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Every year on St Stephen’s Day, Wren Silke is chased through the forest in a warped version of a childhood game. Her pursuers are judges - a group of powerful and frightening boys who know nothing of her true identity. If they knew she was an augur - their sworn enemy - the game would be up. This year, the tension between judges and augurs is at breaking point. Wren’s survival, and that of her family, depends on her becoming a spy in the midst of these boys she fears most and using her talent, her magic, to steal from them the only thing that can restore her family’s former power for good. But Wren’s talent comes with a price.

Carolyn Mackler's Printz Honor book - starring the unforgettably funny, body-conscious Virginia Shreves - returns in this 15th anniversary edition featuring text updates and never-before-heard material from the author. Fifteen-year-old Virginia feels like a plus-sized black sheep in her family, especially next to her perfect big brother Byron. Not to mention her best friend has moved, leaving Virginia to navigate an awkward relationship with a boy alone. In order to survive, Virginia decides to follow a "Fat Girl Code of Conduct", which works, until the unthinkable causes her family's facade to crumble.

Jenny Han meets The Bachelorette in this “sparkling, witty, warm-hearted gem” (Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying) of a romantic comedy about a teen Korean American adoptee who unwittingly finds herself at the center of a competition for her heart...

Georgie finds herself caught between having the best summer ever or earning Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour tickets from her Aunt Gwen. When unexpected events change everything, she must learn to stare directly in the mirror and discover the power of courage, independence, and bravery. This heartwarming novel explores young girl's coming of age intertwined with self-discovery, love, and friendship, making it a must-listen for Swifties everywhere.

Cartas a Eliana es una obra del autor Esteban Jácome, fundador de Brave Soul. En estas páginas, el lector se embarca en un viaje emocional donde se honra a quienes transforman nuestras vidas. Basada en hechos reales, la historia nos sumerge en la experiencia inmigrante y en un amor joven e idealista. A través de la correspondencia entre Esteban y Eliana —madre de Sara, la mujer que ama— se revela la conmovedora travesía del autor tras la repentina desaparición de Sara.

Descubre la continuación de Invisible de Eloy Moreno.

Emotiva, conmovedora, diferente... Redes narra, a través de los ojos de una adolescente, una historia que se ha convertido en la realidad de todos nosotros.

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Sepasa unas horas más viendo los viajes maravillosos, los cuerpos perfectos y todos los outfits que se prueban cada día los influencers. Y se siente mal porque ella no puede llevar la vida que ve en las redes, sabe que nunca podrá alcanzar una felicidad así.

This thrilling basketball story from New York Times bestselling author Walter Dean Myers is a strong choice for independent reading and sharing in the classroom. Thought-provoking and packed with court action, Game is a winner! Drew Lawson is all about basketball. Everyone in his life knows that...

Ten-year-old Dylan is sent to stay with his Aunt Meredith on her countryside wedding venue farm while his parents work through a difficult divorce. Expecting a quiet escape, Dylan is unexpectedly swept into a world of dresses, rehearsals, and self-discovery when a family renting the venue needs a flower girl — and Dylan is the only one who fits the dress. With the help of confident, spirited Shelby and kind-hearted Ethan, Dylan transforms into “Zoey” for the wedding weekend.

How to Talk to Anyone in a Digital Age is the practical, relatable guide to help teens and young adults become confident communicators—online and offline. Whether they’re shy, introverted, or simply unsure of how to connect, this book offers scientifically proven strategies to navigate today’s social world with ease.

Channeling their own experiences, sixteen exceptional authors subvert mental health stereotypes in a powerful and uplifting collection of fiction.

"Folk som os... vi er nødt til at være de bedste. Vi starter i minus, når andre starter i nul." Maria elsker at danse. Men da hun opdager, at andre er mere optaget af hendes krop end hendes danseevner, begynder hendes selvtillid at smuldre. Heldigvis bliver hun udvalgt til en eksklusiv danse-camp i sommerferien. Nu har hun chancen for at vise, hvad hun duer til... hvis bare hun vinder. "DANS, DIBS & DRAMA" er andet bind i "DET FEDE LIV" – en serie om at føle, at verden ikke har plads til én, men også om håb, selvkærlighed og om at lære at lytte til sin egen stemme.

Un juego inocente que se desboca hasta dejar de ser un juego. Una broma, una burla, un mote, un rumor, un mensaje anónimo, una amenaza, un golpe, una paliza. Así empieza todo, y no como en las películas. Una historia que sucede todos los días, en todas partes, a un montón de personas distintas. Víctimas que ya no saben si se meten con ellas por ser como son o si son así porque se meten con ellas. Hasta que, un día, una de esas víctimas decide que, si no puede dejar de sentir miedo, será quien lo infunda.

Emotiva, commovedora, diferent... Invisible narra, a través dels ulls d'un nen, una història que podria ser la de qualsevol de nosaltres. Qui no ha volgut ser invisible alguna vegada? Qui no ha volgut deixar-ho de ser alguna vegada?

Follow a group of seven teenage misfits from various backgrounds as they fight the ills of the world, rising to reign supreme in their sovereignty over life’s events, watched over–quietly, faithfully–by three adults who offer words of encouragement. Celebrate with them all as they step into the world with pride for who they are as children of God and the Universe.

Do you like coming of age stories? Stories that have romance, fear, and hope? Say hello to Heroine. Heroine and the other stories in this collection showcase hardships that are prevalant into todays world such as drugs, bullying, and self-doubt. Follow Cody, Lillie, and Hannah in their journeys of self discovery and acceptance.

Zeca tem muito orgulho de ser quem é–um jovem inteligente, cheio de bom humor e bem-resolvido com a própria sexualidade. Ele acabou de entrar na faculdade de Letras e tem um futuro brilhante pela frente. Além disso, vive cercado de grandes amigos e conta com o apoio incondicional da mãe. Mas uma notícia inesperada está tirando seu sono. Seu pai, que se mudou para Santa Catarina com a nova esposa anos atrás, está voltando para o Rio de mala e cuia.

Ethan’s life couldn’t possibly get any worse. His mom’s job isn’t enough to pay the rent, let alone anything that could make life more bearable. And to make it worse, now she’s decided to move them both in with her brother—some boring guy who has nothing better to do than make Ethan’s life miserable. Uncle Garrett seems to be everywhere. Everyone knows him, everyone adores him, and it’s driving Ethan crazy. But when Ethan gets himself into trouble, those irritating things about Uncle Garrett start to make more sense.

A bright and fun fat-positive YA novel about learning how to express yourself when what has always defined you is no longer an option. Perfect for fans of Julie Murphy and Emma Lord. Bridget Bloom’s out-of-this-world voice is the perfect fit for center stage. When Bridget’s admitted to...

Dad, I just want to know how to not become a hashtag. In this gripping read, biracial siblings Reed and Olive hadn’t planned on navigating racial inequality or being roughed up by police on the subway, but as they face the truths and pains of being a person of color, they also lean into...

Millicent Chalmers isn’t here to make friends. She’s here to win, and she’s on track to set a record if—no, when—she wins the state debate tournament for the fourth year in a row. Millie doesn’t care what anyone thinks of her, least of all the sexist bullies bent on destroying her reputation. Taggart Strong couldn’t care less about winning debate, much to the consternation of his teammates, school, and parents. But when a tournament takes a scary turn, Millie and Tag find themselves unexpectedly working together. Maybe they can teach each other a thing or two.