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Heartstopper #5: A Graphic Novel
Alice Oseman · 2023
*Now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*<br/>Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel about life, love, and everything that happens in between: this is the fifth volume of the much-loved HEARTSTOPPER series, featuring gorgeous two-color artwork.<br/><br/>Nick and Charlie are in love. They’ve finally said those three little words, and Charlie has almost persuaded his mum to let him sleep over at Nick’s house. He wants to take their relationship to the next level... but can he find the confidence he needs? And with Nick going off to university next year, is everything about to change?<br/>By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie’s lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.<br/>Contains discussions around mental health and eating disorders, and sexual references.
Heartstopper #4: A Graphic Novel (4)
Alice Oseman · 2022
"Shy and softhearted Charlie Spring sits next to rugby player Nick Nelson in class one morning. A warm and intimate friendship follows, and that soon develops into something more for Charlie, who doesn't think he has a chance. But Nick is struggling with feelings of his own, and as the two grow closer and take on the ups and downs of high school, they come to understand the surprising and delightful ways in which love works"--
Heartstopper #3: A Graphic Novel (3)
Alice Oseman · 2021
The third volume in the poignant and sweet Heartstopper series, featuring beautiful two-color artwork!<br/>Now streaming on Netflix!<br/>Charlie didn't think Nick could ever like him back, but now they're officially boyfriends. Nick has even found the courage to come out to his mom.But coming out isn't something that happens just once, and Nick and Charlie try to figure out when to tell their friends that they're dating. Not being out to their classmates gets even harder during a school trip to Paris. As Nick and Charlie's feelings get more serious, they'll need each other more than ever.
Heartstopper #2: A Graphic Novel (2)
Alice Oseman · 2020
The second book in the delightfully sweet Heartstopper series, featuring beautiful two-color artwork!<br/>Now streaming on Netflix!<br/>Nick and Charlie are best friends, but one spontaneous kiss has changed everything. In the aftermath, Charlie thinks that he's made a horrible mistake and ruined his friendship with Nick, but Nick is more confused than ever.Love works in surprising ways, and Nick comes to see the world from a new perspective. He discovers all sorts of things about his friends, his family... and himself.
Heartstopper #1: A Graphic Novel (1)
Alice Oseman · 2020
<b>Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. A sweet and charming coming-of-age story that explores friendship, love, and coming out. <p><b>"Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book." -- Rainbow Rowell, author of <i>Carry On</i></b></b><br></br>Shy and softhearted Charlie Spring sits next to rugby player Nick Nelson in class one morning. A warm and intimate friendship follows, and that soon develops into something more for Charlie, who doesn't think he has a chance. <p>But Nick is struggling with feelings of his own, and as the two grow closer and take on the ups and downs of high school, they come to understand the surprising and delightful ways in which love works.<br>
The Tea Dragon Tapestry (3) (The Tea Dragon Society)
K. O'Neill · 2021
The Tea Dragon Festival (The Tea Dragon Series Book 2)
K. O'Neill · 2019
The Tea Dragon Society
K. O'Neill · 2017
Princess Princess Ever After
K. O'Neill · 2016
Pumpkinheads
Rainbow Rowell · 2019
A 2020 Tayshas Reading List Selection<br/>A 2020 Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Selection<br/><br/>In Pumpkinheads, beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author Rainbow Rowell and Eisner Award–winning artist Faith Erin Hicks have teamed up to create this tender and hilarious story about two irresistible teens discovering what it means to leave behind a place―and a person―with no regrets.<br/><br/>Deja and Josiah are seasonal best friends.<br/><br/>Every autumn, all through high school, they’ve worked together at the best pumpkin patch in the whole wide world. (Not many people know that the best pumpkin patch in the whole wide world is in Omaha, Nebraska, but it definitely is.) They say good-bye every Halloween, and they’re reunited every September 1.<br/><br/>But this Halloween is different―Josiah and Deja are finally seniors, and this is their last season at the pumpkin patch. Their last shift together. Their last good-bye.<br/><br/>Josiah’s ready to spend the whole night feeling melancholy about it. Deja isn’t ready to let him. She’s got a plan: What if―instead of moping and the usual slinging lima beans down at the Succotash Hut―they went out with a bang? They could see all the sights! Taste all the snacks! And Josiah could finally talk to that cute girl he’s been mooning over for three years . . .<br/><br/>What if their last shift was an adventure?
The Prince and the Dressmaker
Jen Wang · 2018
A Curse So Dark and Lonely (The Cursebreaker Series Book 1)
Brigid Kemmerer · 2019
Eighteen For The Three Hundred Twenty-seventh Time, Prince Rhen Despairs Of Breaking The Curse That Turns Him Into A Beast At The End Of Each Day Until Feisty Harper Enters His Life.
Be Dazzled
Ryan La Sala · 2021
When You Get the Chance: A Novel
Emma Lord · 2022
Mockingjay (Hunger Games, Book Three)
Suzanne Collins · 2010
The Greatly Anticipated Final Book In The New York Times Bestselling Hunger Games Trilogy By Suzanne Collins. The Capitol Is Angry. The Capitol Wants Revenge. Who Do They Think Should Pay For The Unrest? Katniss Everdeen. The Final Book In The Hunger Games Trilogy By Suzanne Collins Will Have Hearts Racing, Pages Turning, And Everyone Talking About One Of The Biggest And Most Talked-about Books And Authors In Recent Publishing History!!!!
Catching Fire (Hunger Games Trilogy, Book 2)
Suzanne Collins · 2010
Against All Odds, Katniss Everdeen Has Won The Annual Hunger Games With Fellow District Tribute Peeta Mellark. But It Was A Victory Won By Defiance Of The Capitol And Their Harsh Rules. Katniss And Peeta Should Be Happy. After All, They Have Just Won For Themselves And Their Families A Life Of Safety And Plenty. But There Are Rumors Of Rebellion Among The Subjects, And Katniss And Peeta, To Their Horror, Are The Faces Of That Rebellion. The Capitol Is Angry. The Capitol Wants Revenge.
Queens of Geek
Jen Wilde · 2017
<p><b>Three friends, two love stories, one convention: this fun, feminist love letter to geek culture is all about fandom, friendship, and finding the courage to be yourself.</b><br><br><b>"</b><b>Full of irreverent humor and in-jokes, it’s geeky and funny, with a heavy dose of self-discovery. . . . . Seeing girls and women uplifting, protecting, and loving each other is extremely powerful especially in the context of fandom.</b><b>" </b><b>—</b><b><i>Teen Vogue</i></b><br><br><b>"This is the geeky, queer book of our dreams</b>.<b>" —</b><i><b>Seventeen</b><br></i><br>Charlie likes to stand out. She’s a vlogger and actress promoting her first movie at SupaCon, and this is her chance to show fans she’s over her public breakup with co-star Reese Ryan. When internet-famous cool-girl actress Alyssa Huntington arrives as a surprise guest, it seems Charlie’s long-time crush on her isn’t as one-sided as she thought.<br><br>Taylor likes to blend in. Her brain is wired differently, making her fear change. And there’s one thing in her life she knows will never change: her friendship with her best guy friend Jamie—no matter how much she may secretly want it to. But when she hears about a fan contest for her favorite fandom, she starts to rethink her rules on playing it safe.<br><br><i>Queens of Gee</i>k by Jen Wilde, chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads, is an empowering novel for anyone who has ever felt that fandom is family.<br><br><b>Praise for </b><i>Queens of Geek</i><b>:</b><br><br>"This fun book about fierce friendships gives voice to a group of diverse female characters who are so defined by so much more than just their mental health and sexuality." —<i>Bustle</i><br><br>"This celebration of geek culture and fandom promotes diversity and being true to oneself." —<i>School Library Journal<br><br></i>“[A] fun read about fandom, friendship and the courage to be yourself.” —Autostraddle</p>
The Hunger Games (Hunger Games Trilogy, Book 1)
Suzanne Collins · 2009
This Special Edition of <i>The Hunger Games</i> includes the most extensive interview Suzanne Collins has given since the publication of <i>The Hunger Games</i>; an absorbing behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the series; and an engaging archival conversation between Suzanne Collins and YA legend Walter Dean Myers on writing about war. The Special Edition answers many questions fans have had over the years, and gives great insight into the creation of this era-defining work.<p></p>In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to death before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Still, if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.
Down with this Ship
Katie Kingman · 2021
You Should See Me in a Crown
Leah Johnson · 2021
The Wind in the Willows (Penguin Classics)
Kenneth Grahame · 2005
Cinderella Is Dead
Kalynn Bayron · 2020
"Wholly original and captivating." - Brigid Kemmerer, New York Times bestselling author of A Curse So Dark and Lonely Girls team up to overthrow the kingdom in this unique and powerful retelling of Cinderella from a stunning new voice that's perfect for fans of Dhonielle Clayton and Melissa Albert. It's 200 years after Cinderella found her prince, but the fairy tale is over. Teen girls are now required to appear at the Annual Ball, where the men of the kingdom select wives based on a girl's display of finery. If a suitable match is not found, the girls not chosen are never heard from again. Sixteen-year-old Sophia would much rather marry Erin, her childhood best friend, than parade in front of suitors. At the ball, Sophia makes the desperate decision to flee, and finds herself hiding in Cinderella's mausoleum. There, she meets Constance, the last known descendant of Cinderella and her step sisters. Together they vow to bring down the king once and for all--and in the process, they learn that there's more to Cinderella's story than they ever knew . . . This fresh take on a classic story will make readers question the tales they've been told, and root for girls to break down the constructs of the world around them.
Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating
Adiba Jaigirdar · 2021
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book Five: The Last Olympian
Rick Riordan · 2009
All Year The Half-bloods Have Been Preparing For Battle Against The Titans, Knowing The Odds Of Victory Are Grim. Kronos's Army Is Stronger Than Ever, And With Every God And Half-blood He Recruits, The Evil Titan's Power Only Grows. While The Olympians Struggle To Contain The Rampaging Monster Typhon, Kronos Begins His Advance On New York City, Where Mount Olympus Stands Virtually Unguarded. Now It's Up To Percy Jackson And An Army Of Young Demigods To Stop The Lord Of Time.
Battle of the Labyrinth, The (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 4)
Rick Riordan · 2009
Percy Jackson Isn't Expecting Freshman Orientation To Be Any Fun. But When A Mysterious Mortal Acquaintance Appears On Campus, Followed By Demon Cheerleaders, Things Quickly Move From Bad To Diabolical. In This Latest Installment Of The Blockbuster Series, Time Is Running Out As War Between The Olympians And The Evil Titan Lord Kronos Draws Near.
Titan's Curse, The (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 3)
Rick Riordan · 2009
When The Goddess Artemis Goes Missing, She Is Believed To Have Been Kidnapped. And Now It's Up To Percy And His Friends To Find Out What Happened. Who Is Powerful Enough To Kidnap A Goddess?
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book Two: The Sea of Monsters
Rick Riordan · 2009
After A Summer Spent Trying To Prevent A Catastrophic War Among The Greek Gods, Percy Jackson Finds His Seventh-grade School Year Unnervingly Quiet. His Biggest Problem Is Dealing With His New Friend, Tyson—a Six-foot-three, Mentally Challenged Homeless Kid Who Follows Percy Everywhere, Making It Hard For Percy To Have Any Normal Friends. But Things Don't Stay Quiet For Long...
The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1)
Rick Riordan · 2005
The classic first book about Percy Jackson, the troubled boy who discovers he is the son of Poseidon, and his adventures with demigods, monsters, and Greek gods.<br/><br/>This classic by #1 New York Times best selling author Rick Riordan has sold millions of copies throughout the world It has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list for more than 10 years Read in classrooms across the US Adapted into a movie, a Broadway musical, and soon, a TV series on Disney+ Brings Greek mythology to life for modern readers Features beloved characters such as Annabeth Chase and Grover the satyr Funny and fast-paced<br/><br/>Percy Jackson is a good kid, but he can't seem to focus on his schoolwork or control his temper. And lately, being away at boarding school is only getting worse--Percy could have sworn his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster and tried to kill him.<br/><br/>When Percy's mom finds out, she knows it's time that he knew the truth about where he came from, and that he go to the one place he'll be safe. She sends Percy to Camp Half Blood, a summer camp for demigods (on Long Island), where he learns that the father he never knew is Poseidon, god of the sea. Soon a mystery unfolds and together with his friends--one a satyr and the other the demigod daughter of Athena--Percy sets out on a quest across the United States to reach the gates of the Underworld (located in a recording studio in Hollywood) and prevent a catastrophic war between the gods.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7)
J. K. Rowling · 2009
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6)
J.K. Rowling · 2006
The war against Voldemort is not going well; even Muggle governments are noticing. Ron scans the obituary pages of the Daily Prophet, looking for familiar names. Dumbledore is absent from Hogwarts for long stretches of time, and the Order of the Phoenix has already suffered losses. And yet...<br/><br/>As in all wars, life goes on. Sixth-year students learn to Apparate - and lose a few eyebrows in the process. The Weasley twins expand their business. Teenagers flirt and fight and fall in love. Classes are never straightforward, though Harry receives some extraordinary help from the mysterious Half-Blood Prince.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter, Book 4) (4)
J. K. Rowling · 2002
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Harry Potter, Book 3) (3)
J.K. Rowling · 1999
For twelve long years, the dread fortress of Azkaban held an infamous prisoner named Sirius Black. Convicted of killing thirteen people with a single curse, he was said to be the heir apparent to the Dark Lord, Voldemort.Now he has escaped, leaving only two clues as to where he might be headed: Harry Potter's defeat of You-Know-Who was Black's downfall as well. And the Azkaban guards heard Black muttering in his sleep, "He's at Hogwarts . . . he's at Hogwarts."Harry Potter isn't safe, not even within the walls of his magical school, surrounded by his friends. Because on top of it all, there may well be a traitor in their midst.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
J.K. Rowling · 1999
The summer after his first year at Hogwarts is worse than ever for Harry Potter. The Dursleys of Privet Drive are more horrible to him than ever before. And just when he thinks the endless summer vacation is over, a creature named Dobby the house-elf shows up issuing a grave warning to Harry not to go back to school or disaster will happen! Of course, Harry has to go back- and he does so in grand style, in a flying-car magicked by his friends Ron and Percy Weasley. But getting back to Hogwarts isn't the cure Harry expects it to be. Almost immediately a student is found turned to stone, and then another. And somehow Harry stands accused. Could Harry Potter be the long-feared heir of Slytherin?Harry and friends Hermione and Fred are stretched to their limits in a desperate fight against Draco Malfoy and his gang, the hideously stuck-up new professor Gilderoy Lockheart, the malevolent owner of the diary of Tom Riddle, giant spiders, and perhaps even...Hagrid!This is the book that proves J.K. Rowling is a talent that's here to stay!
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
J.K. Rowling
This is a softcover book! In great shape!
Bookish and The Beast
Ashley Poston · 2020
Geekerella
Poston Ashley · 2017
<b>An enchanting YA romance from the <i>New York Times</i> best-selling author of <i>The Dead Romantics</i>.<br> <br> Cinderella goes to the con in this fandom-fueled twist on the classic fairy tale romance.</b><br> <br> Part romance, part love letter to nerd culture, and all totally adorbs, <i>Geekerella</i> is a fairy talefor anyone who believes in the magic of fandom. Geek girl Elle Wittimer lives and breathes <i>Starfield</i>, the classic sci-fi series she grew up watchingwith her late father. So when she sees a cosplay contest for a newStarfieldmovie, she has toenter. The prize? An invitation to the ExcelsiCon Cosplay Ball, and a meet-and-greet withthe actor slated to play Federation Prince Carmindor in the reboot. With savings from hergig at the Magic Pumpkin food truck (and her dad's old costume), Elle's determined to win...unless her stepsisters get there first.<br> <br> Teen actor Darien Freeman used to live for cons-before he was famous. Now they're nothingbut autographs and awkward meet-and-greets. Playing Carmindor is all he's ever wanted, butthe <i>Starfield</i> fandom has written him off as just another dumb heartthrob. As ExcelsiCon drawsnear, Darien feels more and more like a fake-until he meets a girl who shows him otherwise.
The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air Book 1)
Holly Black · 2018
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black, comes the first book in a stunning new series about a mortal girl who finds herself caught in a web of royal faerie intrigue. Of course I want to be like them. They're beautiful as blades forged in some divine fire. They will live forever. And Cardan is even more beautiful than the rest. I hate him more than all the others. I hate him so much that sometimes when I look at him, I can hardly breathe. Jude was seven years old when her parents were murdered and she and her two sisters were stolen away to live in the treacherous High Court of Faerie. Ten years later, Jude wants nothing more than to belong there, despite her mortality. But many of the fey despise humans. Especially Prince Cardan, the youngest and wickedest son of the High King. To win a place at the Court, she must defy him--and face the consequences. In doing so, she becomes embroiled in palace intrigues and deceptions, discovering her own capacity for bloodshed. But as civil war threatens to drown the Courts of Faerie in violence, Jude will need to risk her life in a dangerous alliance to save her sisters, and Faerie itself.
