Diversity & Multicultural - Teens Ficton

Emma is under pressure from her parents and her strict aunt to plan the perfect Chinese New Year party, but what will they think when she wants to have a Chinese-American version of the holiday?Author: Emily SunISBN-10: 8885977197ISBN-13: 9798885977197Publisher: Storyshares, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/05/2023Pages: 32Format:...

In a society where conformity is valued above all else, a teen girl training to become an Imperial pilot is forced to return to her rebel roots to save her world in this adrenaline-fueled sci-fi adventure--perfect for fans of Iron Widow and Skyward! Hwa...

Hollywood, the mid-1960s. President Kennedy has been assassinated, the country's civil rights movement is in full swing, and teenager Nate Berrigan is a television sitcom star.But Nate's onscreen life looks nothing like the real thing, which stars abusive, addicted parents instead of swooning teenage...

An NPR Best Book of the Year * The stunning sequel to the critically acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestseller Dear Martin. An incarcerated teen writes letters to his best friend about his experiences in the American juvenile justice system. An unflinching look into...

Since Zilan entered the world of royal alchemists, she has learned that alchemy comes at a price. She has lost loved ones in her search for broader justice against the evil Empress and all she wants now is to find some way to bring...

Author: Mona Alvarado FrazierISBN-10: 1558859950ISBN-13: 9781558859951Publisher: Pinata BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/31/2024Pages: 304Format: PaperbackReview Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2024About the AuthorMONA ALVARADO FRAZIER is the author of The Garden of Second Chances (SparkPress, 2023). Her writing has been included in Basta! 100+ Women against Gender Violence (University...

From critically acclaimed author Jeannine Atkins comes a "memorable, poetic tale" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) about a half-Native American, half-African American sculptor working in the years following the Civil War. A sculptor of historical figures starts with givens but creates her own vision. Edmonia...

The first book in a gripping duology from acclaimed author S.K. Ali introduces a fractured world on the brink of either enlightenment or war. Would you trade love for peace? Raisa of Upper Earth has only lived a life of privilege and acquiescence. Ever...

From the author of Counting Down with You and A Show for Two comes a new YA contemporary about a girl who accidentally sabotages an up-and-coming local band and falls for the guitarist while secretly trying to make up for her mistake.Liana Sarkar lives...

In 1955, a Black family passes for white and moves to a "Whites Only" town in the suburbs. Caught between two worlds, a teen boy puts his family at risk as he uncovers racist secrets about his suburb. A new social justice thriller from...

Author: Alex SeguraISBN-10: 1368097901ISBN-13: 9781368097901Publisher: Disney PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/03/2024Pages: 384Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.25lbs

The sea has always called to Cari. Like a lullaby that only she can hear, she has been drawn to the water's edge for as long as she can remember. Yet fear holds her back from stepping into the sea, until she decides she...

Fearing for her life, an outcast princess joins the rebellion against her own kingdom and family. . . but when playing with fire, someone always gets burned. Teia Carthan abandoned her morals long ago, and now there's nothing she won't do to stay alive. So far...

Huda and Asif have grown up together among the rivers and deserts of Mosul. When they find their friendship tested by segregation, discrimination, and societal hierarches, they are not longer able to recognize one another.Author: Kaitlyn O'MalleyISBN-10: 1642612022ISBN-13: 9781642612028Publisher: Storyshares, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/28/2022Pages: 34Format:...

From the authors of Sanctuary comes a haunting near-future companion tale about undocumented immigrants subjected to deadly experiments in a government labor camp and the four courageous rebels who set into place a daring plan to liberate them. The year is 2033, and in...

This timely and thought-provoking story about a teen girl shouldering impossibly large responsibilities and ultimately learning that she doesn't have to do it alone is the perfect follow-up to Daniel Aleman's award-winning debut novel, Indivisible. Every morning, sixteen-year-old Sol wakes up at the break...

Award-winning author Amra Pajalic showcases her gritty, poignant and sometimes bruising voice in this eclectic short story book of previously published and prize-winning stories. Featuring powerful and moving stories of family dissolution, deprivation of war, tenderness of family and the heart-rending experiences of mental...

In war torn Laos, thirteen-year-old Nou daydreams of the legendary heroes and mythical beings who live in the folklore stories she loves to hear. Remembering them helps her ignore physical pain as she struggles through the endless chores expected of a dutiful daughter. Each...

In this heartfelt and hilarious debut from Ambika Vohra--that's Netflix's Never Have I Ever meets Jenny Han--one girl tackles a question that changes the trajectory of her senior year: "How have you gotten out of your comfort zone?" That's the Stanford admissions prompt that...

Isn't the truth as simple as black and white? Mark My Words is the searing novel from Branford Boase Award-winner and 2020 World Book Day author Muhammad Khan, asking who you can trust when all you see is lies. Fifteen-year-old Dua Iqbal has always...

A freshman at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, Nasrin is seemingly living her dream, except her parents think she is attending business school and it gets harder and harder to keep lying to them, especially after they surprise her in New York.Author: Sarvenaz...

A spine-tingling contemporary horror-comedy novel that follows a scary-movie buff as she hosts an elaborate Halloween bash but soon finds the festivities upended when she and her guests are forced to test their survival skills in a deadly game, from debut author Lisa Springer....

Study Break, a collection of interconnected contemporary Young Adult short stories written by Gen Z authors, explores different parts of "the college experience," from questioning your major to questioning your identity. College...the best time, the worst time, and something in between. What do you...

Neepa Irving has two main goals in life: to not get pregnant like her mother did at sixteen years old and to graduate high school. Neepa's other goal: to avoid being bullied. Her strategy has been to not be seen or heard, but no...

Since the start of 2020, the world has faced the largest health emergency we have ever seen in the days of modern medicine. After months of being locked inside our homes, we witnessed yet another black man killed by law enforcement, repeating "I can't...

During an era characterized by both hijabi fashion models and enduring post-9/11 stereotypes, ten Muslim American teenagers came together to explore what it means to be young and Muslim in America today. These teens represent the tremendous diversity within the American Muslim community, and...

8 amazing, diverse stories with positive perspectivesStep into the serene world of "Untold Bedtime Stories From the Far East," where the enchanting wisdom of Eastern traditions gracefully meets the gentle essence of Western thought. Within this captivating collection, we present a tapestry of bedtime...

A lush, enchanting standalone fantasy inspired by medieval Spain, filled with romance, adventure, and just the right amount of danger, now in paperback with exclusive bonus scenes!An ancient city plagued by dragons Eighteen-year-old Zarela Zalvidar is a talented flamenco dancer and daughter of the...

In 1955, a Black family passes for white and moves to a "Whites Only" town in the suburbs. Caught between two worlds, a teen boy puts his family at risk as he uncovers racist secrets about his suburb. A new social justice thriller from...

Ten bestselling, critically acclaimed authors deliver a fresh novel of interconnected stories that follows a group of young adults over the course of a few wild, transformative hours at an epic house party! The biggest event of the year is happening, and you're invited!...

Crack open your spell book and enter the world of the illustrious Galileo Academy for the Extraordinary. There's been a murder on campus, and it's up to the students of Galileo to solve it. Follow 18 authors and 18 students as they puzzle out...

I'll make it clear from the start: I did not kill Hugh Henry Van Boren. I didn't even help...Well, not intentionally.All Jess Choudhary wants is to keep her head down, do her work, and make it through high school without any problems. As a...

Author: Derek CorsaroISBN-10: 0999687743ISBN-13: 9780999687741Publisher: Sleepkingdom PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/11/2024Pages: 234Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.13lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

A charming romantic comedy about a South Indian American teen girl who makes a wish upon a flower for her perfect boyfriend...and then a new boy moves in right next door. With love triangles, prank wars, and a sizzling sweet romance--this is perfect for...

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds comes the "action-packed...banter-filled" (School Library Journal, starred review) sequel to his groundbreaking young adult novel Miles Morales: Spider-Man about the adventures of the unassuming, everyday kid who just so happens to be Spider-Man. Miles Morales...

Author: Shannon GibneyISBN-10: 0593112016ISBN-13: 9780593112014Publisher: Dutton Books for Young ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/09/2024Pages: 256Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.30h x 5.70w x 0.70d

Dad, I just want to know how to not become a hashtag. In this gripping read, biracial siblings Reed and Olive hadn't planned on navigating racial inequality or being roughed up by police on the subway, but as they face the truths and pains...

23:27 is a beautifully written novel about how stressful situations are not always what they appear to be. H.L. Roberts takes you on an emotional journey keeping you on the edge of your seat the entire time.23:27 touches on the very sensitive topics of...

A debut young adult novel about a booksmart teen who spends the summer in Mexico City, meets two very cute boys, attempts to learn Spanish, and uncovers a family secret that changes her life forever. Lola Espinoza is cursed in love. Well, maybe not...

IDK! is a heartwarming story about a young man named Kyndle who discovers a wealth of information about his culture and heritage while researching the origins of soul food. The book is a lovely blend of important historical information and the story of a...

In his debut novel, Eddie Kawooya presents a fish-out-of-water story of immigration and the pains and joys of integration into a new and sometimes frightening environment. Loosely based on Kawooya's own life, this novel follows fifteen-year-old Patrick "Ace" Katumba. Kutumba's life is changed drastically...

The highly anticipated third novel in the This Woven Kingdom series, full of powerful magic, searing romance, and heartbreaking betrayal, from the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Sabaa Tahir, and Tomi Adeyemi.As the long-lost...

Hi. My name's Lea, like the field. I'm sixteen and i live on a farm that's too far away from the public schools so i'm home-schooled, but not, like, Christian home-schooled. My parents pulled me out of that a few years ago. My younger...

Hi. My name's Lea, like the field. I'm sixteen and i live on a farm that's too far away from the public schools so i'm home-schooled, but not, like, Christian home-schooled. My parents pulled me out of that a few years ago. My younger...

Faeries Never Lie, the next young adult collection in the Untold Legends series edited by Zoraida Córdova and Natalie C. Parker, is filled with fourteen short stories to revel in, that center faeries of varying genders and cultures! There's something to be said for...

From the award-winning and critically acclaimed author of This Is My America comes another thriller about a wrongly accused teen desperate to reclaim both his innocence and his first love. Life can change in an instant.When you're wrongfully accused of a crime.When a virus...

The epic sequel to the book Song of Silver, Flame Like Night, is a fast-paced, riveting YA fantasy inspired by the mythology and folklore of ancient China. The Demon Gods have risen. Skies' End has fallen to the colonizers. And Lan and Zen have...

In his debut novel, Eddie Kawooya presents a fish-out-of-water story of immigration and the pains and joys of integration into a new and sometimes frightening environment. Loosely based on Kawooya's own life, this novel follows fifteen-year-old Patrick "Ace" Katumba. Kutumba's life is changed drastically...

In a society where conformity is valued above all else, a teen girl training to become an Imperial pilot is forced to return to her rebel roots to save her world in this adrenaline-fueled sci-fi adventure--perfect for fans of Iron Widow and Skyward! Hwa...

This Focus on Feelings(R) resource is intended for use by EMDR trained therapists with clients to assist with EMDR therapy. This book coordinates with the Focus on Feelings(R) Cognitions CardDeck and Focus on Feelings(R) Scale Dial. This resource can also be used within other...