The Issues books are in-depth examinations of subjects that are often difficult to talk about, such as abortion rights, feminism, assisted dying and mental health. They are written by authors who have a personal involvement and commitment to the subject they are writing about.

The Science of Boys

Illustrated By: Gracey Zhang

Science nerd Emma Sakamoto wants to reinvent herself. When a popular girl seeks Emma’s help getting a boy to like her, Emma applies scientific laws to a perplexing subject—boys. But do people conform to scientific principles? The results are unpredictable in this story about the struggle of fitting in and the complexity of friendship.

Sulfur Heart

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Will returns home after his father is killed under mysterious circumstances.

The Ooze

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, queer trans teen Bran tries to uncover what is causing everyone around him to start acting so violently.

One Last Job

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Michael convinces his grandfather, a retired cat burglar, to help him steal back a valuable necklace.

Trapped

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Matt makes a startling discovery that he hides from his abusive foster parents.

Face the Music

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Tyler and his friend Mason are desperate to escape the small town they've grown up in.

Crime Club

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, sixteen-year-old Penny is surprised when her dog digs up a skeleton in the backyard.

Stuffed

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Ian decides to take a stand against a fast-food chain.

Blood Donor

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, at-risk teenagers are being kidnapped and forced to donate their blood.

I Dare You

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, amateur filmmaker Rainey has to deal with the aftermath of a prank gone wrong.

Sink or Swim

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, trans teen Bass and his girlfriend, Rosie, have to battle the elements to survive.

Blood Sport

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Jason is determined to find out the truth about his sister’s death.

Overdrive

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Jake is involved in a street-racing accident and struggles to do the right thing.

Truth

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, teen reporter Jen investigates the murder of a local resident.