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A non-definitive ranking of our fave YA superhero reads
Whether it's popular heroes like Captain America and Wonder Woman or lesser-known ones like Squirrel Girl, we *love* superheroes. And while watching them on the big screen is fun, there's nothing like a good book to get deep into their backstory and motivations. Fortunately, more and more young adult books with supernatural themes are being published.
LGBTQ+ books you *need* to read based on your favorite romance tropes
There's something magical about a trope done right. Whether it's a first kiss after 400 pages of pining or an intense rivalry between two enemies, tropes can be comforting, exciting and powerful. Not only do these books have squeal-worthy romances with all the tropes you already know and love—they also have a wide variety of representation.
Disney Princess: Beyond the Tiara
Pre-Order Available Formats Print Disney Princess: Beyond the Tiara delves into the history, influences, and cultural significance of the princesses with fascinating commentary, art, memorabilia, and original interviews. Featuring concept art, memorabilia, and original interviews, Disney Princess: Beyond the Tiara explores the legacies of the princesses and what they represent today. Everyone knows the Disney Princess characters, but how did they become the cultural icons we know today?
Anne of Greenville
Pre-Order Available Formats Print, E-Book & Audio This is the story of how I became Anne of Greenville. It’s also the story of how I found my true true, and how I needed to maybe come to Greenville, of all places, to make that happen. In this modern reimagining of Anne of Green Gables, Anne is an ABBA-loving singer/actor/writer of disco-operas, queer, Japanese-American who longs to be understood for her artistic genius.
We Weren't Looking to Be Found by Stephanie Kuehn
Buy Now Available Formats Print, E-Book & Audio Two young girls. Two disparate stories. One unlikely friendship…. Dani comes from the richest, most famous Black family in Texas and seems to have everything a girl could want. So why does she keep using and engaging in other self-destructive behavior? Camila’s Colombian-American family doesn’t have much, but she knows exactly what she wants out of life and works her ass off to get it.
City of Hooks and Scars
Pre-Order Available Formats Print, E-Book & Audio In this sequel to City of Villains by critically acclaimed author, Estelle Laure, teen detective Mary Elizabeth continues to unravel a dark conspiracy that has turned her best friend and boyfriend into villainous monsters-all while battling her own inner demons.
Love YA: Top 3 Y.A. Reads for the Week of March 31st
Claire has always wanted to work with superheroes, from collecting Warrior Nation cards as a kid to drafting “What to Say to a Hero” speeches in her diary. Now that she’s landed a coveted internship with the Chicago branch of Warrior Nation, Claire is ready to prove she belongs, super or not. But complicating plans is the newest WarNat hero, Girl Power (aka Joy), who happens to be egotistical and self-important . . . and pretty adorable. Bridgette, meanwhile, wants out of WarNat.
SUPER ADJACENT | Kirkus Reviews
Fandoms and feelings collide in this epic tale of superhero plus ones. Summer break sees purple-haired, 17-year-old Claire vying for a highly competitive internship with Warrior Nation, a group of superheroes. But none of the fan theories she devours could prepare her for falling for the group’s youngest recruit, a “hot, teenage girl” named Joy, aka Girl Power.
Part Of Your World
Part Of Your World A Twisted Tale Select... Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-a-Million Indiebound Indigo iBooks Buy Now Print & eBook What if Ariel had never defeated Ursula? It’s been five years since the infamous sea witch defeated the little mermaid . . . and took King Triton’s life in the process. Ariel is now the voiceless queen of Atlantica, while Ursula runs Prince Eric’s kingdom on land.
Hocus Pocus and the All-New Sequel
Hocus Pocus is beloved by Halloween enthusiasts all over the world. Diving once more into the world of witches, this electrifying two-part young adult novel, released on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the 1993 film, marks a new era of Hocus Pocus. Fans will be spellbound by a fresh retelling of the original film, followed by the all-new sequel that continues the story with the next generation of Salem teens.
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