$17.99
ISBN: 9781250229557
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Published: Feiwel & Friends - April 21st, 2020
I loved this haunting historical mystery set in 1800s Joseon Korea, and can't wait to see more from debut author June Hur. I love a teen girl protagonist who won't stop asking questions and follows her own moral compass even when it means breaking the rules. Your heart will be in your mouth as you accompany Seol on her search for the truth!
Sacha, Writer in Residence for Young Readers
$15.16
ISBN: 9781643790466
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Published: Tu Books - June 30th, 2020
A missing diamond! Mystery across two continents (and several languages)! A tour around all of the neatest attractions of Paris, with plenty of shenanigans and sleuthing along the way. This story has tons of fun, plenty of fascinating tidbits, and my new favorite girl detective. Julieta immediately feels like a classic children's lit star!
Caleb
$18.99
ISBN: 9781534440241
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Published: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers - July 28th, 2020
The perfect late summer romantic comedy.
Rebecca
$17.99
ISBN: 9781250299703
Availability: Available at Wholesaler
Published: Tor Teen - October 1st, 2019
You know what would make most westerns better? Ghosts, magic, and smashing the patriarchy. Aster and her sisters are on a journey to find freedom, and they're going to take their revenge on every man that has ever taken advantage on them or the other "Good Luck Girls" sold to Welcome Houses. As thrilling as any old Western with bandits and gunslingers and chases on horseback, but with a much more modern look at gender, sexuality, and class. I couldn't put it down.
Shana
$17.99
ISBN: 9781338503265
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Published: Scholastic Press - June 2nd, 2020
I haven't read much YA the past few years- it takes something special for me to pick up a YA novel. But the audio of You Should See Me in a Crown gave me the equivalent of driveway moments on my runs (okay, I just kept running so I could listen more). With dynamic, multifaceted characters, a distinctive voice, and a swoon-worthy prom love story, this novel has it all. Better yet? The strong friendships, family relationships, and romances are both quirkily real and heartwarming.
Marika
$18.99
ISBN: 9780062820259
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Published: Balzer + Bray - May 5th, 2020
Felix Ever After is a joy. Read it and dream of spending these hot summer days in Brooklyn with its lovable cast of young queer artists. This is a heartfelt exploration of love and identity, with enough drama to keep you compulsively reading. What can I say? This book just made me happy!
Kate
$9.99
ISBN: 9780451480347
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Published: Razorbill - April 28th, 2020
Hannah is a witch—a real Elemental witch who can control the four elements—but even though she lives in Salem, MA, she has to keep her magic a closely guarded secret. But her life is upended when it seems that a blood witch has come to town and is threatening her coven—and she'll have to team up with her ex-girlfriend to investigate it. As the threats to the coven grow, the story becomes a fast-paced mystery with a side of romance. This was the perfect blend of sweet romance (and queerness), complex friendships, and thrilling mystery. And the second one's out now, so you can keep reading as soon as you're done—I promise you'll want to.
April
$18.99
ISBN: 9781368053297
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Published: Disney-Hyperion - July 7th, 2020
Author, Brandy Colbert, does such a wonderful job at getting at the importance of voting, the barriers that get in the way, and navigating difficult racial conversations that needs to be addressed at any age. Marva Sheridan was the best friend I needed in high school because the importance of voting was lost on me as a teenager!
Sinny
$9.99
ISBN: 9780786851973
Availability: Available at Wholesaler
Published: Disney-Hyperion - May 1st, 2007
In this relatable YA novel Ned Vizzini manages to take a heavy topic like mental illness and deliver it in an entertaining and comical way. This story follows a fifteen year-old boy, Craig, who is hospitalized for his depression. On his journey to recovery he meets a variety of interesting characters along the way. They are so well developed that it felt as though they might jump right out of the pages. This book gave me the best company in the days where I felt the most alone- it gave me a good share of laughs too. The intriguing setting as well as the electric character dynamics earned this book a forever place in my top 10.
Hannah
$17.99
ISBN: 9781536207361
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Published: Candlewick - April 14th, 2020
Ernestine has never been camping before, and she’s sure it will be lots of fun… right? Jennifer Mann provides this charming and whimsical introduction to first-time experiences of the great outdoors.
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