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From acclaimed author Patricia Hruby Powell comes the story of a landmark civil rights case, told in spare and gorgeous verse. In 1955, in Caroline County, Virginia, amidst segregation and prejudice, injustice and cruelty, two teenagers fell in love. Their life together broke the law, but their determination would change it. Richard and Mildred Loving were at the heart of a Supreme Court case that legalized marriage between races, and a story of the devoted couple who faced discrimination, fought it, and won.

Perfect for fans of The Hate U Give, this unforgettable coming-of-age debut novel is a unflinching exploration of race, class, and violence as well as the importance of being true to yourself. Los Angeles, 1992 Ashley Bennett and her friends are living the charmed life. It’s the end of high...

New from the Smart Teens-Smart Choices series: Information and encouragement for teens with stories by teens, for teens, about: The difference between using, dependency, and addiction; what to do if you or a friend can't stop using; withdrawal, relapse, and recovery; and cool ways to stand your ground and say "no" when being enticed to use drugs or alcohol.

For hundreds of years, humans and animals have had special bonds with each other. We've lived side-by-side through thick and thin - these relationships are not just about raising pets and farm animals. In Animal Kind, Emma Lock of YouTube fame shares stories of the incredible ways that animals keep us healthy and happy, physically and mentally. You'll be inspired by the tales of remarkable recovery, from vision-impaired individuals who have gained independence with the help of seeing-eye dogs, to the woman who found new life as an equestrian champion after an arm amputation.

*"[An] excellent exercise in narrative nonfiction." --Booklist (starred review) From New York Times bestselling author Andrew Maraniss comes the remarkable true story of Glenn Burke, a "hidden figure" in the history of sports: the inventor of the high five and the first openly gay MLB player...

Young women are deeply dissatisfied with society's standards (and double standards). They want more for themselves - but sometimes they don't quite know what that more should be. That's where Miss Black New Jersey 2018 and Teen Vogue "It Girl" turned fashion writer Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien comes in.

It's time to romanticise your life! Stop overthinking and start living with this step-by-step guide to becoming that girl. You know her. The one who is confident, assertive and always the leading lady in her life. You already are her; you just need to unlock your potential. This book will show...

On April 29, 1992, following the acquittal of four police officers charged with the beating and arrest of Rodney King and the earlier killing of teenager Latasha Harlins, the city of Los Angeles erupted in violence. Many of these events were centered on the city’s Koreatown, where tensions between the Black and Korean American communities had simmered for years, fueled by economic challenges and redlining and enflamed by sensationalized and racist media.

Powerful, thought-provoking, and heartfelt, this young adult novel is a gripping look at what it takes (and takes and takes) for two Black students to succeed in prestigious academic institutions in America. “Beautifully immerses the reader in the stories of two young Black student activists...

When the Nazis came to power in Europe, the lives of homosexuals came to be ruled by fear as raids, arrests, prison sentences, and expulsions became the daily reality. When the concentration camps were built, homosexuals were imprisoned along with Jews. The pink triangle, sewn onto prison uniforms, became the symbol of their persecution. Branded by the Pink Triangle combines historical research with first-person accounts and individual stories to bring this history to life for listeners.

Seventeen young adult authors across the queer spectrum have come together to create a collection of beautifully written diverse historical fiction for teens. From a retelling of Little Red Riding Hood set in war-torn 1870s Mexico featuring a transgender soldier, to two girls falling in love while mourning the death of Kurt Cobain, forbidden love in a 16th-century Spanish convent, or an asexual girl discovering her identity amid the 1970s roller-disco scene, All Out tells a diverse range of stories across cultures, time periods and identities, shedding light on an area of history often ignored or forgotten.

People aren't always what they seem to be. Sometimes we even surprise ourselves. So discovers seventeen-year-old Russel Middlebrook in The Elephant of Surprise, a stand-alone sequel to Brent Hartinger's landmark 2003 gay young adult novel Geography Club (which has now been adapted as a feature film co-starring Scott Bakula and Nikki Blonsky). In this latest audiobook, Russel and his friends Min and Gunnar are laughing about something they call the Elephant of Surprise - the tendency for life to never turn out as expected.

Calle y Poché son una pareja de jóvenes colombianas que se dedican a realizar videos de moda, desafíos, maquillaje y diversos videos en YouTube. Gracias a su historia personal se inspiran a realizar una novela sobre el primer amor, donde los personajes principales --M y D, basados en la personalidad de cada una-- expresan todos sus temores, angustias y alegrías a través de los fragmentos interpuestos de sus diarios.

Atemberaubendes Romantasy-Debüt ab 14 zur Zeit der Belle Époque – mit einer prickelnden Dreiecks-Liebesgeschichte in der glanzvoll verruchten Opernwelt. Cleodora ist ein Niemand. Nach dem Tod ihres Vaters kann sie sich und ihre sterbenskranke Schwester kaum über Wasser halten. Sie wohnt in der glanzvollen Stadt Lutèce, doch deren Welt der magischen Talente ist für Cleo unerreichbar. Als sie von der berüchtigten Madame Dahlia beim Diebstahl erwischt wird, nimmt ihr Leben eine unglaubliche Wendung: Dahlia macht sie mit Hilfe eines Gesangstalents über Nacht zur gefeierten Sängerin an der Oper.

Brock and Wyatt have returned, and this time, the tables have turned. Brock is tired of seeing his dad Joey sitting at home by himself every night. Now, that the boy's relationship is secure, it's high time they find someone who can make Joey as happy as they are. The solution to their problem might be closer than they think. A friend of Wyatt's mom is in town, and just like Joey, she's unattached.

This audiobook presents an all-star collection of essays about activism and hope, edited by bestselling YA author Maureen Johnson. Now, more than ever, young people are motivated to make a difference in a world they're bound to inherit. They're ready to stand up and be heard - but with much to...

That’s the Stonewall. The Stonewall Inn. Pay attention. History walks through that door. In 1969 being gay in the United States was a criminal offense. It meant living a closeted life or surviving on the fringes of society. People went to jail, lost jobs, and were disowned by their families...

"It won't take you long to read this book, but it will linger in your heart and head for quite a while, and perhaps inspire you to join in the creative, blossoming movement to make this world work." -- Bill McKibben, environmentalist, New York Times bestselling author of The End of Nature...

Wyatt Freely isn't anyone special, just a gay 17-year-old boy living with his hippy bohemian parents. They fly by the seat of their pants, and when a rushed decision leads them to sell their home in the city. Wyatt finds himself in the middle of nowhere. They've purchased a house in the farming town of Chrisney, Indiana, but not everything is as boring as Wyatt thought it would be. When he meets a mysterious farm boy whose property borders his parent's land, he is introduced to desires he never knew possible.

Are you tired of the comparison game and trying to keep up? Are you worried that people will discover the real you and be disappointed? Sadie Robertson, New York Times bestselling author, has an important message for her generation: you don’t have to be held back by fear, anxiety, or...