In Not My Fault, S.B. Frasca tells the story of Hy, an underprivileged sophomore student who sees the unfairness and cruelty in her community. Unlike some of the other students her age, Hy chooses to express her feelings through her art, adopting a “Not My...

Everyone has problems they might secretly be dealing with but when your secret could potentially ruin your friend group, it really has a way of dragging you down. Chasing the Moon: The Campfire Series Book 3 by Melanie Hooyenga follows Melody and her ragtag group...

Reign by E.J. Knox is the first book in the Rivermont Royals series. The Royals tormented Eden and her best friend Sam. The Royals were a group that held superiority in school, doing what they wanted without repercussions for their actions. Beckett was the leader...

Boys Like Me by R.L. Clements opens with Roy, a 12-year-old boy learning about life and its many challenges, of which hate seems to be at the forefront. He also discovers true love and friendship for the first time in Gary, a boy his age...

I Didn't Ask to be Me: Psychological, Spiritual, & Sober by Rick Breitweiser is an insightful book that explores the author's journey through addiction, recovery, and self-discovery. It combines elements of psychology, spirituality, and sobriety to offer a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and triumphs...

Sheyanne Follows Her Heart by K.L. Penaluna follows the love story of “Shy” and Lanny through the next phase of their lives. When Shy arrives in Arizona, she notices Lanny is evasive regarding who was on the phone. Sammi Jo is introduced as Glen’s date...

Does Love Always Win? is a young adult LGBTQ romance by Diane Billas. After breaking up with her boyfriend, Bryan, high school senior Sam Daniels (Shorty) begins a new relationship with her longtime crush, Zack. However, try as she might, Shorty just doesn't feel as...

Kerry Chaput's novel Chasing Eleanor focuses on Magnolia Parker and her struggle during the Great Depression. Magnolia's father abandoned the family, and her mother lapsed into depression, refusing to get out of bed. Magnolia did her best to provide for her two younger brothers, despite...

The Boyfriend App by Phenomenal Pen commences with a heartbroken Rapunzel, Kate Lapuz, crying because her former boyfriend, Josh Guerrero, is flaunting his new girlfriend. The narrative backtracks to describe their intense relationship and the incident when Kate stood up for a nerd, challenging Josh’s...

Fair Game by Robyn Ryle is an engaging and in-touch exploration of the problems facing a talented girls’ basketball team. They are seeking equal treatment and equal practice time at a school where the boys’ team receives all the attention and perks despite their less-than-stellar...