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Gay the Pray Away
by Natalie Naudus&“Achingly heartfelt and resoundingly beautiful. I need more books from Natalie Naudus ASAP!&”—Julie Abe, author of The Charmed List and Our Cursed LoveIn this gripping queer YA romance perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Becky Albertalli, an Asian American teen longs to break free of the conservative cult she was raised in.Valerie Danners is in a cult. She just doesn&’t know it yet. But when she stumbles upon a queer romance novel at the library, everything about her life—centered around a conservative Christian homeschool cult—is thrown into question. Worst of all, there&’s a new girl in town. Riley is rebellious, kindhearted, and impossibly cool. As the two bond over being multiracial teens in their very white and very religious community, Valerie finds herself falling in love.Soon Valerie and Riley are exchanging notes in secret and stealing kisses behind the church. But even as their romance blooms, Valerie knows that they&’re trapped. If Valerie wants a chance at writing her own story, she must choose between staying with a family she fears will never accept her or running away with the girl she loves.
Soul Growing: Wisdom for 13 Year Old Boys from Men Around The World
by Quanita RobersonIn Soul Growing - Wisdom for thirteen year old boys from men around the world, Quanita serves as host, bringing together men from around the world to help support boys 13 years old and older.
Hope for the Tarnished
by Ann ChiappettaYoung Abbie struggles to cope with the traumatic experiences in her life. Ripped from everything familiar after her parents' divorce, she is dropped into an unknown neighborhood and is emotionally abandoned by her mentally unstable mother. Abbie is caught up in the cruel nature of one sister's addictions and is often rescued by her other sister's love and sense of familial responsibility. The story reveals family secrets and the shift of cultural norms as it leaves the 1970s and enters the 1980s. Surrounded by uncertainty, Abbie struggles with being able to open herself to the other, more stable adults in her life as she seeks guidance through difficult circumstances. School and competitive sports offer escape, new physical confidence, and friendship. As Abbie matures, her ability to take chances and trust others is challenged. Some chances play out to her advantage, and some do not. The path to self—reliance is often lonely or disorienting for her. She discovers whom to trust and whom she can't depend upon for support. It's a long, hard fight for Abbie to break free of what she dubs the "three—ring circus" of her tumultuous emotions, but greater maturity and love with the man she has always wanted liberate her at last.
Nero and the Social Agreement
by John VlachosIn the whimsical land of Nutville, a young boy named Nero embarks on a journey that defies the conventional boundaries of logic and reason. Nero and the Social Agreement follows the adventures of Nero, his friend Nora, and her dog Noodles, as they navigate a world where the quest for the fabled Nutless Forest leads to an unexpected revelation. The trio&’s exploration challenges the very essence of their community&’s identity, sparking a profound transformation among the Nutvillers.
Space: A Primer for Curious Minds
by Ted MerrittAsteroids ExplainedAs man begins to explore our solar space, some asteroids, which are like small moons made up of rocks and dust, are easier and cheaper to explore than the planets, including Earth.Asteroids are usually rich in minerals and many of them have water and carbon which are associated with the creation of life. Simply put, exploring them is a good first step as we expand efforts to visit celestial bodies. Scientists also plan to revisit earth&’s moon, nearby Mars and possibly Saturn&’s moon Titan. While we don&’t expect to find actual life in the asteroid exploration, we do look forward to better understand how the solar system developed and, of course, how earth was created,Asteroids are usually irregularly shaped by many collisions with each other. So, we are able to get a relatively easy look at their interior characteristics.It would be interesting to look deep inside earth but at this point it is impossible.Do you suppose the Earth&’s interior is somewhat like an exposed asteroid interior?
Kralavia – Book 1: The Reckoning
by Thomas RowanThe nine kingdoms of Kralavia have enjoyed peace for several decades since The Great War. However, as unease and trouble stir across the realms, young Prince Aldrich, still living in his father&’s shadow, seeks to make his own name and prove his ability to lead independently.But powerful secrets, hidden even from Aldrich, have been working in the shadows. Is this the beginning of a bright new age? Is it the end of Kralavia as we know it? Or is it just – The Reckoning?
The Funny Family Safari Adventure
by Nelson Joseph RaglioneHave you ever wondered how animals think and what goes through their minds? Just like humans learn from parents, teachers, and friends, many animal species pick up behaviors and knowledge from their packs and surroundings. Both humans and fellow species experience strong emotions.This fun educational book for children and parents alike shares insights into how some animals perceive humans, based on a real-life safari adventure the author took years ago. While the human characters have been fictionalized, the animals featured existed and acted just as described. Their thoughts and behaviors conveyed are grounded in factual animal intelligence pulled from open-source media.Join this illuminating expedition to find out what animals really think of people! The revealing perspectives will entertain readers young and old as we rediscover the wonders of the natural world.
Jackson's Harmonica
by Paula GiuffridaWhen a group of teenagers gather for a casual get-together, an unexpected encounter leads to an extraordinary opportunity. Jackson, a charismatic member of the group, proposes an idea that initially meets resistance from some of his friends. However, they eventually decide to give it a chance.As they embark on this new adventure, a delightful young girl captures their hearts and amazes them with her incredible musical talent. Despite the challenges and difficulties they face during rehearsals, the group remains determined to bring their program to life, especially with the addition of their newfound prodigy.With perseverance and a touch of magic from the little girl&’s harmonica, the teenagers work together to create something truly special, hoping that their efforts will lead to a successful and unforgettable performance.
Liar’s Kingdom
by Christine CalellaEll has spent years slaving away for her cruel stepfamily. So when Prince Bayard—who seems to have difficulty recognizing faces—shows up at her door with a glass slipper, Ell allows him to believe she danced with him at the ball. There’s just one problem: Ell didn’t attend the ball and she’s never met the prince before in her life. But if it’s a choice between moving to the royal palace or staying home, Ell is willing to say anything to escape. However, Ell finds that being royalty comes with its own problems. Bayard’s sister, the princess, has gone missing. The king is preparing for war against the fae. And Maxim, Bayard’s treacherous (and handsome) best friend, appears to know Ell is lying. If Ell wants to keep this life she’s stolen, she’s going to have to roll up her sleeves and rescue herself.
At the End of the River Styx
by Michelle KulwickiBefore he can be reborn, Zan has spent 499 years bound in a 500-year curse to process souls for the monstrous Ferryman—and if he fails he dies. In Portland, Bastian is grieving. He survived a car accident that took his mother and impulse-purchased a crumbling bookstore with the life insurance money. But in sleep, death’s mark keeps dragging Bastian into Zan’s office. It shouldn’t be a problem to log his soul and forget he ever existed. But when Zan follows Bastian through his memories of grief and hope, Zan realizes that he is not ready for Bastian to die.The boys borrow time hiding in the memories of the dead while the Ferryman hunts them, and Zan must decide if he’s willing to give up his chance at life to save Bastian—and Bastian must decide if he’s willing to keep living if it means losing Zan.
Camila Núñez's Year of Disasters
by null Miriam Zoila PérezCuban-American Camila Nuñez has always been afraid of the future. Maybe it's because her mami seems to make worrying about her a full-time job or because she’s uncomfortable in her own skin. But whatever the cause, she can’t seem to shake her anxiety and panic attacks. So when Camila's best friend gives her a tarot card reading for her birthday, she believes it when the cards portend terrible things to come. As the year unfolds, the cards seem to be spot on—is her papi having an affair? Will her best friend’s love life tank their friendship? Is her new, nonbinary love interest going to break her heart like the girl in Miami did?Whether she likes it or not, Camila is forced to reckon with all the ways her fear about the future is ruining her life, and what it will really take to get back on track.
The Devourer
by Alison AmesAdrasteia Dantes always knew she’d be a pirate captain. She just didn’t know she’d be seventeen years old when it happened.Adra takes the helm of the Worldeater after her half-brother Cameron attacks their father and steals a priceless treasure map. Now, the young captain has only one desire: revenge. She will restore her father’s honor by killing her brother, reclaiming the map he stole, and finding the legendary treasure at the grave of the first pirate king. But when Adra discovers her brother’s ship destroyed and his crew dead, spare a sole survivor, she learns there’s something lurking in the sea that’s killing pirates, taking entire ships down with ease. Adra takes the girl prisoner in hopes of tracking down Cameron, but no one will survive to see the treasure if they don’t find and stop the Devourer first.If Adra wants to save her ship, she’ll have to strike a deal to help the Devourer reclaim something that was taken from her long ago. But it seems that their individual quests for vengeance might be leading them to the same end . . . .
Such Lovely Skin
by Tatiana Schlote-BonneViv isn’t known for telling the truth, but she’s not lying about having an evil doppelganger.After spending the summer wracked with guilt about causing the accident that killed her little sister, ambitious gamer and chronic liar Viv returns to Twitch streaming. She never told her parents the truth about the accident, but she hopes that maybe making it big in streaming and giving the money to them is penance enough for her mistakes. The weekend before school starts, Viv finds the perfect horror game to make her Twitch comeback, and during an offline practice run, an NPC asks Viv for a secret. She decides to tell them the truth about her sister’s death since a game could never share her secret—in doing so, she accidentally welcomes a demonic mimic into her life. No one believes Viv when she tells them about her evil doppelganger. Viv has lied to get her best friend’s sympathy and has spread rumors for attention, so why should anyone trust her now? The only person who believes her is Ash, a cute social outcast whom Viv once bullied. In trying to clear her name and kill the mimic, Viv discovers that her lies have hurt people who never deserved it, herself included.
A Vile Season
by David FerraroBridgerton meets The Bachelor in this queer regency romance of a vampire competing for the heart of a duke.After being run out of his castle by vampire hunters, Count Lucian encounters the god of vampires, Vrykolakas, while in hiding. Unhappy with how many vampires have been bested by hunters, Vrykolakas gives Lucian a test: Infiltrate the future duke’s marriage games as a suitor and uncover the clandestine vampire hunters Vrykolakas suspects lurk in their midst. The god strips Lucian of his immortality so he can walk amongst mortals—making him human for the first time in centuries. If Lucian succeeds, Vrykolakas will make him the most powerful vampire in existence, but if he fails, the god of vampires will torture him for the rest of his life.Unfortunately, Lucian isn’t prepared for the emotions that come with humanity, nor the treacheries of courting season with fellow nobles posing as friends, enemies, and wholly unsuitable romantic distractions. To win the life he wants, Lucian will have to decide if being a vampire is worth giving up the friendship and love he’s found.
To Make You Smile
by Brenda L. DemmansIn the pages of To Make You Smile, you&’ll discover a delightful collection of 12 humorous short stories and one captivating longer tale that will bring joy and laughter to readers of all ages.&‘Shy Brenda&’ is a heartwarming autobiographical account of the author&’s childhood in Fergus, Ontario, Canada, during the 1950s and 60s. It follows the journey of a shy little girl as she overcomes her timidity and blossoms into a confident young woman.&‘Arnie&’ is a charming short story about an adventurous armadillo who mines for diamonds in the lush forests of Brazil, South America. This tale is sure to delight and entertain.&‘Perkins the Praying Mantis&’ is a humorous short story that explores the tender love between Perkins, a mantis preacher, and Mertle Mantis, one of his devoted parishioners.&‘Fustus, The Fly&’ offers a whimsical glimpse into the life of a fly, providing a day&’s worth of amusing antics and escapades.&‘Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Snails&’ takes a humorous approach to exploring the fascinating world of snails, revealing their quirky habits and endearing qualities.In addition to these, you&’ll find several more lighthearted stories that showcase the author&’s unique sense of humor, guaranteed to tickle your funny bone and bring a smile to your face.While this collection is perfect for children and young teens, parents will also find themselves chuckling along with their kids as they follow the hilarious adventures and mishaps of the characters in these short stories.
The Shoe Thief
by Prajesh Nandini DashThe narrator, Tiger, a superbly intelligent canine, lives with Justin and his family. He was born with an unusual intellect. He has the gift for understanding human language, remembering past events, matching colors and shapes, and showing gratitude and love with amazing clarity. In the early part of his life Tiger is naughty, disobedient like any puppy would do. He regularly stole neighbor&’s expensive shoes, killed a pet rabbit, broke into neighbor&’s house and stayed out in the night when the neighborhood lake flipped. He does a turnaround after being given away by the owners and starts living in a farm – and eventually did something astonishing to become a town&’s hero. This book is based on a true story.
Around the World with AA, BB, and CC
by Allan TurnerEmbark on an extraordinary adventure with AA, BB, and CC, three curious aliens from a distant planet, sent to explore the wonders of Earth. As shapeshifting beings of pure energy, they traverse all seven continents, visiting captivating places and encountering fascinating creatures along the way.CC, a mischievous free spirit, leads the trio into a series of thrilling and educational misadventures. From narrowly escaping a leopard seal in Antarctica to riding a geyser in Yellowstone, conversing with polar bears, and becoming heroes in Amsterdam, their journey is filled with excitement and surprises. CC&’s antics even lead to reports of a woolly mammoth roaming the countryside and someone being ejected from a volcanic eruption!Throughout their escapades, young readers will discover various branches of science, including geography, climate, zoology, archaeology, paleontology, and volcanology. The aliens&’ ability to change form allows them to interact with the colorful and quirky animals they meet, leading to delightful and informative conversations.
Mother Nature & Her Human Friends
by John KixMillerMother Nature and Her Human Friends is a narrative poem. The characters include Will, a twenty-year-old, who works for Miller, the landscaper of the Bonvern Valley Park. Will discovers a cave of vines and a hidden pool, and, tired of his studio apartment, spends the night in the cave with his dog Hilda. He has a dream vision of Mother Nature, who speaks to him and creates a new direction for his life. A day later, Will meets Linda in the cave, and together they gather a new group called Mother Nature's Friends. They build a network to save the forest and the wetland in their valley, and risk their lives to protect the living beauty around them. &“I&’ve worked all my life trying to re-envision who we are and what nature is and can be. The idea that nature has no soul is a travesty, a monstrous loss of our identity. But now I see a different goal, a new role for us to play.&”– Lisa Nieves, Parks Commissioner for Bonvern Valley
The Academy
by Patrick Bet-DavidWhen high school dropout Ashur Yonan receives an unexpected invitation to join a shadowy organization known as the Academy, he is plunged into an ancient conspiracy that threatens the entire world.Ashur Yonan is going nowhere fast: an eighteen-year-old college dropout living with a mom who doesn&’t understand him, mourning the death of his father five years earlier and working a dead-end food service job. The only good thing he has going for him is his girlfriend Kiki, but she&’s leaving soon for college on the East Coast. It&’s getting harder for Ashur to believe he still has the potential to make something great out of his life. But after meeting with a mysterious stranger at his father&’s gravesite, strange things begin to happen. A representative from a shadowy organization known as the Academy comes to Ashur with an offer to join their latest recruiting class. Wary, but out of options, Ashur accepts—and enters a world of incredible new technology, cutthroat competition, and secrets that slowly begin to reveal themselves as he navigates his place at the Academy. As Ashur pushes to learn more about the Academy, he also begins to uncover secrets about his own past, including a family history that traces back to the fall of the Shah during the Iranian Revolution, and a host of strange circumstances surrounding his father&’s death. Will he be able to learn the truth in time to save himself…and the world?
The Child Catcher: A Fight for Justice and Truth
by Andrew BridgeThe Child Catcher is the true story of the fight to rescue the children confined to a violent and secretive institution in the rural South.Andrew Bridge&’s bestselling memoir, Hope&’s Boy, told the story of his survival after he was taken from his mother, who struggled with schizophrenia, and was left to foster care. Bridge was first confined at one of our country&’s most notorious children&’s institutions, MacLaren Hall. Now, in The Child Catcher, he chronicles his role in the longest-running, most bitterly fought mental health lawsuit in American history. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Bridge joined the small team of civil rights lawyers representing the children of the Eufaula Adolescent Center, a violent and secretive institution in the rural South, against the State of Alabama. Eufaula was a place Alabama had refused to surrender. Parents were lured into sending their children there, unable to get them back. Thousands of children went through Eufaula, just as thousands went through the institution that Bridge survived as a boy. The fight for justice led him through squatters&’ camps in backwoods and into the lives of families caught in a permanent underclass. He sat with children as they struggled to explain what had gone wrong in their lives. In this David and Goliath battle, The Child Catcher is the story of Bridge&’s personal redemption and the hope that justice for children is possible.
You Are the Universe: Ram Dass Maps the Journey
by Amy BuetensYou Are the Universe is an impactful guidebook, chronicling the unconventional journey and self-discovery of Ram Dass, one of the world&’s most beloved spiritual teachers.Sourced from five decades of recordings, Ram Dass shares his life story and transformative teachings in his own words with honesty and humor. He offers teens and adults of all ages life-altering inspiration for understanding universal truths, navigating their unique paths with compassion and awareness, and living a meaningful life. Vibrant hand-drawn and water-colored images illustrate Ram Dass&’s captivating story of transformation. You Are the Universe offers an accessible perspective on our world through Ram Dass&’s eyes, and explores timeless answers for today&’s most urgent questions. EXPERT GUIDANCE: Psychologist and spiritual teacher Ram Dass dedicated his life to educating others on the keys to spiritual fulfillment and happiness, drawing wisdom from a lifetime of experience. STRENGTHEN THE MIND AND THE SOUL: Ram Dass offers advice for teens on how to approach anxiety, engage in social justice, and find their path through the example of his experiences and wisdom. GORGEOUS ILLUSTRATED NOVEL: With beautiful watercolor illustrations, this book is a perfect gift for both those familiar with Ram Dass's teachings and those new to his philosophy. INTRODUCTION TO SPIRITUALITY: Sourced from the archive of Ram Dass&’s recordings, You Are the Universe explores his most vital teachings and introduces young people to spirituality in an easy to read and approachable way. A MUST-READ PREQUEL: You Are the Universe sets the stage for Ram Dass&’s iconic spiritual growth manifesto Be Here Now.
Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety: Tools and Techniques to Ease Stress and Find Calm
by Jamie D. Roberts LMFTSoothe your anxiety with the power of mindfulness—a supportive workbook for teensWhen you start to feel worried or overwhelmed, mindfulness is a powerful way to stop that anxiety in its tracks. This guide to mindfulness for teens shows you how to stay calm and focus on the moment, so you can clear your mind and take control of any challenge.What is anxiety? — Get an overview of where anxiety comes from and how it affects your brain and body — so you can recognize and understand your anxious feelings.Mindfulness for every day — Learn how these mindfulness techniques can help you conquer anxiety about everything from friends and peer pressure to your grades, self-confidence, and plans for the future.Lots of tools to try — From short quizzes to creative activities, this book is filled with exercises to help you check in with yourself, think more positive thoughts, and build up your self-esteem.Feel happier and more confident when you use the skills in Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety.
Social Skills for Teens with Anxiety: Make Friends and Do Stuff without Feeling Weird
by Emily Davenport MA, ATR-BC, LCATFeel more confident in social situations—a friendly guide for teens!If you get anxious meeting new people, speaking up in class, or making small talk, you're not alone. This guide is here to help you understand how anxiety works, and, more importantly, how to let it take a backseat so you can approach social activities with confidence, compassion, and curiosity!Get to know yourself—Explore write-in prompts, questions, and quizzes that show you exactly what triggers your anxiety so you can learn the best ways to work through it.Your social goals and values—What makes socializing worth it? Is it making a new friend? Joining an activity that means a lot to you? This guide breaks those goals into small steps that feel more manageable and less scary.Build your social skills—Find advice on how to kick-start conversations, practice active listening, and take cues from body language to make stronger connections with others.Discover the tools you need to become a savvy socializer with Social Skills for Teens with Anxiety.
Creative Crafts for Teens: 25 Empowering Projects
by Jennifer PerkinsDiscover your own authentic style with this book of empowering arts and crafts for teens!Get ready to express yourself through art with crafting projects created especially for teenagers. Inside, you'll explore 25 hands-on projects that are super-fun to make, but can also help boost your confidence, encourage self-care, and celebrate your favorite people—that's the power of art!Flex your creativity—Whether it's a Sandy Beach Vibes Vase, a Quirky and Colorful Corkboard, or Lavender Luxuries shower steamers, explore how making things yourself can get you excited and inspired.Art for everyone—These projects include simple instructions and helpful photos, and use basic materials that are easy to find—no fancy tools or artistic experience required!Make it your own—Each craft includes a "Crafty Confidence" tip to get you started if you're feeling stuck, and an "Advanced Crafting" tip to add a little something extra if you're feeling daring.Craft your way to greater confidence with Creative Crafts for Teens.
Life Skills Book for Teens: Everything You Need to Know to Be More Independent
by Maureen StilesSet yourself up for success as an adult—tips and advice for ages 16+How do you create a budget? Clean a bathroom? Make a doctor's appointment? If you're feeling a little overwhelmed by the responsibilities of growing up, you're not alone—and the Life Skills Book for Teens is here to help! It includes straightforward advice for handling your money, health, home, relationships, and more so you can take on adulthood with confidence. It makes a great graduation gift, and a great resource for teen summer activities as they prepare for the next stage of their lives.Life skills 101 for teens—Learn the basics of being independent with guidance on everyday skills like using a credit card, eating balanced meals, and doing laundry.Make a good impression—From giving thoughtful gifts to dressing appropriately for different occasions, this book of life skills for teens is your go-to guide for navigating social and professional interactions like a pro.Consider this—Make smart choices with tips on things to think about when you travel, adopt a pet, make a big purchase, or any other life event that comes with extra responsibilities.This essential life skills book shows you how to live independently and feel in charge of your own life!