| Infinity Alchemist by Kacen CallenderBrilliant alchemy student Ramsay caught self-taught Ash practicing alchemy illegally. The two strike a deal to find a legendarily powerful book together in exchange for exam tutoring. This romantic, fast-paced fantasy investigates what true power is and what people will do to gain it. |
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| Wander in the Dark by Jumata EmillWhen Black teen Amir fell asleep on Chloe’s couch, she was alive. But then she was stabbed, and he’s accused of murdering the rich white girl. Now Amir and his half-brother Marcel must set their problems aside to prove Amir’s innocence.
Read-alikes: Francisco X. Stork’s I Am Not Alone and Nick Brooks’ Promise Boys. |
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| The Fox Maidens by Robin HaDespite her society’s limitations, Kai dreams of being a warrior like her father, who killed the nine-tailed fox demon. But are the rumors about her connection to that demon true? This compelling graphic novel reimagines Korean folklore with a contemporary view on identity and destiny. |
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| Even If It Breaks Your Heart by Erin HahnBull-riding champion Case mourns the tragic loss of his best friend Walker by tackling Walker’s unfinished list of goals. The item “Befriend Winnie Sutton” sparks a slow-burning romance with the talented barrel racer. This richly detailed rodeo drama will draw fans of emotionally intense stories. |
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No Time Like Now
by Naz Kutub
Able to grant any living thing extra time, Hazeem must take back the extra life he gave someone when Time itself appears and says he's put the entire timeline in danger, forcing Hazeem to confront the past where he realizes just how much time he's wasted.
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A Suffragist's Guide to the Antarctic
by Yi Shun Lai
Told in journal entries, this historical novel follows suffragist Clara Ketterling-Dunbar, one of 28 crew members of The Resolute marooned on ice 100 miles from the shore of Antarctica, as she demonstrates what women are truly capable of.
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I Hope This Doesn't Find You
by Ann Liang
Channeling her frustrations into email drafts?—ones that she'd never send?—seemingly perfect Sadie Wen finds her carefully crafted, conflict-free life turned upside down when the email is sent out accidentally, and the only person growing to appreciate the “real” Sadie is the only boy she's sworn to hate.
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| Bunt! Striking Out on Financial Aid by Ngozi Ukazu and Mad RupertWhen Molly discovers her scholarship to her dream art school has fallen through, she assembles a ragtag softball team in hopes of getting an athletic scholarship instead. Fans of author Ngozi Ukazu’s popular Check, Please! series are sure to enjoy this heartfelt graphic novel. |
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March is Women's History Month |
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Born a Girl : It Takes Courage
by Alice Dussutour
Sharing the stories of five girls in five different countries whose lives are overshadowed by violence and injustice, just because they're female, this heartbreaking but also inspiring book shows how their individual experiences are different, but their desire for freedom and equality is universal.
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From 1500 to the Late 1700s : Mira Bai to Marie-Antoinette
by Kathleen Kuiper
Mira Bai was a Hindu mystic and poet. She was a follower of the Hindu god Krishna, and today some people celebrate her as a saint. The legacy of Marie-Antoinette can be problematic. As queen of France, she was not well liked by many, but she held a considerable amount of power in Europe. These and many other biographies fill this book for readers of all ages.
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The Women Who Built Hollywood : 12 Trailblazers in Front of and Behind the Camera
by Susan Goldman Rubin
In the early twentieth century, women from all walks of life fought against sexism and racism to succeed in Hollywood as actors, directors, costume designers, editors, and stunt women. From well-known, glamorous starlets like Mary Pickford and Lillian Gish, to under-appreciated trailblazers like Anna May Wong and Hattie McDaniel, acclaimed author Susan Goldman Rubin shows that movies wouldn't be the same without the women who succeeded against the odds and built Hollywood from the ground up.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 14 and up!
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