Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
A decadent mix of interplanetary politics, interspecies drama, and epic action sequences. School’s back in session, but Weun Academy isn’t like other schools. Then again, Eisah Tanner isn’t like other sixteen-year-olds. When his crew of Earthers is attacked by a group of Redborns looking for trouble, Eisah does what he has to do to survive. […]
A tightly paced story that grips you with its noose. Angry Hornet Nest begins with a chilling prologue, as Pakuna, a figure from centuries past, flees across snowbound ground while carrying the burden of an ancient curse—a shadow destined to reemerge in the mining town of Dryton, California. In the present day, high school misfits Francis and
A lovable underdog whose antics carry surprising depth. Billy 9F by David Finley spins a darkly hilarious dystopian tale where humor is forbidden and laughter itself becomes a dangerous act of rebellion. In a world dominated by schools that control every facet of life, fifteen-year-old Billy 9F is a menace: a natural class clown whose
A well-paced story that has plenty of twists. Beyond Superhero School: Let the Games Begin! by Gracie Dix propels Team HOPE into their most public—and perilous—challenge yet. The teenage superheroes, bound by friendship and extraordinary abilities, are invited to compete on Unleash Your Wild Side, a live global TV game show packed with mental and
A fresh, funny, and unexpectedly moving fable. The Extraordinary Life of Riz: A Praying Mantis’ Quest for a Happy Ending by Nida Farid, with illustrations by Sama Izhar, spins a witty and tender tale about defying fate and discovering the power of connection. Riz, a quick-witted young mantis with more attitude than patience, believes he
Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven young adult fiction with an inspirational message at its core. Rapid City Summer by Connie Richardson is a heartfelt coming-of-age novel about change, courage, and self-discovery. The story sees fifteen-year-old Natalie Ryba uprooted from her comfortable life in the Illinois suburbs when her mother takes a new job in South
An empowering and encouraging story for young readers to help challenge assumptions. Quest for the Queen’s Pendant by Zoe Tasia is an engaging and heartfelt coming-of-age fantasy through the eyes of Tate Shaw, a spirited teenager yearning for independence on the magically protected island of Aradia. Despite living in a world steeped in enchantment, Tate
A sprawling tale of transformation. The Archipelago of Cynnahu is a scattered realm that was born of history and shaped by war. Once a unified continent, Cynnahu is no longer an unbroken land populated by the peaceable Dragonkin. Human mages made sure of that. Now, an aggressive threat known as the Naga is making dangerous
Utterly immersive and unforgivably addictive Months after enduring a heartbreaking loss, an emotionally taxed and recently widowed father agrees to take his gifted 14-year-old son on a vacation to tour ERE IMMENSUS. Though Brian’s father can scarcely afford the out-of-state trip, visiting the beloved company known for its revolutionary nuclear fusion propulsion system and subsequent
This international teen thriller is a gripping clash of brilliant minds and concealed motives. Chess is a strategic game where wits outmatch strength, and patience is more than a virtue. For teen operative Simone LaFray, strategy and intelligence have always been her greatest assets, enabling her to excel in school, spycraft, and life. But her
Kenny Loui is back for more plushy liberation in Life Lessons from a UFO Catcher: An Autobiographical Manga – Vol. 2. With advice that hints at cosmic plotline destiny, Gerry’s rebrands Gerry’s Game Zone as Games R Us. Dr. Gerry is quick to accept change, but not everyone moves forward with such ease. He offers
A delight to read and a sumptuous gala for the heart. Dad vs. The World (Life Lessons from a UFO Catcher: An Autobiographical Manga) is a witty and intriguing autobiographical manga and the latest offering by award-winning author, Kenny Loui. This graphic novel sheds light on the person who shaped much of Kenny’s formative years,
America in the late 1940s is a nation characterized by significant transformation and unwavering resilience. Nobody feels this more keenly than Laura Schmitt, a sensible young woman working as an au pair for a powerful Russian family. Both an immigrant and an orphan, Laura has become adept at overcoming challenges in her twenty years. Though
Local lore is expanded and rosy glasses are shattered. No longer a naive rural girl who dreams of an action-packed life, Blue Haven is now living a frenetic adventure of her own. Though leaving the protection of New Haven for the first time in her life should be an amazing experience, an earlier attack left
A balanced tale that remains refreshingly optimistic. Seattle wasn’t always home to grunge bands, the Space Needle, and soy lattes. In the 1940s, northwestern Washington was known for gasoline shortages, scrap drives, blackouts, and relocation assembly centers. Amid this turbulent landscape is young Scotty Johannsen, the quintessential teenage American boy finding his place in the
In a world where magic is limited to a select few and foreign languages are tightly controlled, centrally-located Entia is unique among the kingdoms. This tropical land is home to a powerful group of sorcerers who act as the last line of defense against dangers from outside kingdoms, challenges from within Entia, and the threat
“Zeb Barton knew many ways to die and had seen most of them.” No, fourteen-year-old Zeb isn’t a serial killer, nor has he spent time on the battlefield. Rather, this careworn young man is the son of a busy physician in a North Georgia town. Doc Barton is a man dedicated to his career, a
A celebration of creativity and life. Over the course of several months, vivacious Adrienne Wilson succumbed to a cancer invading her body. I’d Rather Be Dead Than Deaf: A Young Woman’s Journey With Liver Cancer is a colorful snapshot in time as revealed through enthusiastic journal entries, artwork, poems, and observations. Just a teenager at
Cuts to the heart in so many ways that are personal and profound. Every sport has its storied rivalries. The Celtics and the Lakers. The Red Sox and the Yankees. The Buckeyes and the Wolverines. High school football has Stonewall and Briggs, a matchup the whole city turns out for. But this year’s most highly
Bursting with imagination and rich in character growth. From water diviner in her small farming village to queen consort, married to the man who once kidnapped her, Solace hasn’t had a moment to take a breath between the life-altering changes she’s experienced. As consuming as these transitions have been, Solace has come to love Rhees,
Sometimes sweet, sometimes heartbreaking, but always engaging and impossible to set aside. The decision to leave Southern California is almost a no-brainer for Emma Mason. An exclusive scholarship to a boarding school meant to hone her painting skills is all the motivation Emma needs to trade the comforts of her sheltered high school, her magnetic
A staggering story whose creativity is unsurpassed. Dagny and her younger sister, Grete, are hardly children anymore. Catastrophe tore their family apart years ago and Dagny only recently recovered that crucial family connection. But things happened to both girls while they were separated and, in a bid to protect her sister, Grete has disappeared again.
A story worth its weight in dragon scales. How does one recognize the instant when the spontaneity of youth is replaced with the weight of adulthood? For 12-year-old Azoria Dash, a single moment changes everything, igniting an inextinguishable flame in her elven heart. A merciless orc attack on her village cuts short any remaining ember
A book that is so authentic and incisive it will feel like going back and reading your own diary. Constance Marie Baltimore knows exactly who she is and precisely what she isn’t. She isn’t a Constance, so Connie will have to suffice. She is smart and determined, ready to start her college career on a
