Maverick Carter’s life is a balancing act. At seventeen, he’s juggling school, slinging drugs for the King Lords, and caring for his newborn son. When tragedy strikes close to home, Mav faces tough choices that could change everything. As he navigates fatherhood, loyalty, and the weight of his community’s expectations, Mav discovers inner strength he never knew he had. This raw, powerful story of growth and resilience will leave you rooting for Mav long after the last page.
Sixteen-year-old Bri dreams of becoming a rapper, following in her father’s footsteps. But with her mom struggling to make ends meet and her family on the brink of homelessness, Bri’s rhymes become more than just music—they’re her ticket to survival. As she navigates the cutthroat world of hip-hop, Bri faces tough choices that could make or break her future. Thomas’s raw, authentic voice shines through in this powerful story of ambition, identity, and the price of chasing your dreams.
Juliette thought she’d finally found peace, but the fight for her future has only just begun. With old enemies lurking and new threats emerging, she must confront her past to secure her destiny. As she grapples with her evolving powers and deepening relationships, Juliette realizes that the key to victory lies within herself. This heart-pounding finale to the Shatter Me series will leave readers breathless, as Juliette’s journey comes to a stunning, unforgettable conclusion.
Juliette’s world is crumbling around her, but she’s never felt stronger. With the power to destroy with a single touch, she’s determined to take down the Reestablishment. As she navigates complex relationships and her own evolving abilities, Juliette must confront her deepest fears and make impossible choices. This heart-pounding finale to Mafi’s dystopian series blends romance, action, and self-discovery in a way that left me breathless. I couldn’t put it down, rooting for Juliette until the very last page.
Juliette thought she’d found peace, but her world is shattered when unexpected visitors arrive. As she grapples with her powers and past, she realizes the truth she believed may be a lie. Torn between duty and desire, Juliette must confront her deepest fears and make impossible choices. With heart-pounding action and simmering romance, this gripping continuation of the Shatter Me series will leave readers breathless, questioning everything they thought they knew.
Lia’s world shattered when her best friend Cassie died. Now, haunted by Cassie’s ghost and battling her own demons, Lia struggles with anorexia and self-harm. Anderson’s raw, poetic prose captures the aching emptiness and desperate hunger of a girl caught between life and death. As Lia spirals deeper into her illness, readers are drawn into her fractured mind, feeling every painful step of her journey. A haunting, unflinching look at the devastating effects of eating disorders.
In this raw and unflinching memoir, Laurie Halse Anderson bares her soul, recounting her journey from a traumatized teen to an empowered advocate. With lyrical prose and searing honesty, she explores the impact of sexual assault, the power of speaking out, and the healing found in writing. Anderson’s voice resonates with authenticity, offering hope and solidarity to survivors while challenging society’s silence. A testament to resilience, “Speak” is a vital read that will leave you both shaken and inspired.
Sixteen-year-old Aza Holmes grapples with anxiety and obsessive thoughts while navigating the murky waters of friendship, love, and self-discovery. When a local billionaire disappears, Aza and her best friend Daisy embark on a quest to solve the mystery, leading Aza to reconnect with her childhood crush. Green’s poignant exploration of mental illness is both heart-wrenching and hopeful, offering a raw glimpse into the mind of a teenager struggling to find her place in a world that often feels overwhelming.
Two teens named Will Grayson collide in an unexpected encounter that changes both their lives. One, depressed and struggling with his sexuality, finds solace in online chats. The other, more outgoing, grapples with friendship and loyalty. Their paths intertwine through Tiny Cooper, a larger-than-life gay football player staging a musical. With humor and heart, this collaborative novel explores identity, love, and the messy beauty of human connections.
Colin Singleton, a child prodigy with a knack for anagrams, has dated nineteen girls named Katherine. After being dumped by Katherine XIX, he embarks on a road trip with his best friend Hassan to prove his Theorem of Underlying Katherine Predictability. Along the way, they encounter quirky characters in a small town, where Colin’s mathematical obsession collides with real-life experiences. Green’s witty prose and endearing characters make this a charming exploration of love, friendship, and the unpredictable nature of growing up.