun-filled rhyming story about family, identity and allyship. Bold, joyful and warm-hearted, its message of love and inclusivity shines through on every page.Juno Dawson is the internationally bestselling author of Young Adult novels and non-fiction, including Clean and This Book Is Gay, as well as a novelist, screenwriter, journalist, and a columnist for Attitude Trade Review‘A timely, perfectly positive and reassuring read.’ – Steven Lenton ‘GLORIOUS and heartwarming with so much love between the two covers. Just beautiful!’ – Alex T Smith ‘Fun and important story full of love and inclusion’ – Kip Alizadeh ‘Witty, chatty take on gender and acceptance . . . lovely rhyming tale’ – Imogen Carter, Observer ‘Bold, joyful, and warm-hearted, its message of love and inclusivity shines through on every page.’ – Stephen Myler, RTÉ Guide ‘A witty and fun-filled rhyming story about family, identity and allyship. Bold, joyful and warm-hearted its message of love and inclusivity shines through on every page.’ – RTÉ Guide ‘It’s a wonderful story which my girls love. They… see it as a way to stand up to people being dismissive of being LGBTQIA+’ – raisingsmallreaders on Instagram ‘Its rebellious element is its defiance. This is such an important book right now’ – Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) Praise for Juno’s other titles:‘A brave, funny, indignant look at what it means to grow up as LGTBQ.’ ― Metro, on This Book is Gay ‘The book every LGBT person would have killed for as a teenager, told in the voice of a wise best friend.’ ― Patrick Ness, on This Book is Gay ‘A positive, honest and utterly essential read for everyone.’ ― Booktrust, on What’s the T?
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HarperCollins Publishers The Complete PSHE Programme for KS5 Relationships
Book SynopsisDeliver a comprehensive and instructive PSHE course for Key Stage 5 with this flexible and adaptable programme including Health Education and Relationships and Sex Education. Save time and increase confidence and knowledge with ready-made activities, lesson plans and teaching PowerPoints in this photocopiable teacher pack.
£165.00
HarperCollins Publishers The Pronoun Book The brand new illustrated
Book SynopsisA joyous celebration of people and their pronouns!How do you know what someone wants to be called?Just ask!He/Him. She/Her. They/Them. Xe/Xem.These are all pronouns. Join us in embracing diversity and celebrating difference. Because what might seem complicated is really just a case of asking one simple question:What are your pronouns?A straightforward and empowering introduction to understanding people's pronouns perfect for children, and their parents and grandparents too!''This is a great starting point for a topic that is getting a lot of notice.' School Library JournalTrade Review 'This is a great starting point for a topic that is getting a lot of notice.’ – School Library Journal
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ghost of Spirit Bear
Book SynopsisIn award-winning author Ben Mikaelsen’s riveting sequel to the acclaimed word-of-mouth bestseller Touching Spirit Bear, readers will be captivated by what Booklist calls a “hugely satisfying resolution.”Life in the wilderness—exiled from civilization as a punishment for his violent behavior—had its own set of hurdles, but for fifteen-year-old Cole Matthews, it''s returning home and facing high school that feels most daunting.With gangs and physical altercations haunting the hallways of their school, Cole and his former victim Peter—who Cole has now become friends with—must face it all together.So when Peter’s limp and speech impediment make him a natural target for bullies, Cole’s suppressed rage comes bubbling to the surface a lot quicker than he anticipated. Will he throw everything away that he learned on the healing, remote Alaskan island? In this tale of sur
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Ghost of Spirit Bear
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Greenwillow Books Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Challenger Deep Golden Kite Awards
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dear Bully Seventy Authors Tell Their Stories
Book SynopsisDon't miss this excellent catalyst for one-on-one and classroom discussion.Today's top authors for teens and young people come together to share their stories about bullying—as bystanders, as victims, and as the bullies themselves—in this moving and deeply personal collection.Lauren Oliver, R.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dear Bully Seventy Authors Tell Their Stories 70
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dixie and the Big Bully
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dixie and the Big Bully
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Bully Book
Book SynopsisWhat is The Bully Book? Part mystery, part tragedy, part comedy. Originally self-published as an ebook by a member of Team Starkid, The Bully Book is now available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook editions. The paperback includes a Q&A with the author.Eric Haskins, the new sixth-grade bully target, is searching for answers. And unlike many of us who experienced something awful growing up, he finds them. Though they may not be what he expected.When the author was eleven, he was bullied. This book is loosely based on incidents that happened to him in sixth grade.The Bully Book is a Top Ten Indie Next List pick of 2013, and Publishers Weekly called The Bully Book a "gripping debut novel."
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc King of the Bench Comeback Kid
Book SynopsisIt’s basketball season in the fourth book of this highly illustrated middle grade series from the nationally syndicated cartoonist of “In the Bleachers,” starring a kid who plays the same position in every sport: benchwarmer.Steve is King of the Bench. No brag. It’s just a fact. And this season, Steve and his athletically challenged best friends Joey and Carlos—along with super athlete Becky O’Callahan—are joining the Mighty Plumbers basketball team. But instead of playing on the court, Steve is waiting on the sidelines to perform his top-secret ritual that turns the tide of every game in an instant.Why is it a secret? Well, big, drooly duh, everyone knows it’s a strict rule when selling a book not to blurt out the whole juicy plot! Perfect for fans of Timmy Failure and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, King of the Bench is an ode to teammates, underdogs, and benchwarmers everywh
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Faking Normal
Book SynopsisAn edgy, realistic debut novel praised by the New York Times bestselling author of Between Shades of Gray, Ruta Sepetys, as “a beautiful reminder that amid our broken pieces we can truly find ourselves.”Alexi Littrell hasn’t told anyone what happened to her over the summer by her backyard pool.Trade Review"A beautiful reminder that amidst our broken pieces we can truly find ourselves." -- Ruta Sepetys, New York Times Bestselling Author of Between Shades of Gray "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 "Reminiscent of Melinda in Speak, Alexi tries to find her voice. A story that resonates." -- Kirkus "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)
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tease
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HarperCollins Taking Aim
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Positive
Book SynopsisAn astonishing memoir for the untold number of children whose lives have been touched by bullying. Positive is a must-read for teens, their parents, educators, and administrators—a brave, visceral work that will save lives and resonate deeply.Paige Rawl has been HIV positive since birth, but growing up, she never felt like her illness defined her.On an unremarkable day in middle school, she disclosed to a friend her HIV-positive status—and within hours the bullying began. From that moment forward, every day was like walking through a minefield. Paige was never sure when or from where the next text, taunt, or hateful message would come. Then one night, desperate for escape, fifteen-year-old Paige found herself in her bathroom staring at a bottle of sleeping pills.That could have been the end of her story. Instead, it was only the beginning. Paige''s memoir, co-written with bestselling author Ali Benjamin (The Truth About Jellyfish), calls for readers to choose action over complacency, compassion over cruelty—and above all, to be Positive.Includes twenty-five photos from Paige''s personal collection throughout.Paige continues to speak publicly about HIV and bullying, participate in conferences, and contribute to advocacy projects in and beyond her home state of Indiana. Paige has served as an ambassador for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. She hopes that her continued work in this field can help change the way her generation thinks and talks about HIV/AIDS and bullying. To all HIV-positive youth, Paige consistently affirms, “You are living with HIV, but HIV is not who you are.”
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Confidentially Yours 4 The Secret Talent
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of the Cupcake Diaries and the Babysitters Club, this series features best friends Brooke, Vanessa, Heather, and Tim, who are in charge and confidentially yours when writing their middle school newspaper’s advice column.Tim Antonides is feeling pretty good about sixth grade.Trade Review“The banter and quips bouncing around among these classmates and friends energize the story, which reinforces the importance of recognizing one’s limits, learning how to both take and give advice, and knowing how to be a good friend.” -- Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Sitting in St. James
Book Synopsis—Booklist (starred review) * "A marathon masterpiece."—Kirkus (starred review) * "Necessary."—SLJ (starred review) * "Shocking and dramatic."—Shelf Awareness (starred review) * "Mesmerizing, confounding and vividly rendered."—Book Page (starred review) * "Williams-Garcia’s storytelling is magnificent;Trade Review"Equal parts history and tantalizing, chaotic drama, Williams-Garcia's stunning novel delivers a fresh and nuanced approach to the tale of American slavery... Best-selling, award-winning Williams-Garcia's return to YA, particularly with a book as monumental as this, is definite cause for celebration." — Booklist (starred review) "With a cast of characters whose assorted genealogies feel like an ode to the mixing of peoples and cultures in Louisiana, this story broadens and emboldens interrogations of U.S. chattel slavery... A marathon masterpiece that shares a holistic portrait of U.S. history that must not be dismissed or forgotten." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "In this sweeping, richly researched, and powerfully delivered tale of privilege and exploitation—often a difficult read—Williams-Garcia’s storytelling is magnificent; her voice honest and authentic." — Horn Book (starred review) "This is a wonderful character-driven novel as stories of the enslaved and the slaveowners are simultaneously told... This novel is a necessary purchase for conversations about slavery’s legacy in the Black Lives Matter era." — School Library Journal (starred review) "The masterful Rita Williams-Garcia depicts the brutality and inhumanity of slavery in the antebellum South by intertwining the lives of the white Guilbert family and the Black people they enslaved in this shocking and dramatic novel." — Shelf Awareness (starred review) “A Sitting in St. James is a mesmerizing, confounding and vividly rendered portrait of the thoroughly putrid institution of slavery in antebellum Louisiana.” — BookPage (starred review) "Offers an unvarnished look at a slowly toppling power structure obsessed with artifice and tradition, hinting through a notably long-view lens that new generations may, slowly and not without suffering, move away from antiquated ideology." — Publishers Weekly "Williams-Garcia is chessmaster of a deviously intricate game; Madame Sylvie may make the boldest moves, but it’s her hobbled pawn, the near-silent servant Thisbe, who listens, observes, learns, and amasses the knowledge to strike the queen with a coup de grâce." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Allegedly
Book Synopsis4 starred reviews!Orange Is the New Black meets Walter Dean Myer’s Monster in this gritty, twisty, and haunting debut by Tiffany D.Trade Review"With remarkable skill, Jackson offers an unflinching portrayal of the raw social outcomes when youth are entrapped in a vicious cycle of nonparenting and are sent spiraling down the prison-for-profit pipeline. This dark, suspenseful exploration of justice and perception raises important questions teens will want to discuss." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "[H]er novel effectively joins Ava DuVernay's documentary 13th and Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow (2010) to become another indictment of the penal system's decimating power beyond its bars and, more subtly and refreshingly, a pro-reproductive-justice novel. Searing and true." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "[T]he characters are complex, the situation unsettling, and the line between right and wrong hopelessly blurred. It's also intensely relevant, addressing race, age, and mental illness within the criminal justice system. Well conceived and executed, this is an absorbing and exceptional first novel." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Suspenseful without being emotionally manipulative, compelling without resorting to shock value, this is a tightly spun debut that wrestles with many intense ideas and ends with a knife twist that will send readers racing back to the beginning again." -- Booklist (starred review) "Seen through Jackson's dark portrait of the legal system and the failures of parents and social workers, Mary's environments are as grim as the stories that play out in them; readers fascinated by procedural dramas will be thoroughly hooked." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "I have to admit, it's been a while since I've been this rattled by a story. Tiffany D. Jackson chips at the world, then cracks it, then shatters it into shards of discomfort and complexity for the reader to grapple with it. Allegedly, undoubtedly, will linger long after it's over." -- Jason Reynolds, award-winning author of All American Boys and The Boy in the Black Suit "A well-executed, powerful journey into the claustrophobic life of a young girl trying to navigate what little is left after the world has judged her, and what she will do to escape it." -- Mindy McGinnis, Edgar Award-winning author of A Madness So Discreet "A riveting, gut-wrenching thriller and a stunning debut." -- Daniel Jose Older, New York Times bestselling author of Shadowshaper "Tiffany Jackson's timely and chilling debut will haunt you for a long time. An extraordinary new voice." -- Justine Larbalestier, author of Liar and My Sister Rosa
£16.99
HarperCollins The Other Boy
Book SynopsisA book that Jill Soloway, the award-winning creator of Transparent, called “a terrific read for all ages” and Ami Polonsky, author of Gracefully Grayson, called “an emotionally complex and achingly real read.”Twelve-year-old Shane Woods is just a regular boy.Trade Review“This is the story with a triumphant-but-realistic ending. It’s challenging but not tragic, and it ends with bright, beautiful hope.” — Kirkus Reviews “Debut author Hennessey effectively depicts Shane’s life as both ordinary and very particular... A warm, realistic book.” — Publishers Weekly “Hennessey sensitively portrays typical sixth-grade trials (first crushes, embarrassing parents, etc.), compounded by the confusion and prejudice that can accompany transitioning. An honest, encouraging addition to the growing ranks of transgender lit for the middle grades.” — Booklist “Shane’s voice rings true, and the writing is straightforward and accessible...t’s refreshing to read a story with a young trans character already living life as his true gender and never questioning his identity...The book...has wide appeal.” — School Library Journal “Shane’s story presents a range of experiences of how people react to someone transgender. More importantly, his story walks readers through what it feels like to know your body doesn’t align with your gender. Shane is positioned just right to surface problems negotiating friends and romance as an ordinary boy.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Hennessey explores Shane’s life and it’s many complications with sensitivity. Terrific story-telling elevates this above a standard “issues book,” and readers will find it impossible not to empathize with the diverse cast of characters.” — San Francisco Chronicle
£8.50
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Now You See Her
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc How Dare the Sun Rise
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£11.39
