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Corretta Dark Sons

Scott King New York Times Bestselling Author Nikki Grimes
Honor This Coretta Scott King Honor book for young adults tells the dual stories of Sam,
Book a teen whose dad leaves him and his mother for another woman, and Ishmael, the
son of Abraham, who must deal with a different type of rejection when Isaac arrives.
Softcover | 9780310761501 | $8.99
“Both lyrical and powerful, Grimes’ unusual novel is a meditation on
faith and father-son relationships … Grimes’ commanding metaphors,
authoritative style, and complex characterizations are uniquely
compelling.” – Publisher’s Weekly, ★ Starred Review
“The elemental connections and the hope (‘You made it in the end and
so will I’) will speak to a wide audience.” – Booklist, ★ Starred Review

A Girl Named Mister

New York Times Bestselling Author Nikki Grimes
Nikki Grimes presents the story of Mary “Mister” Rudine, a teenage girl whose
life tips sideways after one mistake: falling for Trey. Now forced to hide not only
her shame but a growing secret, Mister tries to find solace in the story of another
unwed teenage mother, one who shares her first name.
Softcover | 9780310761464 | $8.99
“With each carefully chosen word, each well-crafted image, the
familiar teen pregnancy story is made unique by its faith-based
undertones, dual perspectives, and lyrical language.” – Booklist

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FROM CHRISTINA JUNE

No Place Like Here
Christina June
From Christina June, author of It Started with Goodbye, comes No Place
Like Here, a modern twist on Hansel and Gretel. When Ashlyn Zanotti is
off-loaded by her parents for the summer, she must come to terms with her
strained relationship with her father and her own personal demons to find
her way back home.
Softcover | 9780310766926 | $12.99

Everywhere You Want to Be

Softcover | 9780310763338 | $12.99

It Started with Goodbye

Softcover | 9780310758662 | $12.99

The Silence Between Us

Schneider Family Book Award, Best Teen Honor
Alison Gervais
Deaf teen Maya Harris must navigate a new life—and love—in this
#OwnVoices novel from award-winning author Alison Gervais. When
Maya is forced to attend a hearing school, she sets out to prove that
her lack of hearing won’t stop her from chasing her dreams.
Hardcover | 9780310766162 | $18.99
Softcover | 9780310766001 | $10.99

“The Silence Between Us is eminently

un-put-down-able.” – NPR

We Were Beautiful
Heather Hepler
We Were Beautiful, from author Heather Hepler, is the story of Mia, a
teenager whose severely scarred face is a reminder of the car crash
that killed her sister. When Mia is shipped off to New York City for the
summer, she meets a group of friends who understand her grief and
guilt, and who just may be able to help her find a new beginning.
Softcover | 9780310766438 | $12.99

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AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR MCCALL HOYLE

Meet the Sky
McCall Hoyle
Featuring poetry from Alfred, Lord Tennyson, comes Meet the Sky, the
story of Sophie, whose family tragedies have made her crave stability,
control, and safety. But when a hurricane threatens her home on the
Outer Banks, Sophie winds up trapped on the island with Finn Sanders,
the one person who could show her how to love and live life again.
Hardcover | 9780310765707 | $17.99

The Thing with Feathers

McCall Hoyle
From Golden Heart award-winning author McCall Hoyle comes The
Thing with Feathers, the story of sixteen-year-old Emilie Day, an
epileptic teen leaving her safe, homeschooled life for high school
on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. For the first time, Emilie must
navigate classes, cliques, and crushes, all the while keeping her
epilepsy a secret. Poetry from Emily Dickinson is woven throughout.
Hardcover | 9780310758518 | $17.99
Softcover | 9780310758419 | $9.99

Never Said
Carol Lynch Williams
In this contemporary YA novel by bestselling author Carol Lynch
Williams (The Chosen One), fifteen-year-old fraternal twins Annie
and Sarah are sisters, but that is where their interaction ends.
Then Annie begins to withdraw from the family, forcing Sarah
to investigate why—and the abuse she uncovers changes their
relationship forever.
Softcover | 9780310746287 | $8.99

Black, White, Other

Joan Steinau Lester
In this book from Joan Steinau Lester, Nina never thought much
about being biracial until her parents divorced. Now it feels like
everyone is forcing her to choose her identity, and in her hometown
of Los Angeles, racial tensions flare. Conflicted and alone, Nina
turns to the story of her great-great-grandmother who escaped
from slavery, hoping to find some wisdom and direction while also
learning who she truly is.
Softcover | 9780310761518 | $8.99

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 CONTEMPORARY

AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR JONATHAN FRIESEN

Both of Me
Jonathan Friesen
Clara has spurned attachments since a tragedy she blames
herself for. Then she meets Elias, who lives half his life in an
imagined world called Salem, and who knows her secret. Clara
sets out to learn what the Salem Elias knows—and finds herself
falling for Elias’s other half.
Softcover | 9780310731870 | $9.99

Unfolding
Jonathan Friesen
Jonah has loved Stormi since she literally dropped from the sky
during a tornado when they were young. But Jonah is stuck in
the friend zone. On top of everything, he has severe scoliosis and
seizures, whereas Stormi is beautiful and talented. But she also
has the ability to know things before they happen, a dangerous gift
within their small town.
Softcover | 9780310748861 | $9.99

Pretty in Punxsutawney
Laurie Boyle Crompton
From author Laurie Boyle Crompton comes Pretty in Punxsutawney,
the story of 17-year-old Andie who’s stuck repeating her first day
at a new school over and over. Andie’s convinced she needs true
love’s kiss to break the curse but instead discovers how a high
school filled with cliques and misfits can find common ground
despite their differences.
Hardcover | 9780310762164 | $17.99

Freaky in Fresno
Laurie Boyle Crompton
Two estranged cousins—geeky horror movie fanatic Ricki and
makeup guru Lana—accidentally switch bodies for a fateful
summer road trip in Freaky in Fresno by author Laurie Boyle
Crompton.
Hardcover | 9780310767473 | $17.99

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 FANTASY

DOON NOVEL SERIES

Written by Carey Corp and Lorie Langdon “Super fun!” – USA Today

Doon Shades of Doon

Book 1 Book 3
In book one of the Doon series, Veronica and Mackenna travel to Scotland In the third Doon novel by Carey Corp and Lorie Langdon, Veronica
for the summer in hopes of finding peace. But the Scottish countryside is rescued from death by her prince, Jamie, but the spell he cast
holds secrets—including a passageway to a living fairy tale. In Doon, the in saving her has now unleashed a new horror on the land of
girls could have everything they’ve ever longed for … or end up breaking Doon. As Jamie’s behavior becomes more erratic, Veronica and
an enchantment and become trapped in a nightmare. Mackenna must find a way to save Jamie from himself—but their
actions could have dire consequences.
Softcover | 9780310742395 | $12.99
Softcover | 9780310742418 | $12.99

Destined for Doon

Book 2 Forever Doon
In this sequel to Doon, Mackenna realizes she made a mistake in leaving Book 4
Doon behind forever. Worse, she’s received her Calling—proof she and In this conclusion to the Doon series by authors Carey Corp and
Duncan are meant to be—along with torturous visions of the prince she Lorie Langdon, Veronica, Mackenna, Jamie, and Duncan must
left behind. Then Duncan informs Mackenna that Doon needs her—but unite their divided kingdom across time, space, and incredible
even if she can save the enchanted kingdom, her happy ending is far odds to defeat the vengeful witch—who will stop at nothing to
from assured. keep her grasp on the throne.
Hardcover | 9780310742333 | $17.99 Softcover | 9780310742425 | $12.99
Softcover | 9780310742401 | $12.99

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 FANTASY

A Touch of Gold
Annie Sullivan
From author Annie Sullivan comes A Touch of Gold, the story of
the daughter of King Midas. Ten years after she was turned to
gold by her father’s greed, Kora must face her own curse as she
sets out to save her kingdom.
Hardcover | 9780310766353 | $17.99
Softcover | 9780310766230 | $9.99

“The writing in A Touch of Gold is phenomenal.”

– TeenReads.com

Curse of Gold
Annie Sullivan
A Curse of Gold is the sequel to A Touch of Gold, which tells the
story of the daughter King Midas turned to gold.
Hardcover | 9780310768319 | $17.99

Tiger Queen
Annie Sullivan
In this retelling of Frank Stockton’s famous short story “The Lady, or the
Tiger?”, sixteen-year-old Princess Kateri is forced to fight in the arena
against twelve opponents in the mythical city of Achra. But she is more
worried about the gang of thieving Desert Boys who tear through Achra
stealing water, forcing the King to ration what little is left and to put any
captured Desert Boys into the arena for desert justice—where behind
one door lies freedom and behind the other a tiger.
Hardcover | 9780310768777 | $17.99

“Sullivan (A Touch of Gold, 2018) retells Frank R. Stockton’s

short story “The Lady, or the Tiger?,” expanding it into
an exciting adventure that transports readers to a
mythical kingdom filled with creatures and customs
that will capture the interest of fantasy enthusiasts.
Action, adventure, and a bit of romance blend well into a
distinctive and exciting read.”
– Booklist

“I never told anyone outside the family about my ... ability. My curse.”
— from A Touch of Gold

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 FANTASY

Curio
Evangeline Denmark
In this steampunk-flavored YA novel by Evangeline Denmark, Grey
Haward has a secret the Chemists who rule her town can never know.
But when her best friend is taken, Grey risks everything—and finds
herself in a world hidden within a curio cabinet, where porcelain
and clockwork people are real, and her secret has far-reaching
consequences.
Softcover | 9780310729518 | $9.99

Ignite the Sun

Hanna Howard
Sixteen year-old Siria Nightingale has never seen the sun. The light
is dangerous, according to Queen Iyzabel, an evil witch who has
shrouded the kingdom in shadow. But what Siria discovers at the
Choosing Ball sends her on a quest that could bring back the Light
… or doom the kingdom to shadow forever..
Hardcover | 9780310769736 | $18.99

Wardens of Eternity
Courtney Moulton
From Courtney Allison Moulton, author of the acclaimed Angelfire
series, comes Wardens of Eternity, an action-packed YA novel that
blends history, mythology, and magic. In the days leading up to World
War II, Ziva Ellison must rely on her wit and magic to outmaneuver
Nazis and ancient Egyptian gods to prevent global destruction.
Hardcover | 9780310767183 | $18.99

“We have to cling to the good memories.

They’re what give us springtime in winter.”
— from The Memory Thief

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 FANTASY

New York
Times
Twin Daggers Bestselling
Author
MarcyKate Connolly
From New York Times bestselling author MarcyKate Connolly
comes Twin Daggers, a fantasy spin on Romeo and Juliet … if
Juliet had a twin sister and they both were magic-wielding spies
sent undercover on a mission to find and kidnap the heir to the
Technocrat throne.
Hardcover | 9780310768142 | $18.99

Heartless Heirs
MarcyKate Connolly
New York Times bestselling author MarcyKate Connolly continues
her Twin Daggers series with Heartless Heirs. After escaping
Palinor’s dungeon, twins Aissa and Zandria search for answers
behind their unique magical bloodline, as well as ways to unite
their Magi people and the Technocrats—and save the Technocrat
prince Aissa is heart-bonded with.
Hardcover | 9780310768272 | $18.99

YALSA
Teens’
Top Ten for
2020
Memory Thief
Lauren Mansy
Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Victoria Aveyard, The
Memory Thief by debut author Lauren Mansy brings readers on an
unforgettable journey through the city of Craewick—a city where
memories are currency, citizens are divided by ability, and “Gifted”
individuals can take memories from others as they please.
Hardcover | 9780310767657 | $18.99
Softcover | 9780310767565 | $10.99

“A compelling, darkly fantastic tale … a welcome

addition to the YA fantasy canon, The Memory Thief
is a suspenseful page-turner, delightfully chock full of
unexpected twists and turns.” – Shelf Awareness

“A thought-provoking and unique YA fantasy.”

– YA and Kids Book Central

“A riveting great read.” – Midwest Book Review

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 PARANORMAL /
THRILLER

New York
Times
Bestselling
Author

Award-
Winning
Wattpad
author

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THRILLER

Losing Brave Gilt Hollow

Award-Winning Actress Bailee Madison Lorie Langdon
and Stefne Miller In Gilt Hollow by Lorie Langdon, the past looms large when
In Bailee Madison and Stefne Miller’s novel, Losing Brave, convicted murderer Ashton Keller returns after his four-year
seventeen-year-old Payton Brave is desperate to uncover sentence in Juvenile Detention. And with his return, his
what happened to her twin sister, who disappeared one best friend Willow Lamont must again make an important
year ago. As she begins to question everything around her, decision: believe again he is innocent and risk her heart
Payton becomes caught in a mystery that goes deeper than being crushed once more, or leave Ashton behind for good.
she ever imagined.
Softcover | 9780310751779 | $8.99
Hardcover | 9780310760542 | $17.99
Softcover | 9780310760665 | $9.99
First Born
Lorie Ann Grover
The Color of Lies Where does a firstborn girl fit in a world dominated by
New York Times Bestselling Author CJ Lyons men? When Tiadone was born, her parents had two
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author choices: leave their daughter outside the community to die
CJ Lyons comes The Color of Lies, a world drenched in in the wilds, or raise her as male and force her to suppress
color and mystery. High school senior Ella Cleary has all feminine traits. Now, as the first female living as male
synesthesia—a condition that causes her to see a riot of in her village, Tiadone must prove her father didn’t make a
colors with each interaction. That is, until she meets a boy mistake by letting her live.
she can’t read who knows the secret behind her parents’
Hardcover | 9780310739302 | $15.99
death.
Softcover | 9780310739319 | $8.99
Hardcover | 9780310765356 | $17.99
Softcover | 9780310765332 | $10.99
“…an intriguing novel that will likely appeal to
Toward a Secret Sky
mystery-lovers.” – Booklist New York Times Bestselling Author Heather Maclean
“A tight and engaging mystery with well-defined Toward a Secret Sky by New York Times bestselling author
characters make this an excellent choice for Heather Maclean is a fast-paced thriller that mixes reality
libraries serving teens.” with possibility, blending an epic romance with a breathless
– School Library Journal ★ Starred Review
flight through the highlands of Scotland, the secret city
under London, and history itself.
In 27 Days Softcover | 9780310754879 | $10.99
from wattpad sensation @honorintherain
Alison Gervais
Sixteen-year-old Hadley is the only person who can save
Archer Morales, a boy she barely knows—but to do so
she must make a deal with Death and go back 27 days in
time to stop Archer from committing suicide. From award-
winning Wattpad author Alison Gervais comes In 27 Days,
a story of redemption, first love, and the strength it takes to
change the future.
Softcover | 9780310759010 | $9.99

“The world is full of magic. You just have to look and listen.”
— from The Color of Lies

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 PARANORMAL /
THRILLER

Every Stolen Breath

Kimberly Gabriel
Every Stolen Breath follows 16-year-old Lia Finch as she works with
an unexpected network of strangers to discover the truth behind her
father’s murder. Inspired by the real-life, violent “flash mobs” that
struck Chicago in 2011, this YA thriller shows just how hard one girl
will fight back knowing any breath might be her last.
Hardcover | 9780310766667 | $16.99

“Original, engrossing, and full of suspense … an intense

YA thriller/mystery and page-turner.”
—YA and Kids Books Central

Toward a Secret Sky

New York Times Bestselling Author Heather Maclean
Toward a Secret Sky by New York Times bestselling author Heather
Maclean is a fast-paced thriller that mixes reality with possibility,
blending an epic romance with a breathless flight through the
highlands of Scotland, the secret city under London, and history itself.
Softcover | 9780310754879 | $10.99

The Fractured Tide

Leslie Lutz
Lost meets Stranger Things in this eerie, immersive thriller. Told
through a series of journal entries from Kai to her father, Fractured
Tide is both a horror story of survival and redemptive journey towards
forgiveness … if the water or forest don’t swallow her first.
Hardcover | 9780310770107 | $18.99

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 SCI-FI

Devastation Class
Glen Zipper and Elaine Mongeo
Devastation Class by Glen Zipper and Elaine Mongeon follows
an unlikely group of young cadets forced to mutiny aboard the
revolutionary Devastation Class starship U.A.S. California to save
themselves from an annihilation force of invading aliens.
Hardcover | 9780310769002 | $18.99

”...recommended for teen Trekkies looking

for something fast and furious”
- School Library Journal

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 HISTORICAL
FICTION

The Lost Girl of Astor Street

Stephanie Morrill
In this jazz-age mystery 18-year-old Piper Sail searches the dark
underbelly of 1920s Chicago to solve the disappearance of her best
friend.
Softcover | 9780310758402 | $10.99

Within These Lines

Stephanie Morrill
When Evalina Cassano and Taichi Hamasaki are torn apart by the events
following the attack on Pearl Harbor, they must fight to return to one
another before the war steals their future together. From Stephanie
Morrill comes Within These Lines, a historical YA novel perfect for fans
of Monica Hesse, Ruta Sepetys, and Elizabeth Wein.
Hardcover | 9780310765233 | $17.99
Softcover | 9780310765219 | $10.99

“A solid pick for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or

romantic tales of love, loss, and reunion.”
– School Library Journal

Between Before and After

Maureen Doyle McQuerry
Between Before and After, by award-winning author Maureen McQuerry,
explores the nature of family secrets, resiliency, and redemption as seen
through the eyes of two young adults told in dual narratives between
1918 New York City and 1955 San Jose, California.
Hardcover | 9780310767381 | $17.99
Softcover | 9780310767282 | $9.99

“A well-told story about family relationships and the

importance of trust and truth-telling.”
– School Library Journal

Olivia Twist
Lorie Langdon
Olivia Twist is an innovative reimagining of Charles Dickens’ classic tale
Oliver Twist, where Olivia is forced to live as a boy for her own safely
until she is rescued from the streets in order to take her place in society.
Hardcover | 9780310763413 | $18.99

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 ROMANCE

Remember to Forget
Ashley Royer
In Remember to Forget from Watty Award-winning author Ashley
Royer, Levi hasn’t spoken since the tragic death of his girlfriend,
Delia. Out of options, his mother decides to send him to live with
his father in Maine. As if moving from Australia wasn’t daunting
enough, Levi soon encounters Delilah, a girl who eerily reminds him
of someone he lost.
Softcover | 9780310751847 | $8.99

Salty, Bitter, Sweet

Mayra Cuevas
A driven 17-year-old girl whose family life has fallen apart after the
death of her Cuban abuela and the divorce of her parents, turns
to a kitchen apprenticeship in Lyon, France, as the only means to
bring order back to her life.
Hardcover | 9780310769774 | $17.99

One Paris Summer

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author
Denise Grover Swank
In One Paris Summer by New York Times bestselling author Denise
Grover Swank, Sophie Peterson knows that she should be excited
to spend a summer in Paris, but she only feels anger—anger at
her father for divorcing her mother and moving to France. When
a friendship with a boy named Mathieu starts to turn into more,
Sophie will need to decide if she can stay in France, whether she
can forgive her father enough to live with him, and how much she
should trust her heart with her first love.
Softcover | 9780310755166 | $14.99

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