Gus Busbi by Jim Sono is a heartwarming, hopeful novel about growing up in the inner-cíty ghettos, seen through the eyes of a young black man torn between the friendship and familial love of young gang members and his mother’s desire for him to break...

The Student by Fern Goldstein is a chilling thriller that exposes the dark underbelly of middle school education through the story of Sharon Bonavina, a dedicated teacher facing an increasingly dangerous situation with a troubled student. Set in Abigail Adams Middle School, the narrative builds...

Kianola by Nathan Roth offers a heartfelt exploration of adolescent identity through the lens of virtual reality gaming. The author introduces us to Nole, an introverted eighth-grader who finds solace away from real-world challenges in the immersive digital realm of Enix. Within this virtual world,...

In the city of Naghaar, women are regarded not by their worth but by their appearance and are sold upon passing the required inspection. In The Willow Tree, Komal Akhtar explores this popular ritual which is practiced by many Eastern cultures. Under the oppressive Allotment...

The Music of Unexpected Things by Jamie Deacon is a heartfelt young adult coming-of-age novel that follows two girls, Georgie and Mina, as they navigate their dreams and emotions at Dukes Academy's prestigious summer camp. Georgie, arriving with her guide dog, seeks friendship and a...

Defined by Destiny is the first book in The Destiny Duology series by Hermione Lee. Kathleen Bell is heartbroken after her date, Weston Stevenson, leaves her stranded at Magneta High's fall dance. Soon, Kathleen realizes that it was the most popular girl in school, Marjorie...

A Light on the Horizon is a young adult drama by Philip Delizio. Jenny Scott isn't too happy when she has to leave her home, friends, and the neighborhood where she grew up since childhood because her family is moving to the East Coast. Now...

In A Letter of Hope by Philip Delizio, Kim is a good girl who feels called by God to do more. Not knowing where to start, she gets advice from her father, who refers her to Pastor Michael. The pastor is a compassionate individual. The...

Everything That Was by K.R. Hansen delves deep into the layers of grief, memory, and the longing for connection in the wake of unimaginable loss. Prudence "Pru" Spellmeyer is navigating her senior year in high school after the tragic death of her older brother, Davis....

In Unmoored, Jake Grenier presents a poignant young adult coming-of-age story about Theo Moore, a boy struggling with loneliness, family tension, and the pressure to conform in his small oceanside town. With a strained relationship with his twin brother and mounting expectations from his parents,...