Punch Like a Girl
After Tori is sexually assaulted, she tells no one, but her rage and confusion erupt into violent behavior that mystifies her friends and family.
Tap Out
In hopes that he will turn his life around and avoid the violent influence of his father, Darwin is sent to an exclusive new school. But old habits die hard, and Darwin ends up in an illegal fight club.
Off the Rim
Dylan struggles to focus on basketball playoffs when his girlfriend, Jenna, becomes the target of threats from an anonymous cyberbully.
Audacious
Raphaelle's involvement with a Muslim boy is only slightly less controversial than her contribution to a student art show.
The Choice
Jakob and his family hide their Jewish identity in Nazi-occupied Hungary. Discovered, he is sent as a prisoner to Auschwitz where he keeps himself alive out of a desire for revenge on the friend he believes turned on him, only to discover when he is free that things are not as he thought.
Rock the Boat
Webb thinks he has what it takes to make it in Nashville, but one shady music producer may have the power to crush Webb’s dreams.
The World Without Us
Mel is tormented by thoughts that she may be responsible for her best friend’s suicide attempt.
Where I Belong
An adopted Native Canadian girl finds her birth father and the twin sister she never knew existed.
Justine Mckeen vs. the Queen of Mean
In the sixth installment of the Justine McKeen, Queen of Green series, Justine is faced with the challenge of convincing the Queen of Mean that being environmentally conscious is worthwhile.
Take Shelter
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This illustrated book of nonfiction for middle-graders welcomes readers into homes around the world that reflect the diversity and ingenuity of their residents.
Lots of Kisses
A poetic board book that takes parents and caregivers through the familiar ritual of kissing baby from head to toe.
Off Pointe
Meg lives for ballet and doesn’t like to try new things, so a summer at dance camp learning new styles proves challenging.
The Way Back
Things go from bad to worse when Colby, who is drug-addicted, loses her home and then ends up pregnant. Maybe now she will find a real family.
Native Elders: Sharing Their Wisdom
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The inspirational biographies of twelve Native elders who pass along invaluable stories and wisdom.
Saving Sammy
Morgan learns to care for a baby beaver that is washed into her backyard by floodwaters.
La petite truie, le vélo et la lune
L’histoire attachante et remplie d’humour d’une petite truie apprendra comment maîtriser l’art de se déplacer sur deux roues.
Severn and the Day She Silenced the World
Severn Cullis-Suzuki’s speech at the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio caught the attention of the world. She and her friends raised money to travel to Rio, never imagining the effect they would have there. Severn's story is about the power of children, and how their voices can stand out above the politics and cynicism of adults.
