Selena Flowers and the Phantom Tides by Ella English is the second installment in the Merblood Saga, following the adventures of Selena and her friends as they explore the mysteries of Madderly Bay and its supernatural undercurrents. In this novel, the story deepens with a...

The Ghost Ring by Tom Hoffman delivers a blend of supernatural elements, mystery, and adventure set in a haunted college dormitory. The novel follows the protagonist, Simon Moody, a college freshman whose mundane life takes a thrilling turn when he learns that his dorm room...

Susan Reimer’s The Gatekeeper’s Daughter tells a story of tradition, duty, and discovery through the life of Maira, a young girl destined to follow in her father’s footsteps as the gatekeeper of their village. Her role is essential to the safety and order of their...

Shell Shocked by Kathleen Welton will appeal to young adult fans of mysteries, adventure, and coming-of-age stories. Alex looks forward to a new challenge on her sixteenth birthday. She starts her internship at the Myrtle Turtle Rescue Center. Alex loves these beautiful sea creatures and...

Somewhat Before: A Bookland Prequel by Kate Lexie is a charming novella that smoothly fuses comedy and thriller elements with emotional depth. This story is set during the pandemic. Charlotte is an energetic girl with a huge imagination that sparkles in her confined world. Overprotected...

Noah Baker is a 13-year-old with a special cochlear implant that gives him the ability to read minds. Teaming up with his best friend, Lena—a feisty girl with an artificial leg—they take on secret missions for the government. In Helen Dunlap Newton’s Careful What You...

Metaville by Charlotte Brough is a gripping drama that delves into the chaotic and often treacherous world of young actors navigating the pressures of fame, personal secrets, and an unresolved mystery surrounding their missing co-star, Bobby Palmer. Set during the production of the second season...

Beyond the Cemetery Gate: The Secret Keeper’s Daughter by Valerie Biel presents a compelling mix of mystery, suspense, and emotion that will engage young adult readers. Sixteen-year-old Chloe’s unwavering determination to uncover the truth about her father’s death drives this riveting narrative. Set in a...

Mystery at Stone Cove: The Tin Can Trilogy Book 2 by Deborah Erdmann is a captivating young adult mystery that transports readers to the rugged coastline of Maine for an intriguing adventure. The story follows three teenage sleuths, Dominic, Forest, and Sailor, who embark on...

Richard J. Kendrick brings us clockpunk young adult fantasy in Squawk of the Were-Chicken. Deidre has many 'oops' moments wherein her “thinky” bits have time to catch up. To Deidre, it seems this is all a part of becoming a grown-up. Between her tinkering, going...