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• 49 Days

  Lee, Agnes (Comic book artist),

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  In 49 days we follow Kit after death. There are 49 days between life and passing or rebirth. We see Kits's journey in the in-between. This poignant story explores grief from multiple perspectives, as Kit’s loved ones cope with her passing…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Arya Khanna's Bollywood Moment

  Avachat, Arushi,

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  Arya Khanna is juggling her senior year as student council VP, family drama surrounding her sister’s shaadi preparations, and a growing rivalry-turned-romance with Dean Merriweather. This heartwarming coming-of-age story explores culture,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Bad Ones

  Albert, Melissa,

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  After a falling out with her best friend Becca, Nora must follow cryptic messages to uncover the truth behind Becca’s disappearance. The messages lead her to the dangerous “goddess game” they once adored as children. Perfect for fans of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Bless the Blood

  a Cancer Memoir

  Nehanda, Walela,

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  Contracting blood cancer at twenty-five tips Walela Nehanda’s world on axis, their life and ambitions forced on pause, while their mind continues on. Throughout their cancer journey, Nehanda is forced to witness firsthand the injustices of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Born a Girl

  It Takes Courage

  Dussutour, Alice,

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  Born a Girl talks about what it's like to be a femme person around the world and all the things that come with that. Inspired by real stories Born a Girl speaks on and informs the reader of the injustices and violence women and girls…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Boy Lost in the Maze

  Coelho, Joseph,

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  The Boy Lost in the Maze is a book written in verse that compares the experience of Theo, a modern-day boy searching for his father whom he’s never met, and the ancient story of Theseus. In the same way that Theseus encounters many enemies…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Brownstone

  Teer, Samuel,

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  Brownstone is a heartwarming story about 14-year-old Almudena, who has to spend the summer with her father, Xavier, whom she’s never met. Almudena struggles with her identity as she navigates a new culture, a language barrier, and her…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Canto Contigo

  a Novel

  Garza Villa, Jonny,

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  Rafie is the 3-time winning lead singer of his Texas high school’s Mariachi group, and he plans to end his senior year with a final win. Mariachi is everything to Rafie, it’s a big part of his culture, and his late grandfather’s passion.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Crash Landing

  Li, Charmaine Anne,

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  Jay Wong is about done with everything. She’s going into her senior year, has no clue what she wants to do for college, can’t seem to land her kick flip, and is desperate for anything to make her last year at home different. When Ash Chan,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Crashing Into You

  Callen, Rocky,

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  Leti Rivera is a 17-year-old girl who’s determined to prove herself as a top street racer in a male-dominated world. Her brother taught her everything she knows about driving, and with the support of her crew, Leti dreams of making a name…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Death's Country

  Romero, R. M. (Rachael Maria), 1987-

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  After a near-death experience, Andres turns to music to cope with his family conflicts. When his girlfriend Liora faces her own brush with death, Andres and Renee, their partner, journey to the underworld to bring her back. This modern…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Deep Dark

  Ostertag, Molly Knox,

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  In a remote desert home, Magdalena Herrera is hiding a secret. She’s used to being alone, keeping her darkness to herself while caring for her ailing grandmother, working her part-time job, and desperately trying to keep it together. But…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Dragonfruit

  Lucier, Makiia,

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  Hanalei has been living in exile for ten years, despite being a descendant of one of Tamarind’s most respected families. Her banishment stems from her father’s theft of a sea dragon egg meant to save the island’s ailing princess.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Eighteen Roses

  Rogers, Shannon C. F.,

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  Lucia is used to feeling isolated, but when her mother secretly plans the debut she refused to have, she’s torn between honoring her family’s wishes and staying true to herself. With themes of Filipino traditions, family dynamics, and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Evergreen

  Greenlee, Devin,

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  Quill, a young dryad, has lived his entire life confined to his family’s apartment, tending their magical garden and working in their flower shop. His overprotective mother and sister believe it’s too dangerous for him to venture outside.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Every Time You Hear That Song

  Voris, Jenna,

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  In a small Arkansas town, Darren Purchase dreams of leaving her roots behind to become a renowned journalist. When her favorite singer, Deckelee Cassel, dies, Darren enters a race to find Deckelee’s lost time capsule, with a $3 million…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School

  Jewell, Tiffany,

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  Everything I Learned About Racism, I Learned in School is a powerful exploration into the systemic, racist, and painful experiences faced by Black and Brown students within the American Education System. Through a combination of personal…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Eyes Open

  Miller-Lachmann, Lyn, 1956-

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  Set in 1967 Portugal, Eyes Open follows Sónia, a determined young poet living under a harsh dictatorship. Inspired by the anti-government art of her boyfriend Zé Miguel, Sónia writes poems challenging the oppressive regime. But when her…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Harrowing

  Kiesling, Kristen,

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  Rowan’s life changes forever when she is initiated as a Harrow by the Rosewood Institute. Mysteries about her life begin to unravel—why her mother always wore gloves and the strange premonitions Rowan has experienced. Harrows possess the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Here I Am, I Am Me

  An Illustrated Guide to Mental Health

  Bean, Cara,

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  This nonfiction graphic novel uses fun illustrations and approachable commentary to explore mental health topics, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and the science behind brain chemicals and hormones. With its accessible…Read moreRead more of this annotation