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Cousins Riley and Maya navigate their new life in Urbanopolis with contrasting personalities: outgoing Riley longs for her Muscogee family, while introverted Maya seeks solitude, missing her parents overseas. As they settle into school—Riley with gymnasts and Maya in Robotics Club—they begin to find their footing. However, their growing sense of belonging is challenged by a hidden adversary threatening their school's culture, forcing the cousins to confront their differences and unite against a common threat.

NSK Neustadt Laureate and New York Times best-selling author Cynthia Leitich Smith delivers a thrilling cross-genre follow-up to the acclaimed Hearts Unbroken.Deftly leading readers to the literary crossroads of contemporary realism and haunting mystery, Cynthia Leitich Smith revisits the world of her American Indian Youth Literature Award winner Hearts Unbroken. Halloween is near, and Hughie Wolfe is volunteering at a new rural attraction: Harvest House. He’s excited to take part in the fun, spooky show—until he learns that an actor playing the vengeful spirit of an “Indian maiden,” a ghost inspired by local legend, will headline. Folklore aside, unusual things have been happening at night at the crossroads near Harvest House. A creepy man is stalking teenage girls and young women, particularly Indigenous women; dogs are fretful and on edge; and wild animals are behaving strangely. While Hughie weighs how and when to speak up about the bigoted legend, he and his friends begin to investigate the crossroads and whether it might be haunted after all. As Moon rises on All Hallow’s Eve, will they be able to protect themselves and their community? Gripping and evocative, Harvest House showcases a versatile storyteller at her spooky, unsettling best.

A boy who intends to take them away from home for good, to an island of wild animals, Merfolk, Fairies, and kidnapped children, to a sea of merfolk, pirates, and a giant crocodile.A boy who calls himself Peter Pan. In partnership with We Need Diverse Books

Recognized with an American Indian Youth Literature Award, this book celebrates Indigenous culture and narratives. It features rich storytelling that highlights the experiences and perspectives of Native youth, blending traditional elements with contemporary themes. Through its engaging characters and vibrant illustrations, the book aims to educate and inspire readers about the importance of cultural heritage and identity. It serves as both a literary work and a valuable resource for understanding Indigenous voices in literature.

In a one-of-a-kind collaboration, seventeen of the most recognizable YA writers—including Shaun David Hutchinson, Neal and Brendan Shusterman, and Beth Revis—come together to share the viewpoints of a group of students affected by a school shooting. It took only twenty-two minutes for Kirby Matheson to exit his car, march onto the school grounds, enter the gymnasium, and open fire, killing six and injuring five others. But this isn’t a story about the shooting itself. This isn’t about recounting that one unforgettable day. This is about one boy—who had friends, enjoyed reading, playing saxophone in the band, and had never been in trouble before—became a monster capable of entering his school with a loaded gun and firing bullets at his classmates. Each chapter is told from a different victim’s viewpoint, giving insight into who Kirby was and who he’d become. Some are sweet, some are dark; some are seemingly unrelated, about fights or first kisses or late-night parties. This is a book told from multiple perspectives—with one character and one event drawing them all together—by some of YA’s most recognizable names.

In the thrilling conclusion of the Feral series, the stakes are higher than ever as characters confront their deepest fears and forge unexpected alliances. Tensions rise as they battle formidable foes and navigate complex relationships, culminating in a gripping climax that tests their resolve and loyalty. Themes of identity, belonging, and the struggle between good and evil are woven throughout, making this finale a captivating and emotional journey for fans of the series.

Launch title in a spin-off companion series set in the same dark-fantasy universe as Cynthia Leitich Smith's best-selling Tantalize quartet.When sexy, free-spirited werecat Yoshi tracks his sister, Ruby, to Austin, he discovers that she is not only MIA, but also the key suspect in a murder investigation. Meanwhile, werepossum Clyde and human Aimee have set out to do a little detective work of their own, sworn to avenge the brutal killing of pal Travis. When all three seekers are snared in an underground kidnapping ring, they end up on a remote island inhabited by an unusual (even by shifter standards) species and its cult of worshippers. Their hosts harbour a grim secret: staging high-profile safaris for wealthy patrons with evil pedigrees, which means that at least one newcomer to the island is about to be hunted, as both wereprey and werepredator fight to stay alive...

YA. Love stories. Horror fiction. Prepare for a hell of a ride as Cynthia Leitich Smith calls on characters from her previous novels - and conjures up new ones for a climactic showdown. When "slipped" angel Zachary and his werewolf pal Kieren are summoned under suspicious circumstances to a mysterious New England boarding school, they quickly find themselves in a hellish lock-down with an intriguing assortment of secretive, hand-picked "students". Plagued by demon dogs, hallucinatory wall decor, a sadistic instructor and a legendary fire-breathing monster, will they somehow manage to escape? Or will the devil have his due? Best-selling author Cynthia Leitich Smith unites heroes from the previous three novels in the "Tantalize" series including Zachary's girl, Miranda, and Kieren's love, Quincie along with a fascinating cast of all-new characters for a suspenseful, action-packed clash between the forces of heaven and hell.

Drawing inspiration from Bram Stoker, this dark fantasy intertwines characters from both Tantalize and Eternal, creating a captivating narrative that promises to engage fans of Cynthia Leitich Smith. The story blends elements of humor and horror, inviting readers into a rich, imaginative world filled with intrigue and supernatural twists.

Terrific teenage gothic novel - vampires and werewolves abound!