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12 YA Books for Teen Foodies

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

HUNGRY HEARTS

edited by Elsie Chapman & Caroline Tung Richmond

A brilliant multicultural collection that reminds readers that stories about food are rarely just about the food alone. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THROWBACK

by Maurene Goo

A deft, delightful, and emotionally complex examination of intergenerational relationships. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

SLEEPLESS IN DUBAI

by Sajni Patel

An endearing, feel-good rom-com celebrating love, heritage, and friendship. Full review >

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