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20 Books To Get Young People Off Their Phones

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

BEAUTIFUL BRUTAL BODIES

by Linda Cheng

Intense and atmospheric; sure to live on in readers’ minds long after they finish. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

GIRLS WHO PLAY DEAD

by Joelle Wellington

A compelling work that captures the seedy underbelly of small-town politics and the intense bonds of girlhood. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

BREAK WIDE THE SEA

by Sara Holland

An extraordinary work teeming with magic, intrigue, and strong emotion. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE CUFFING GAME

by Lyla Lee

A clever, contemporary romance that explores authenticity in an age of endless scrutiny. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

SEVEN ALL ALONE

by Kirsty McKay

An engrossing thriller and propulsive survival story rolled into one. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

CRUEL SUMMER

by Elizabeth Eulberg ; illustrated by Liz Parkes

A fun, heartfelt anthem celebrating community, ambition, and growing up. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

CHILDREN OF THE NIGHT

by Victoria Setian ; illustrated by Savanna Ganucheau

A compelling and atmospheric modern take on a classic horror story. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

BETTER THE DEVIL

by Erik J. Brown

A grisly, unflinching, and twisty page-turner that takes an honest look at human nature. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

INDOOR KID

by Mat Heagerty ; illustrated by Lisa DuBois-Thompson

Energetic entertainment that promotes healthy sportsmanship. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

TINA

by Niall Harbison

Heartwarming and memorable: an ode to every good doggo and a call to action for animal lovers. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

ADVENTURE AWAITS

by Ky Furneaux

Kids—and their grown-ups—will want to pack this book in their go bags. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

BAD SISTER

by K.R. Alexander

A satisfying balance of compelling characterization and creepiness. Full review >

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