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Charming as a Verb
From the award-winning author of The Field Guide to the North American Teenager comes a whip-smart and layered romantic comedy. Perfect for fans of Nicola Yoon and Jenny Han.
Henri "Halti" Haltiwanger can charm just about anyone. He is a star debater and popular student at the prestigious FATE academy, the dutiful first-generation Haitian son, and the trusted dog walker for his wealthy New York City neighbors. But his easy smiles mask a burning ambition to attend his dream college, Columbia University.
There is only one person who seems immune to Henri's charms: his "intense" classmate and neighbor Corinne Troy. When she uncovers Henri's less-than-honest dog-walking scheme, she blackmails him into helping her change her image at school. Henri agrees, seeing a potential upside for himself.
Soon what started as a mutual hustle turns into something more surprising than either of them ever bargained for. . . .
This is a sharply funny and insightful novel about the countless hustles we have to keep from doing the hardest thing: being ourselves.
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Wee Free Men: A Novel of Discworld
ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults * ALA Notable Children's Book * Horn Book Fanfare Book * Kirkus Reviews Editor's Choice * SLJ Best Book of the Year * Locus Award winner
The first Discworld adventure starring young witch Tiffany Aching is a breathtaking tale of heroism and a sidesplitting introduction to the uproariously funny six-inch-high Wee Free Men, from fantasy legend and bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett.
"Exuberant and irresistible." --The Washington Post
A nightmarish danger threatens from the other side of reality....
Armed with only a frying pan and her common sense, young witch-to-be Tiffany Aching must defend her home against the monsters of Fairyland. Luckily, she has some very unusual help: the local Nac Mac Feegle--aka the Wee Free Men--a clan of fierce, sheep-stealing, sword-wielding, six-inch-high blue men.
Together they must face headless horsemen, ferocious grimhounds, terrifying dreams come true, and ultimately the sinister Queen of the Elves herself....
The Discworld novels can be read in any order, but The Wee Free Men is the first book in the fabulous and funny Tiffany Aching series, which is comprised of:
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The Wee Free MenA Hat Full of SkyWintersmithI Shall Wear MidnightThe Shepherd's Crown
Tiffany's mentors, Granny Weatherwax and Nanny Ogg, star in the novels Equal Rites, Wyrd Sisters, Witches Abroad, Lords and Ladies, Maskerade, and Carpe Jugulum.
And don't miss Terry Pratchett's hilarious and wise Discworld novel The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents, winner of the Carnegie Medal!
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Tell Me Softly
*Now an original movie from Amazon Prime*
From New York Times bestselling author and Wattpad sensation Mercedes Ron comes the English translation of the first in the Tell Me series, where Kamila Hamilton is caught between the two Di Bianco brothers after they burst back into her life.
The Di Bianco brothers. Her best friends. Her greatest downfall.
Kamila Hamilton had everything under control...or so she thought. She hadn't planned for the Di Bianco brothers to return and turn her world upside down.
Thiago got her first kiss.
Taylor always protected her.
Taylor always protected her. Their return makes Kami's seemingly perfect life shake. She is no longer the innocent young girl they once knew. Since they left, she's built walls and worn a mask to keep herself safe. The secrets they carry threaten to bring down those fragile walls and expose what happened so many years ago. Only they can reach the true Kami behind all those barriers.
Will Kami be able to resist Thiago's presence? Will Kami be able to resist Thiago's presence? What happens when Taylor starts to look at her differently? What happens when Taylor starts to look at her differently? Will everything explode into a thousand pieces again? Will everything explode into a thousand pieces again?
Filled with angst, danger, and electric attraction, Tell Me Softly is perfect for readers looking for:
- Contemporary teen romance books
- Unputdownable & bingeworthy novels
- TikTok books
- Colleen Hoover fans
- Forbidden romance
"Mercedes Ron does the forbidden love trope in such a fresh and incredibly emotional way. This series is an addicting gem and reminds us of the power of second chances and redemption. I loved it!" - NYT Bestselling Author, Anna Todd, for the Culpables series
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Tsumiki Ogami's Not-So-Ordinary Life, Vol. 3
A cute werewolf girl helps a timid human boy gain the confidence he's always dreamed of having! Yutaka Shinso is constantly worried about what other people think of him. Hoping to turn over a new leaf, he changes high schools, but there's something strange afoot: vampires, ogres, and all manner of supernatural beings walk the halls! Yutaka is particularly drawn to Tsumiki Ogami, a confident and popular werewolf. Will Tsumiki be the one to help Yutaka overcome his insecurities? As the busy semester winds down and summer break approaches, Yutaka begins to worry that the friends he's made at school will forget he even exists over vacation. He wrestles with his anxiety until Tsumiki offers a simple solution--just ask to hang out! But Yutaka can't seem to find the right moment, and before he knows it, he's almost out of time. Can he get past his fear and ask his friends to meet up? -
Red Threads: A Graphic Novel
In this manga-inspired YA graphic novel, Tokyo schoolgirl Hana Suzuki's life is changed forever when she is chosen to attend Japan's premier magical academy A magical story of friendship and new beginnings, Red Threads: A Witch's Tale is perfect for fans of Magic Fish, Beetle and the Hollowbones, and Spirited Away. Fifteen-year-old Hana is bored by her humdrum existence in Tokyo--there must be more to life than cram school and chores. After she rescues a crow caught in a net by her house, a mysterious visitor arrives at her door, offering her the chance to enroll in the most prestigious magic academy in Japan: The Benten School of Esoterics. Hana jumps at the chance for adventure and life at Benten is everything she ever dreamed of--magic, mystical creatures, and making a new best friend in fellow new student Yoomi. But before long, Hana's dream becomes a nightmare. Something is haunting the halls, and a series of horrifying attacks leave everyone wondering: is Benten cursed? Will the legendary school have to close its doors for good? If Hana and Yoomi want to save their new home, they'll have to unravel the mystery or die trying! -
On Starlit Shores: A Graphic Novel
In this YA urban fantasy graphic novel, Alex must return to the town where she was born to unravel the magical mysteries her late grandmother left behind Alex Wilson hasn't been back to Indigo Harbor, the seaside village where she grew up, in years. In fact, she can barely remember anything about it. But when her grandmother dies unexpectedly, Alex will have to return to her childhood home to say goodbye. Accompanied by her best friend, Grim, Alex travels back to her hometown and begins cleaning out her grandmother's house, but the longer they stay, the stranger things get. Indigo Harbor isn't your average town--there are falling stars, witches running tea shops, and a name that comes up again and again: Elizabeth. Who was this woman, and how did she know Alex's grandmother? As she explores the town and sorts through her grandmother's belongings, Alex reconnects with her past and tries with increasing desperation to uncover the greatest secret of all, the identity of the mysterious Elizabeth. Tackling grief, acceptance, and how to honor a loved one's life, Bex Glendining has crafted a beautiful and moving graphic novel perfect for readers who loved The Dark Matter of Mona Starr, Girl From the Sea, and the Magic Fish. -
Last Hawk (High Readability)
Pilot. Patriot. Spy?
Nazi Germany is a dangerous place for a girl with a stutter, but when Ingrid Hartman soars through the skies in her beloved glider planes, she feels safe and free.
It's like a dream come true when her hero, daring test pilot Hanna Reitsch, invites Ingrid on a propaganda tour. But through her work with Hanna, Ingrid learns some dangerous truths about the Nazi regime and a shocking secret mission that could change the course of the war.
When everything is at stake, Ingrid must decide where her loyalties lie.
Union Square & Co.'s EVERYONE CAN BE A READER books are expertly written, thoughtfully designed with dyslexia-friendly fonts and paper tones, and carefully formatted to meet readers where they are with engaging stories that encourage reading success across a wide range of age and interest levels. -
Most Valuable Player
The cocky star QB and the team's sarcastic water boy. What could go wrong? A sports romance with humor and heart from the author of They Hate Each Other Cameron Morelli is hot sh*t. Worse, he knows it. With a godlike physique and a position as his varsity football team's star quarterback, there's nobody he can't charm. So one might imagine his mortification when he's rejected by Mason Gray, the team's snarky water boy. To make matters worse, this disgrace is followed by Cam's coach benching him until he can get his grades up. Luckily, a reliable tutor steps forward to help Cam reclaim his dignity--the boy who just humiliated him. For Mason, tutoring an airheaded jock is nothing but a distraction from a past he can't escape. What he doesn't expect is to find something worthwhile in their conversations--something softening in the ice between them. Nor does Cam expect that Mason's calm smile hides a harrowing story. As they slowly nudge through each other's steel gates, the dangerous realities beyond high school threaten their deepening bond. But really, it's about football. -
White Eagles (High Readability)
Sister. Savior. Deserter? Summer 1939. With Europe on the brink of war, eighteen-year-old Kristina Tomiak has been called up to join the White Eagles, Poland's valiant air force. When the Nazis reach the town where she is based, Kristina makes a daring escape, but she doesn't realize that she's carrying a stowaway in her plane. Will Kristina be able to navigate the most challenging flight of her life and reach safety amid the turmoil of war? Union Square & Co.'s EVERYONE CAN BE A READER books are expertly written, thoughtfully designed with dyslexia-friendly fonts and paper tones, and carefully formatted to meet readers where they are with engaging stories that encourage reading success across a wide range of age and interest levels. -
Pushing Hope: An Illustrated Memoir of Survival
★ School Library Journal, starred review "This is what justice looks like. We are told we live in an age of few if any heroes, but Raymond Santana is a real genuine hero. His story is one of unbelievable courage in the face of rampant injustice and impressive resilience as he maintains his dignity and in the face of obstacles that would destroy many of us. Bravo!" --Ken Burns, filmmaker One of the Central Park Five reflects on his wrongful conviction--and tireless fight for his 2002 exoneration--in this moving young adult illustrated memoir. Raymond Santana's story is an example to teens of the power of hope and resilience--and the importance of fighting injustice to stand up for what's right. When Raymond Santana was just 14, he was accused of a crime he didn't commit. The 1989 rape of a jogger in Central Park was pinned on Santana and four other young teens, a tragedy that would change their lives forever. In this powerful illustrated memoir, Raymond Santana takes readers on a journey from his move to Harlem, to his arrest and trial, and from his time in prison to his ongoing fight for justice. Exonerated in 2002, Santana has made it his mission to fight wrongful convictions and injustice. What has sustained him and given him the strength for that fight, is his creativity--art and fashion have always been a refuge and a source of hope. Teaming up with celebrated artist Keith Henry Brown, Raymond Santana shows in vivid color how one can survive by pushing a message of hope. -
Heart Check
A star hockey player and his biggest critic must reexamine their assumptions about each other when forced to work together at an after-school job in this feel-good young adult rom-com debut about breaking the ice. Luke Dawson and Harper Braedon could have been friends. They trade shifts at the same diner, share classes at school, and are driven by their greatest passions: hockey for Dawson and jewelry-making for Harper. But some things aren't meant to be. Dawson thinks Harper is stuck-up, too good for anything resembling school spirit. Harper thinks Dawson is a self-centered jock, a perfect fit for a hockey team that seems to absorb all the budget away from the arts departments. When his beloved hockey coach gets fired for misallocation of funds, Dawson is terrified that all his plans for impressing scouts are vanishing before his eyes. A rumor goes around that Harper was the one who got him fired, and suddenly she's public enemy number one. But even with their mutual dislike at an all-time high, Harper and Dawson can't escape splitting shifts forever. Can forced proximity help them find some common ground, or will long-held grudges finally succeed in bringing them both down? -
Match Made in Hell
Perfect for fans of Hannah Grace and The Dagger and the Flame, this scorching debut romantasy follows a young woman who makes a deal with the Devil to escape the underworld only to fall for him instead. Willow White is dead. She's annoyed about it. She was supposed to be graduating and turning into a responsible adult, not proving her family right when they called her a failure. Now, thanks to one tiny (if fatal) mishap, she's landed in a dimension named Asphodel that looks suspiciously like Hell. Determined to redeem herself, Willow makes a deal with Asphodel's ruler, the mysterious and unfairly attractive King Sath: complete seven tasks, resist the seven sins, and he'll let her return to her human existence. But when Sath is temptation itself, sin may be hard to resist... Battling demons is one thing. Battling her growing feelings for Sath is another. After discovering a demon plot to unleash the worst of their kind, putting everyone in Asphodel at risk of an eternity of torment, Willow is torn: she can complete the tasks, return to the life she was on the brink of rebuilding, and abandon the dead--and Sath--to their grim fate, or she can stay and help him stop the uprising...even if that leaves her trapped in Asphodel forever. -
Running Back to You
A usually-honest ninth grader fibs about having been kissed then rushes to lock lips with someone before her lie is uncovered in this charming and relatable middle grade rom-com. Millie hates liars. Ever since her mom lied to their family about the six-month affair she was having, Millie has pledged to always tell the truth, no matter what. But when her classmate Logan asks her--in the middle of study hall with everyone listening--whether she's kissed anyone, she panics. She panics and lies, saying she has. Afterward, Millie spirals. She hasn't only broken her most important rule, she's done it badly. Millie's sure everyone knows she was fibbing. The only way out is to make reality catch up to her lies by changing her kiss status and getting a boyfriend...as quickly as possible. But Millie's mission keeps getting foiled by Logan, who suddenly seems to be there at every turn. Millie starts to wonder why Logan cares so much in the first place. Could it be that when he asked about her first kiss, it wasn't to embarrass her at all? -
Astral Panic
A colourful, punchy, YA, coming of age graphic novel about roommates tackling anxiety, work life balance (or lack thereof), digital overwhelm and the stresses of every day life. Gale's trying to master his anxiety, and he's hoping the latest wonder-cure "Simply Pear" can help. Not turning up to his art classes and feeling like everyone is a lot cooler and more in control than he is, he chugs his Simply Pear products and takes advice from its demanding app. Oh, it's definitely not working... His plan is thrown into chaos by the bubbly Aiden, who needs a buddy to help him get a job. Can this colorful and heartfelt romp through shoddy part-time jobs help Gale out of his anxious bubble? There's only one way to find out. -
Neurodivergence Skills Workbook for Teens: Dbt Tools to Help You Deal with Sensory Sensitivity, Manage Emotional Overwhelm, and Thrive
The skills you need to be your best and thrive in an overwhelming world--written by a neurodivergent therapist for neurodivergent teens!
As a neurodivergent teen, you may feel stressed, isolated, and overstimulated by intense environments. You may struggle to make friends, or feel like you are always an outsider or in your "own world." And sometimes, you may even ask yourself, "What's wrong with me?" The truth is there is nothing wrong with you. Your brain is just wired differently than others--although there are plenty of teens out there just like you, too! So, how can you understand your unique brain, make the most of your strengths, and feel empowered to reach your goals?
The Neurodivergence Workbook for Teens offers evidence-based skills drawn from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to help you manage emotional overwhelm, deal with sensory sensitivities, and improve your relationships with others. You'll also find tons of fun and engaging skills to help you handle challenging social situations, communicate effectively, explore your special interests and passions, set boundaries, and advocate for your needs.
Discover tips and tools to help you:
- Understand your neurodivergence
- Handle difficult emotions
- Cultivate self-compassion and confidence
- Talk to others about neurodivergence
The world needs all kinds of brains--whether you're ADHD, autistic, gifted, or your own unique combination. With this skills-based guide, you'll learn to harness your own superpowers, and find practical tools for facing all of life's challenges. Why not get started today?
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Jamás Me Enamoraré (Cómic) / I Shall Never Fall in Love (Comic Book)
Inspirada en los libros de Jane Austen y en la historia de la comunidad queer, ésta es una novela que cambia las reglas del "... y fueron felices para siempre".
En una época en la que se cree que la identidad de género se reduce a dos opciones, la joven George teme que la reputación de su familia se arruine si el mundo se entera que prefiere usar ropa de hombre. Por si fuera poco, acaba de heredar una finca que está al borde de la quiebra y sus sentimientos por su mejor amiga, Eleanor, se han vuelto cada vez más complicados.
Eleanor siempre quiere hacer todo de la forma correcta, incluso cuando se enamora. Hasta ahora no ha conocido a ningún chico que le interese, así que, por lo pronto, pasa el día con su querida prima Charlotte y con la persona más importante para ella: George. Pero todo cambia cuando la búsqueda de un pretendiente finalmente despierta su curiosidad y con ello pone en riesgo su relación con George, hasta llevarla a cuestionarse sobre lo "correcto" y enfrentarse a sentimientos que desconocía.
ENGLISH DESCRIPTION
Inspired by the books of Jane Austen and the history of the queer community, this is a novel that changes the rules of "... and they lived happily ever after."
In a time when gender identity is believed to be limited to two options, the young George fears that her family's reputation will be ruined if the world finds out that she prefers to wear men's clothing. As if that weren't enough, she has just inherited an estate that is on the verge of bankruptcy, and her feelings for her best friend, Eleanor, have become increasingly complicated.
Eleanor always wants to do everything the right way, even when it comes to falling in love. So far, she hasn't met any guy that interests her, so for now, she spends her days with her beloved cousin Charlotte and the most important person to her: George. But everything changes when the search for a suitor finally sparks her curiosity, putting her relationship with George at risk and leading her to question what is "right" and face feelings she never knew she had.
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