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Carolyn Mackler

    July 13, 1973

    Carolyn Mackler crafts compelling young adult novels that delve into the complexities of identity and the adolescent experience. Her writing is celebrated for its candid voice and profound ability to capture the inner lives of her characters. Mackler's narratives explore the journeys of self-discovery that young people undertake as they navigate the challenges of growing up. Her work has significantly impacted contemporary YA literature, resonating deeply with readers globally.

    Carolyn Mackler
    The Universe Is Expanding and So Am I
    Vegan Virgin Valentine
    Love and Other Four Letter Words
    Not If I Can Help It
    Not If I Can Help It (Scholastic Gold)
    Best Friend Next Door: A Wish Novel
    • 2025

      Right Back at You

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Focusing on the theme of resilience, this narrative explores the journey of seeking support across time to confront challenges such as bullying, toxic friendships, and antisemitism. The story, crafted by an award-winning author, delves into the emotional struggles faced by the protagonist, highlighting the importance of solidarity and understanding in overcoming adversity. Through its poignant storytelling, it invites readers to reflect on the power of connection and the impact of historical context on personal experiences.

      Right Back at You
    • 2023

      The Wife App

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      3.6(2761)Add rating

      Three women create the Wife App to monetize the things wives do for free. Soon, it's the biggest start-up in New York City. But then life intervenes. And the consequences are larger than anything they expected.

      The Wife App
    • 2021

      Not If I Can Help It (Scholastic Gold)

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.0(18)Add rating

      From award-winning Carolyn Mackler, the story of Willa, who has been living with Sensory Processing Disorder but is thrown for a BIG loop when her dad announces he's dating Willa's best friend's mom. Willa likes certain things to be certain ways. Her socks have to be soft . . . and definitely can't have irritating tags on the inside. She loves the crunch of popcorn and nachos . . . but is grossed out by the crunch of a baby carrot. And slimy foods? Those are the worst.Willa can manage all these things -- but there are some things she can't deal with, like her father's big news. He's been keeping a big secret from her . . . that he's been dating the mom of Willa's best friend Ruby. Willa does NOT like the idea of them being together. And she does NOT like the idea of combining families. And she does NOT like the idea of her best friend becoming her sister overnight. Will she go along with all of these changes? NOT if she can help it!

      Not If I Can Help It (Scholastic Gold)
    • 2019

      From award-winning Carolyn Mackler, the story of Willa, who has been living with Sensory Processing Disorder but is thrown for a BIG loop when her dad announces he's dating Willa's best friend's mom.

      Not If I Can Help It
    • 2018

      Six months after Virginia decides to ignore the 'Fat Girl Code of Conduct' and make her relationship with Froggy Welsh the Fourth official, things are getting complicated. She's not sure she still likes Froggy, her mum has betrayed her to the meanest girl in school, and her feelings about her brother Byron are still a mess since he was suspended from university for date rape. But then police come to their apartment and arrest Byron. As Virginia tries to figure it all out, she meets Sebastian - a guy with his own private drama. They make a pact not to talk about their troubles, but then a terrible secret comes out that could ruin everything. This year Carolyn Mackler will re-release her beloved coming-of-age novel The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big Round Things in a newly updated edition. Now she drops readers right back into the hilarious, haphazard life of Virginia Shreves in this long-awaited sequel! Perfect for fans of Rainbow Rowell and Dumplin'.

      The Universe Is Expanding and So Am I
    • 2017

      Best Friend Next Door: A Wish Novel

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      4.2(18)Add rating

      A Printz Honor winner and "New York Times"-bestselling YA author brings honesty and charm to her middle-grade debut with the story of a friendship between two girls who are alike in so many ways, but different in all the wrong ways. Is this the perfect friendship, or a recipe for disaster?

      Best Friend Next Door: A Wish Novel
    • 2016

      Infinite in Between

      • 496 pages
      • 18 hours of reading
      3.7(76)Add rating

      Set against the backdrop of high school, this novel explores the intertwined lives of five teenagers as they navigate the complexities of adolescence. Through a blend of thrilling experiences, heart-wrenching moments, and joyful discoveries, the story captures their growth over four transformative years. The engaging narrative draws parallels to iconic coming-of-age stories, offering a fresh perspective on friendship, identity, and the challenges of growing up.

      Infinite in Between
    • 2012

      It's 1996, and less than half of all American high school students have ever used the Internet. Emma just got her first computer and an America Online CD-ROM. Josh is her best friend. They power up and log on--and discover themselves on Facebook, fif

      The Future of Us
    • 2011

      Maybe I'll decide I have a life story, too, and I'll reveal some of it. The good girl, the jock, the beautiful one, and the geek. Tangle them together, and the unexpected happens. Jena, Dakota, Skye, and Owen are all in Paradise. When they meet, they have no idea how they will all connect—or that their chance encounters will transform each of their lives. The secrets we keep, the risks we take, and the things we do for love: Four months after it all begins in Paradise, none of them will ever be the same.

      Tangled
    • 2011