The Beatryce Prophecy
The Beatryce Prophecy Kate DiCamillo does it again! You will fall in love with Beatryce along with the whole cast of misfit characters.
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The Line Tender
The Line Tender Lucy may have lost her mom, but she still has her deep fascination with sharks. So, when dead (and alive) sharks start cropping up off the coast of Maine, Lucy knows this must be a sign from her mom. Emotional, contemplative, and addictive.
Fighting Words
Fighting Words Two sisters are in protective custody after their abusive step-father does something “really bad”. This book will shatter you and then put the pieces back together.
Hazel Bly and the Deep Blue Sea
Hazel Bly and the Deep Blue Sea Hazel must find the courage to overcome her fear of the ocean, accept a new family member, and deal with PTSD from a previous accident. Ashley Herring Blake has never disappointed me.
Eva Evergreen, Semi-magical Witch
Eva Evergreen, Semi-magical Witch Eva still hasn’t gotten her magical powers, which at the age of 12 is unheard of. Will she get them in time to prove she is a real witch? Magical, exciting, and positively uplifting.
Lighter Than My Shadow
Lighter Than My Shadow Katie recounts her childhood with an eating disorder and the trauma of recovering from sexual assault. Blunt, beautiful, and life-changing.
Some Kind of Happiness
Some Kind of Happiness I’m so glad this book exists. For kids grappling with anxiety and depression, Finley’s journey in learning the importance of putting herself first is an amazing chance to feel seen.
If These Wings Could Fly
If These Wings Could Fly A brave teenage girl has to protect her younger sisters from their abusive father in this raw and brutal YA fiction novel.
Big Cat, Little Cat
Big Cat, Little Cat One day, a new baby kitten comes home. The big cat teaches the kitten all about how to be a cat. As the big cat gets older, the kitten grows into a big cat too. Get ready to shed some tears and feel some big feelings.
My Life With the Liars
My Life With the Liars Zylynn has lived her whole life in the compound, following the light. That is until she is taken out at the age of 12 by a stranger who claims to be her father. Intense, mysterious, and contemplative.