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.

Pinch Me

In this high-interest novel for teen readers, pop sensation Darius Zaire wakes up to discover he has somehow been transported back to his old, completely ordinary life.

Saying Good-bye to London

Francis is a shy 15-year-old when he meets confident, 16-year-old Sawyer. Sparks fly, and Sawyer gets pregnant. Francis has a lot of growing up to do, and it seems like he's being forced to do it all at once. Sawyer decides to give the baby up for adoption, but that’s just the start. Where will they be when it’s time to say good-bye to baby London?

Subject to Change

In this novel for teens, fifteen-year-old Declan struggles to make sense of his older brother's delinquency, his father's sexuality and his feelings for a girl who is way out of his league.

In Plain Sight

In this high-interest novel for teen readers, Megan learns that her father is a convicted terrorist and that her mother has been living under an assumed name for fifteen years.

Drawn Away

In this paranormal novel for teens, Jack finds himself drawn into the world of a character from one of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales.

Enough

In this high-interest novel for teens, Lizzie has to protect herself from her mother's boyfriend while looking out for her brother.

The Turing Machinists

Del, a teenager with Asperger's, enlists the help of other special-needs students and a washed-up rock star to win a battle-of-the-bands competition and keep his parents from divorcing.

High Note

In this high-interest novel for teen readers, Hailey and her best friend compete for a part in an opera.