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Best Indie Middle-Grade & YA Books of 2019

  • TEEN

    STAR-CROSSED

    OCT. 2, 2018

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

STAR-CROSSED

by Pintip Dunn

An unusual focus on food only improves this intriguing coming-of-age story. Full review >

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  • FICTION

    THE UNMARKED GIRL

    JUNE 29, 2018

FICTION

THE UNMARKED GIRL

by Jeanelle Frontin

An engrossing SF/fantasy that breathes new life into old tropes. Full review >

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  • FICTION

    TWO LIKE ME AND YOU

    MAY 20, 2019

TWO LIKE ME AND YOU

by Chad Alan Gibbs

A smashing debut that’s both intimate and epic. Full review >

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  • TEEN

    SICK KIDS IN LOVE

    NOV. 5, 2019

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

SICK KIDS IN LOVE

by Hannah Moskowitz

A highly recommended work that’s thoughtful, funny, wise, and tender. Full review >

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  • FICTION

    THE INVISIBLE BOAT

    DEC. 7, 2013

FICTION

THE INVISIBLE BOAT

by Eric G. Müller

A delightful, compelling fantasy adventure sure to win fans. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

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