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Title: Body Talk
Author: Kelly Jensen
Price: $17
Description: It’s time to bare it all about bodies! We all experience the world in a body, but we don’t usually take the time to explore what it really means to have and live within one. Just as every person has a unique personality, every person has a unique body, and every body tells its own story.

Title: EndoMEtriosis
Author: Tamer Seckin
Price: $18
Description: From the award-winning Dr. Tamer Seckin comes a book written for all of the Endo Warriors out there, from the thirteen-year-old girl who is being told that her pain is “part of becoming a women,” to the woman who has been misdiagnosed for decades―and needs to know she is not alone. Every girl has the right to be pain-free. To live the life they want to live. The journey toward new and happy lives for young women begins now!

Title: Flowers in the Gutter
Author: K.R. Gaddy
Price: $19
Description: The true story of the Edelweiss Pirates, working-class teenagers who fought the Nazis by whatever means they could.

Title: The Language of Liberty
Author: Edwin C. Hagenstein
Price: $19
Description: The Language of Liberty: A Citizen's Vocabulary is a substantive lexicon of 101 political terms. These are not simply definitions, but explorations of each term's meaning in the broader context of American life and history. Addressing nearly every aspect of our political system, and doing so in a non-partisan, accessible, manner, The Language of Liberty will appeal to anyone wanting to understand our political system more fully. It amounts to an owner's manual for American government. This book is timeless, yet needed now more than ever.

Title: On The Horizon
Author: Lois Lowry
Price: $17
Description: From two-time Newbery medalist and living legend Lois Lowry comes a moving account of the lives lost in two of WWII’s most infamous events: Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima. With evocative black-and-white illustrations by SCBWI Golden Kite Award winner Kenard Pak.

Title: One Life
Author: Megan Rapinoe
Price: $27
Description: Megan Rapinoe, Olympic gold medalist and two-time Women's World Cup champion, has become a galvanizing force for social change; here, she urges all of us to take up the mantle, with actions big and small, to continue the fight for justice and equality

Title: The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh
Author: Candace Fleming
Price: $19
Description: Discover the dark side of Charles Lindbergh - one of America's most celebrated heroes and complicated men - in this riveting biography from the acclaimed author of The Family Romanov.

Title: The Stanley Cup Playoffs
Author: Matt Doeden
Price: $35
Description: Hockey is a thrilling, fast-paced sport, and the action gets even more intense during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Fans can't get enough of the booming slap shots, the devastating body checks, and the overtime finishes. The Stanley Cup Playoffs: The Quest for Hockey's Biggest Prize covers it all with exciting text and vivid photos.

Title: Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates
Author: Brian Kilmeade
Price: $18
Description: The mass market edition of the New York Times Bestseller. This is the little-known story of how a newly independent nation was challenged by four Muslim powers and what happened when America's third president decided to stand up to intimidation.

Title: We Are Power
Author: Todd Hasak-Lowy
Price: $19
Description: A stirring look at nonviolent activism, from American suffragists to Civil Rights to the Climate Change Movement

Title: Whose Right is It?
Author: Hana Bajramovic
Price: $20
Description: Discover the truth about the Second Amendment, the NRA, and the United States’ centuries-long fight over guns in this first-of-its-kind book for middle grade readers.

Title: Women's Art Work
Author:  Sophia Bennett
Price: $20
Description: Discover the work of female artists who have made their mark on the art world.

Title:  Blood Moon
Author: Lucy Cuthew
Price: $19
Description: This powerful, timely novel in verse exposes provocative truths about periods, sex, shame, and going viral for all the wrong reasons.

Title: Breath Like Water
Author: Anna Jarzab
Price: $19
Description: Susannah Ramos has always loved the water. A swimmer whose early talent made her a world champion, Susannah was poised for greatness in a sport that demands so much of its young. But an inexplicable slowdown has put her dream in jeopardy, and Susannah is fighting to keep her career afloat when two important people enter her life: a new coach with a revolutionary training strategy, and a charming fellow swimmer named Harry Matthews.

Title: Burn
Author: Patrick Ness
Price: $19
Description: On a cold Sunday evening in early 1957, Sarah Dewhurst waited with her father in the parking lot of the Chevron gas station for the dragon he’d hired to help on the farm … Sarah Dewhurst and her father, outcasts in their little town of Frome, Washington, are forced to hire a dragon to work their farm, something only the poorest of the poor ever have to resort to. Sarah Dewhurst and her father, outcasts in their little town of Frome, Washington, are forced to hire a dragon to work their farm, something only the poorest of the poor ever have to resort to. Because the dragon knows something she doesn’t. He has arrived at the farm with a prophecy on his mind. A prophecy that involves a deadly assassin, a cult of dragon worshippers, two FBI agents in hot pursuit—and somehow, Sarah Dewhurst herself.

Title: The Burning
Author: Laura Bates
Price: $18
Description: From Laura Bates, internationally renowned feminist and founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, comes a realistic novel for the #metoo era. The Burning will prompt all readers to consider the implications of sexism and the role we can each play in ending it.

Title: Come On In
Author: Adi Alsaid
Price: $19
Description: This exceptional and powerful anthology explores the joys, heartbreaks and triumphs of immigration, with stories by critically acclaimed and bestselling YA authors who are shaped by the journeys they and their families have taken from home—and to find home.

Title: Dear Universe
Author: Florence Gonsalves
Price: $18
Description: A wildly witty and deeply profound chronicle of teenage anxiety and yearning, perfect for fans of Jesse Andrews and Robyn Schneider.

Title: Faith: Taking Flight
Author: Julie Murphy
Price: $19
Description: From Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’, comes the first in a two-book origin story of Faith, a groundbreaking, plus-sized superhero from the Valiant Entertainment comics.

Title: Finding Balance
Author: Kati Gardner
Price: $12
Description: Jase Ellison doesn't remember having acute lymphocytic leukemia when he was three years old. His cancer diagnosis only enters his mind twice a year. Once at his yearly checkup at the oncology clinic and one when he attends Camp Chemo in the summer. No one in his real life knows about his past, especially his friends at Atlanta West Prep. Mari Manos has never been able to hide her cancer survivorship. She wakes every morning, grabs her pink forearm clip crutches, and starts her day. Mari loves Camp Chemowhere she's developed a healthy crush on fellow camper Jase. At Camp, she knows that shell never get the look or have to explain her amputation to anyone. Jase wants to move on, to never reveal his past. But when Mari transfers to his school, he knows she could blow his cover.

Title: Goddess in the Machine 
Author: Lora Beth Johnson
Price: $19
Description: Andra wakes up from a cryogenic sleep 1,000 years later than she was supposed to, forcing her to team up with an exiled prince to navigate an unfamiliar planet in this smart, thrilling sci-fi adventure, perfect for fans of Renegades and Aurora Rising.

Title: If We Were Us
Author: K.L. Walther
Price: $18
Description: A high school romance that flips the switch on the will they or won't they trope when two best friends are forced to confront truths about their friendship, identities, and relationships during their senior year at boarding school.

Title: The Inheritance Games
Author: Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Price: $18
Description: A Cinderella story with deadly stakes and thrilling twists, perfect for fans of One of Us is Lying and Knives Out.

Title: Invisible Differences
Author: Julie Dachez
Price: $20
Description: Translated for the very first time in English, Invisible Differences is the deeply moving and intimate story of what it's like to live day to day with Asperger Syndrome.

Title: It Sounded Better In My Head
Author: Nina Kenwood
Price: $19
Description: From debut author Nina Kenwood comes a tender and funny novel about first love and its confusions, and all of the awkwardness of teen romance.

Title: Late to the Party
Author: Kelly Quindlen
Price: $18
Description: From author Kelly Quindlen comes a poignant and deeply relatable story about friendship, self-acceptance, and what it means to be a Real Teenager. Late to the Party is an ode to late bloomers and wallflowers everywhere.

Title: More Than Just a Pretty Face
Author: Syed M. Masood
Price: $18
Description: For fans of Becky Albertalli and Jenny Han, a sweetly funny YA debut about falling in love, family expectations, and being a Renaissance Man.

Title: Short Stuff
Author: Alysia Constantine
Price: $17
Description: It could start anywhere … At a summer vacation at the lake, just before heading off to college. In a coffee shop, when the whole world is new. In a dragon’s cave, surrounded by gold. At a swim club, with the future in sight. At a summer vacation at the lake, just before heading off to college. In a coffee shop, when the whole world is new. In a dragon’s cave, surrounded by gold. At a swim club, with the future in sight.

Title: These Vengeful Hearts
Author: Katherine Laurin
Price: $19
Description: A thrilling novel about a secret society and the dangers that lie in wait for anyone brave enough to join—perfect for fans of Karen M. McManus, Kara Thomas, and Maureen Johnson.

Title: This Is My Brain In Love
Author: I.W. Gregoria
Price: $18
Description: Told in dual narrative, This Is My Brain in Love is a stunning YA contemporary romance, exploring mental health, race and, ultimately, self-acceptance, for fans of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter and Emergency Contact.

Title: Dearly
Author: Margaret Atwood
Price: $28
Description: A new book of poetry from internationally acclaimed, award-winning and bestselling author Margaret Atwood.

Title: Drawing the Vote
Author: Tommy Jenkins
Price: $25
Description: How the history of American voting rights has shaped the way we vote today.

Title: Eleanor
Author: David Michaelis
Price: $35
Description: Prizewinning bestselling author David Michaelis presents a breakthrough portrait of Eleanor Roosevelt, America’s longest-serving First Lady, an avatar of democracy whose ever-expanding agency as diplomat, activist, and humanitarian made her one of the world’s most widely admired and influential women.

Title: Election Manipulation
Author: John Allen
Price: $31
Description: In a democracy that prides itself on free and fair elections, it is vital that American citizens not lose faith in the integrity of the election. Experts say federal and state governments must approach the threat of election interference with more urgency. Better communication is needed to warn campaigns and election officials when hacking is detected. Social media companies must take steps to eliminate fake news and deceptive ads. More money must be spent to shore up the nation's voting system.

Title: The Empathy Advantage
Author: Lynne Azarchi
Price: $30
Description: We live in a time when empathy is not only lacking but on the decline. Kids are bullied because of the color of their skin, religion, culture, a disability and more. Bullying and cyberbullying are increasing, especially for black and brown kids, LGBT youth, and Jewish and Muslim youth. Fueled by decreases in respect, kindness, and compassion, the house is on fire!

Title: Getting to Center
Author: Marlee Grace
Price: $18
Description: From the beloved creator, workshop facilitator, and author of How to Not Always Be Working comes an approachable and practical guide to leaning into the unknown even when it feels as though everything around—and inside—us is in flux.

Title: Grieving
Author: Cristina Rivera Garza
Price: $17
Description: By one of Mexico's greatest contemporary writers, this investigation into state violence and mourning weaves together personal essay and literary theory, giving voice to the political experience of collective pain.

Title: A History of Plants in Fifty Fossils
Author: Paul Kenrick
Price: $25
Description: An illustrated history of plants presented through the stories of 50 key fossil discoveries.

Title: Human Work in the Age of Smart Machines
Author: Jamie Merisotis
Price: $26
Description: We are living through a time of upheaval and social unrest, with increasing threats to global health, democratic institutions, and the world’s economies. But behind the alarming headlines is another issue that must be quickly addressed: the role of workers is being transformed—and often rendered obsolete—by automation and artificial intelligence.

Title: Humans
Author: Brandon Stanton
Price: $35
Description: Brandon Stanton’s new book, Humans―his most moving and compelling book to date―shows us the world.

Title: In Search of Safety
Author:  Kuklin, Susan
Price: $25
Description: Five refugees recount their courageous journeys to America — and the unimaginable struggles that led them to flee their homelands — in a powerful work from the author of Beyond Magenta and We Are Here to Stay.

Title: Jane Against the World
Author: Karen Blumenthal
Price: $20
Description: From award-winning author Karen Blumenthal, Jane Against the World takes a deep and passionate look at the riveting history of the fight for reproductive rights in the United States―and how Roe v. Wade was only the beginning.

Title: Kent State
Author: Derf Backderf
Price: $25
Description: From Derf Backderf, the bestselling author of My Friend Dahmer, comes the tragic and unforgettable story of the Kent State shootings​.

Title: Mad at the World
Author: William Souder
Price: $32
Description: A resonant biography of America’s most celebrated novelist of the Great Depression.

Title: Made Up
Author: Martha Laham
Price: $34
Description: Made Up exposes the multibillion-dollar beauty industry that promotes unrealistic beauty standards through a market basket of advertising tricks, techniques, and technologies.

Title: Ms. Gloria Steinem: A Life
Author: Winifred Conkling
Price: $20
Description: Throughout the years, Gloria Steinem is perhaps the single-most iconic figure associated with women's rights, her name practically synonymous with the word "feminism." Documenting everything from her boundary-pushing journalistic career to the foundation of Ms. magazine to being awarded the 2013 Presidential Medal of Freedom, Winifred Conkling's Ms. Gloria Steinem: A Life is a meticulously researched YA biography that is sure to satisfy even the most voracious of aspiring glass-ceiling smashers.

Title: On Fascism
Author: Matthew C. MacWilliams
Price: $13
Description: An expert on American authoritarianism offers a searing rebuke of the exceptional narrative that dominates our understanding of US history. In 12 lessons, Matthew C. MacWilliams' On Fascism exposes the divisive rhetoric, strongman tactics, violent othering, and authoritarian attitudes that course through American history and compete with our egalitarian, democratic aspirations. Trumpism isn’t new, but rooted in our refusal to come to terms with this historical reality.

Title: Out!: How to be Your Authentic Self
Author: Miles McKenna
Price: $20
Description: Saving the climate is our common duty. With each passing day, climate change is causing Pacific islands to disappear into the sea, accelerating the extinction of species at alarming proportions and aggravating a water shortage that has affected the entire world. In short, climate change can no longer be denied—it threatens our existence on earth.

Title: The Purpose of Power
Author: Alicia Garza
Price: $27
Description: An essential guide to building transformative movements to address the challenges of our time, from one of the country’s leading organizers and a co-creator of Black Lives Matter

Title: Rewire Your Anxious Brain For Teens
Author: Debra Kissen
Price: $17
Description: It’s time to retrain your brain! In this go-to guide for teens, four anxiety experts offer tangible tips and tools you can use every day to rewire your anxious brain; manage fears, stress, and worry; and get back to living your life.

Title: The Self-Love Revolution
Author: Virgie Tovar
Price: $17
Description: It’s time to ditch harmful, outdated beauty standards and build real, lasting body positivity. It's time for a self-love revolution!

Title: Stuff That's Loud: A Teen's Guide to Unspiraling
Author: Ben Sedley & Lisa Coyne
Price: $17
Description: An OCD book just for you—full of powerful tools and engaging illustrations to help you live the life you want to live, instead of being controlled by OCD.

Title: Unapologetically Ambitious
Author: Shellye Archambeau
Price: $15
Description: Full of empowering wisdom from one of Silicon Valley's first female African American CEOs, this inspiring leadership book offers a blueprint for how to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Title: Votes of Confidence
Author: Jeff Fleischer
Price: $38
Description: Every two years, media coverage of American elections turns into a horse-race story about who's leading the polls and who said what when. Give young adult readers clear explanations about how our election process actually works, why it matters, and how they can become involved. Using real-world examples and anecdotes, this book provides readers with thorough, nonpartisan explanations about primaries, the electoral college, checks and balances, polls, fundraising, and more.

Title: You Too?
Author: Janet Gurtler
Price: $19
Description: A timely and heartfelt collection of essays inspired by the #MeToo movement, edited by acclaimed author Janet Gurtler. Featuring Beth Revis, Mackenzi Lee, Ellen Hopkins, Saundra Mitchell, Jennifer Brown, Cheryl Rainfield and many more.

Title: Danny Constantino's First (And Maybe Last) Date
Author: Paul Acapora
Price: $17
Description: Between going out with his celebrity crush and his mom's campaign to be the next town mayor, Danny's got a lot to learn about life in the spotlight.

Title: Dress Coded
Author: Carrie Firestone
Price: $18
Description: In this debut middle-grade girl-power friendship story, an eighth grader starts a podcast to protest the unfair dress code enforcement at her middle school and sparks a rebellion.

Title: Find Layla
Author: Meg Elison
Price: $17
Description: A neglected girl’s chaotic coming-of-age becomes a trending new hashtag in a novel about growing up and getting away by an award-winning author.

Title: How to be a Girl in the World
Author: Caela Carter
Price: $17
Description: From the critically acclaimed author of the ALA Notable and Charlotte Huck Honor Book Forever, or a Long, Long Time comes a poignant coming-of-age novel about the complicated parts of growing up, finding your voice, and claiming your space. Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Laurel Snyder, or Ali Benjamin!

Title: I'll Be the One
Author: Lyla Lee
Price: $18
Description: The world of K-Pop has never met a star like this. Debut author Lyla Lee delivers a deliciously fun, thoughtful rom-com celebrating confidence and body positivity—perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Julie Murphy.

Title: The Kinder Poison
Author: Natalie Mae
Price: $19
Description: Perfect for fans of Victoria Aveyard and Holly Black, The Kinder Poison is an enthralling fantasy adventure that follows a teenage girl chosen to be the human sacrifice in a deadly game between three heirs who will do anything for the crown.

Title: The King of Jam Sandwiches
Author: Eric Walters
Price: $13
Description: Thirteen-year-old Robbie leads a double life. It's just Robbie and his dad, but no one knows that his dad isn't like most parents. Sometimes he wakes Robbie up in the middle of the night to talk about dying. Sometimes he just leaves without telling Robbie where he’s going. Once when Robbie was younger, he was gone for more than a week. Robbie was terrified of being left alone but even more scared of telling anyone in case he was put into foster care. No one can know. Until one day when Robbie has to show the tough new girl, Harmony, around school. Their first meeting ends horribly and she punches Robbie in the face. But eventually they come to realize that they have a lot more in common than they thought. Can Robbie's new friend be trusted to keep his secret?

Title: Scare Me
Author: K.R. Alexander
Price: $7
Description: A haunted house has come to life in this spine-tingling novel from the author of The Collector

Title: The Climate Emergency Atlas
Author: Dan Hooke
Price: $20
Description: Our house is on fire - it's time to wake up to the climate crisis facing planet Earth before it's too late.

Title: Pride
Author: Robin Stevenson
Price: $25
Description: Like the original version, this new edition of Pride: The Celebration and the Struggle celebrates the LGBTQ+ community's diversity and the incredible victories of the past 50 years―but it also has a larger focus on activism, the need to keep fighting for equality and freedom around the world and the important role that young people are playing.

Title: Thank You For Coming to My TED Talk
Author: Chris Anderson
Price: $17
Description: A teen edition of the New York Times best-selling TED TALKS: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking, chock-full of tips and techniques to help teens become confident, capable speakers.