We’re so excited to read a collection of Halloween-inspired stories, a tale of a vampire-slaying society, a story of a teen destined for greatness, and an enemies-to-lovers romance! NIGHT OF THE LIVING QUEERS: 13 TALES OF TERROR & DELIGHT EDITED BY SHELLY PAGE AND ALEX BROWN “Via a wide range of intersecting identities and tones, […]
Tag: LGBTQ+
YA Spotlight (8/21/23)
These new YA releases will fulfill your craving for queer stories with a heartwarming story of a gay teen who becomes a new father, and a Sapphic romance where two teens must solve a mystery and save a town. UNEXPECTING BY JEN BAILEY “Poignantly rendered character dynamics—particularly between Ben and his stepfather, and Ben and […]
Genre Friday: Fantasy (8/18/23)
Today we’re getting lost in the fantastical worlds of dragon-riding, hunters and werewolves, ancient Egypt, and gods and goddesses reincarnated! IRON FLAME BY REBECCA YARROS LibraryReads votes due by October 1st. This highly-anticipated sequel to FOURTH WING continues Violet Sorrengail’s story after she’s survived her first year at Basgiath War College for dragon riders. But […]
Booklist YA Webinar Recap (8/15/23)
A big thank you to all who attended today’s Booklist YA webinar! In case you missed it, check out the titles we talked about below, and click here to watch the recording! RUTHLESS VOWS by Rebecca Ross | 9781250857453 | 12/26/23THE HUNTING MOON by Susan Dennard | 9781250194145 | 11/7/23ARTIFACTS OF AN EX by Jennifer […]
Genre Friday: Romance (8/11/23)
We are swooning over these two YA romances that feature a modern twist on the classic Arthurian legend and a teen determined to get over a breakup by way of an art exhibit. GWEN & ART ARE NOT IN LOVE BY LEX CROUCHER Available for download on Edelweiss know more. “In this fun summer romance, […]
Heartstopper Reading Recommendations
Has season 2 of Heartstopper left you aching for more beautiful queer love stories? We’ve got just the fix! ALWAYS THE ALMOST by Edward Underhill9781250835208 | available nowA trans pianist makes a New Year’s resolution on a frozen Wisconsin night to win regionals and win back his ex, but a new boy complicates things in […]
YA Spotlight (7/31/23)
Girl-power fantasy, romance in the dangerous wilderness, and horror-comedy at the theater are all part of the newest YA releases! GUARDIANS OF DAWN: ZHARA BY S. JAE-JONES “The pressures [the characters] feel to protect their family at all costs and desire to carve out happiness for themselves, all while dodging dangers both human and magical, […]
YA Spotlight (7/24/23)
We’re so excited for this week’s release of a ghost-riddled, Austen-inspired boarding school romance and the story of a fantastical war that will determine the fate of an entire kingdom! GHOSTED: A NORTHANGER ABBEY NOVEL BY AMANDA QUAIN “Quick-witted humor, banter, and a slow-burn romance evoke familiar Austenian relationship fare, making this cozy read a […]
Sneak Peek: August 2023 Indie Next List
The August 2023 Indie Next List includes FOUR Macmillan titles! THORNHEDGE BY T. KINGFISHER9781250244093 | 8/15/23 2 starred reviews! “This marvelously fractured fairy tale takes a well-known and well-loved story and turns it completely around, into a story about love not being enough, duty not being sufficient, and love and joy being found in the unlikeliest of […]
Genre Friday: Romance (7/14/23)
From teens finding first love to adults falling for the people right under their noses, these romances are sure to bring all the sparks and feels! FRIENDS DON’T FALL IN LOVE BY ERIN HAHN Available for download on Edelweiss know more. LibraryReads votes due by September 1st. Lorelai and Craig have been musicians and best […]
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