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Best YA Reads of 2021 About Family and Community

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

MISFIT IN LOVE

by S.K. Ali

A timely and necessary read for all communities to reflect upon. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

HOME IS NOT A COUNTRY

by Safia Elhillo

Movingly unravels themes of belonging, Islamophobia, and the interlocking oppressions thrust upon immigrant women. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

A SNAKE FALLS TO EARTH

by Darcie Little Badger

A coming-of-age story that beautifully combines tradition and technology for modern audiences. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

AN EMOTION OF GREAT DELIGHT

by Tahereh Mafi

A simply real story, devoid of clichés, that will leave an indelible mark. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

IN THE WILD LIGHT

by Jeff Zentner

A brilliant treasure of a book that holds up a mirror to the best parts of our humanity. Full review >

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