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.

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.

The Rules Have Changed

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, sixteen-year-old Blake Pendleton is surprised to learn, after three years abroad, that things are very different at his school now.

Mr. Universe

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Michael accidentally finds himself in an alternate universe being chased by scary lizard men in gray suits.

Tornado

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, sixteen-year-old Cam must find his way home to save his little brother when a tornado hits.

Pickpocket

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, 17-year-old Jean-Luc is sent away to live with his uncle in a small town on the coast of France.

The Bodyguard

In this high-interest novel for teen readers, a star football player who dreams of being a filmmaker agrees to be an exchange student's bodyguard.

Sticks and Stones

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Jujube takes on her tormentors and helps a group of girls win back their self-esteem.

Heart Sister

After his twin sister's death, a teenage filmmaker tries to track down the recipients of her organs in hopes that it will help his parents move on from the loss of their daughter.

Dreaming in Color

In this high-interest novel for teen readers, a young teen is thrilled when she gets into art school but shocked to learn that some students feel she doesn’t belong there.

Hey Jude

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, a teen tries to balance the last year of high school, a new romance and looking after her sister with mental health issues.

Double or Nothing

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, a teenage genius descends deeper into a gambling addiction and her twin sister becomes embroiled in her dangerous game.

Stranded

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, after a string of bad luck, a teenage boy takes a woman up on her generous offer of free room and board. But he soon learns that things are not as they seem.

Never Going Back

In this work of crime fiction, retired thief Ali is forced to do one more job for her old boss to protect her younger brother and the family business.

Viral

When a compromising video of Lindsay at a party goes viral, Mike must find a way to protect her, even though they aren't friends anymore.

Heads Up

Illustrated By: Belle Wuthrich

This nonfiction book for teen readers is a guide to understanding mental health and coping with mental illness, trauma and recovery. It features real-life stories of resilient teens and highlights innovative approaches to mental health challenges.

90 Days of Different

In this novel for teens, Sophie graduates from high school, her boyfriend breaks up with her because she's boring, and her best friend challenges her to try 90 different things.

One Earth

This nonfiction book for teens profiles 20 environmental defenders of color from around the world. Their individual stories show that the intersection of environment and ethnicity is an asset to protecting our planet. Illustrated with photos of each of the people profiled.