Between Shadows and Lies by Angela Grey is a young adult narrative set against the backdrop of a tumultuous family dynamic. Inspired by actual events, the novel sheds light on the precarious lives of four siblings who must navigate the dangers posed by their alcoholic...

Jenifer Majerus brings us an absorbing fantasy in Blessed. At the age of ten Gwendolyn Wood was blessed by the forbidden goddess of Chaos, Variel. Abandoned by her family, she had no one to turn to. At fourteen she burned down the Temple of Solreth...

Bandy by Craig Hipkins is about Isaac Barker, an orphaned boy who enjoys a relationship with a talking pigeon named Bandy. Isaac and his younger brother were taken in by his great-uncle Raymond when the rest of their family was killed in a tragic fire....

Before Now Was Now is a work of fiction in the science fiction, interpersonal drama, and social issues genres intended for the young adult audience. It contains strong language throughout as well as depictions of drug and alcohol use and abuse. Penned by author Angela...

In Gwen Banta's Beyond the Hole in the Fence, authorities in New York sought to remove Rainy and place her in foster care after it was discovered that she and Gramps were not related. After fleeing their home, Rainy and Gramps sought safety in a...

Breksta's Academy by Natasha Quay is a captivating tale that begins with Breksta Vilkas' serene childhood abruptly disrupted by the ominous arrival of soldiers. Fleeing her home with her mother, Breksta is thrust into the harsh reality of the Academy, a place governed by cruelty...

"Efficiency is key for productivity, and productivity is key for safety." This is the mind-numbing mantra of Leadership, which tries to control the masses by curtailing their rights and freedom. In the Leadership Lands, the government controls everything you do, all in the name of...

Broken Pencils by J.R. Rice is the story of a Black high school teenager diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The story starts with him preparing to go to his prom in San Francisco. Many elements resulted in the catastrophe of this night. His prom is on...

Born Torn: Kiara Noir Mother Nature Series by Suz Eglington begins the story of Kiara as she uncovers secrets that change her life forever. Kiara knew no one from her extended family. Growing up on a Colorado reservation with her mother, she wasn't fond of...

Boys Like Me by R.L. Clements opens with Roy, a 12-year-old boy learning about life and its many challenges, of which hate seems to be at the forefront. He also discovers true love and friendship for the first time in Gary, a boy his age...