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Everything seems picture-perfect in Kinsley Johnson’s life, yet addiction still manages to send her spiraling into a dark depression. But the kindhearted and concerned adults around Kinsley refuse to give up on her in this hope-filled novel.

A fangirl’s biggest dream turns into one of her worst nightmares: Linda González thought she had been dating a teen heartthrob pop star online, but when she meets him in person, he doesn’t know her. Cue an addicting combination of mystery, drama, and romance.

Lena is devastated at the loss of her younger sister, Fressa, and enlists the help of a Norse goddess of death to bring her back — even if it costs Lena her own soul. Tammi’s Viking fantasy novel explores moral gray areas and the lengths we go to for those we love, making it relatable and mythical all at once.

Fit is a teenaged YouTuber always on the lookout for stories to share with her followers. But when her mother is finally released from prison after a violent episode of postpartum psychosis, Fit must decide if fame is worth putting her traumatic past behind her. Jones’ authentic debut explores the complexity of family, mental health, and coming-of-age under the public gaze.

Zadie Kalvers lives in Trinnea, a city surrounded by a labyrinth meant to protect its residents from the horrors of an outside world devastated by climate change. Most residents of Trinnea have special powers, but Zadie notably doesn’t; still, she’s willing to brave the horrors of the labyrinth to save Landon Everhart. This is a dystopian adventure for fans of “The Maze Runner.”

A lonely social outcast, Stevie wants to give her high school’s mean girls and bullies a taste of their own medicine. But her plan soon takes on a life of its own, with more damaging consequences than she could have imagined. “Heathers” meets “Gossip Girl” in Petrou’s sharp teen thriller that doesn’t shy away from the effects of bullying.

Fievre (educator, poet, and author of “Happy, Ok?” and “Badass Black Girl”) offers a vital tool for empowerment with “Resilient Black Girl.” Including advice, encouragement, and thoughtful activities, this book is designed to build confidence in Black girls who face a modern world that often tears them down.

Ethan Garrett follows the word of God, which appears to have graced him with good looks and great football skills. Jade Fulton is a multiracial kid who keeps to herself and is agnostic. The stereotypes each have about the other break down when they’re locked in a room together for several hours after a robbery at the gym Jade works at. This is a feel-good, hopeful charmer full of witty dialogue.

Developers want to destroy the titular grove, but they have to contend with Leila, who has a magical connection with nature and is determined to protect it. The grove provides a beautiful backdrop to Leila’s story of forming a family with her adopted parents and friends after years in the foster care system.

Rowan Slone’s life has been defined by one horrible accident and no one in her family will let her live it down. This story isn’t for the faint of heart, as Rowan suffers emotional abuse from her family and physically harms herself. A dark but hopeful work about changing your own narrative.

Life is all or nothing for Parker Rabinowitz, who seems like the picture-perfect teen: Smart, athletic, good-looking, Ivy League-bound. But this binary thinking begins to break him, and only his sister, who resents him, notices. “Nothing” is quite something — a rare story where a young man struggles with bulimia.

Could you survive without electricity? In this post-apocalyptic world, two teens have to hunt, gather, and so much more after Instagram, refrigeration, and other luxuries are taken out by an electromagnetic pulse. A gritty tale of friendship that might have you rethinking your social media use.

Seelie kills Shane in self-defense after he forces himself on her, but the shock of the incident has left her unable to tell her side of the story. As most of her town responds with cruelty, a few kind and compassionate individuals help Seelie speak up. An empowering narrative.

Prepare to burn your corset in this feminist steampunk novel. Emmeline Escot’s brother has the hopes of the family riding on him, as he continues to win velo (which is like a bicycle) races. But Emmeline wants to race, too, and she’ll break whatever societal rules it takes to do it. This novel is sporting good fun.

As a stranger in a strange land, unable to speak the language, 17-year-old Princess Jiara finds herself the Chosen One on a quest for justice in this YA fantasy adventure. After her sister Scilla is murdered, Jiara must take Scilla’s place and marry a foreign prince. But when Jiara discovers the murderer is hiding in her new husband’s homeland, she’s determined to seek vengeance — before she becomes the next victim.

“Lovestruck” is a myth-busting YA fantasy full of hijinks and humor. Kali, the daughter of Eros, is training to become Cupid, even though she’s not very good at it (her matches are awful). The ultimate proof of her unfitness for the role comes when she accidentally pricks herself with an arrow and falls for the intended target, a mortal band member. Kali may be a god, but she’s mostly a moody teen caught in a YA love triangle.

Trueblood’s historical fiction debut soars with stunning, high-flying action. Wing walker Grace Lafferty wants to become one of the greatest aviation stuntpeople of the 1920s. Full of determination and faced at every turn with sexism and other roadblocks, Grace keeps her head high, refuses to slow down, and is stubborn to a fault; it’s hard not to root for her success.

Ballerina Cason Martin is a standout dancer, and the youngest in history at her professional ballet company. But she’s hiding an injury that puts her career in jeopardy — and her family, since her domineering mother is also the ballet company’s artistic director. When Cason’s path crosses with a newly sober cancer survivor, they form an unlikely bond — not quite a friendship — as they both navigate uncertain futures.

This actionable guide to practicing self-care for teens is packed with practical tips, tools, and resources. “Be You, Only Better” focuses holistically on 12 categories of personal growth for young adults — including mental, physical, and financial health — with hands-on how-tos and “what the science says” for all.

Stacey may not be an ordinary teenager (she is, in fact, a witch) but she’s dealing with all the typical hassles of boarding school, like worrying about grades, mean girls, and what to do about her crush on her best friend’s ex. When her nightmares become haunted by premonitions of her friend’s murder, can Stacey summon her magic to stop the killer before it’s too late? A spooky YA mystery full of spells and suspense.

After an unpleasant encounter with a mail truck, 17-year-old Amber Borden is having a lousy day, one that sends her into the afterlife. It’s not her time, however, so the directionally-challenged teen is sent back to the land of the living — only she takes a wrong turn into the body of one of the most popular girls in school who has just attempted suicide. Can she find her way back? A darkly humorous coming-of-age YA novel that demonstrates how little we know about those around us.

When handsome senior Jeff dumps his girlfriend for “the fat girl” in his ceramics class, it has others scratching their heads. But Jeff’s a nice guy and wants to help her out after his rude comments about her sent her into a spiral of depression. As Ellen becomes Jeff’s project and begins dropping weight and becoming an independent, confident young woman, he feels like he’s not getting enough credit for all he’s done. This ’80s YA tale is a lesson in power trips and redemption.

Author Barthelmess knows what it’s like to be thrown into the gears of the foster care system: She lived through it herself. “The Quiet You Carry” isn’t based directly on her own life, but it deals with the many issues foster kids face, from sexual and domestic abuse to dealing with the stigma of being “unwanted” by their own families. It’s an emotionally tough read, but also an inspiration and an important wake-up call to those unfamiliar with what foster kids endure.