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Leah Johnson

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Serendipity: Ten Romantic Tropes, Transformed

Julie Murphy, Marissa Meyer, Elise Bryant, Elizabeth Eulberg, Leah Johnson, Anna-Marie McLemore, Sandhya Menon, Abigail Hing Wen, Caleb Roehrig, Sarah Winifred Searle

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Cool. Awkward. Black.

Karen Strong, Terry J. Benton, Roseanne A. Brown, Elise Bryant, Tracy Deonn, Desiree S. Evans, Isaac Fitzsimons, Jordan Ifueko, Leah Johnson, Amanda Joy, Danny Lore, Kwame Mbalia, Tochi Onyebuchi, Ciannon Smart, Julian Winters, Ibi Zoboi, Lamar Giles, K Arsenault Rivera, Amerie, Kalynn Bayron

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Ten Romantic Tropes, Transformed

By: Julie Murphy , Marissa Meyer , Elise Bryant , Elizabeth Eulberg , Leah Johnson , Anna-Marie McLemore , Sandhya Menon , Abigail Hing Wen , Caleb Roehrig , Sarah Winifred Searle
Get ready to fall head over heels for a collection of stories that perfectly capture the magic, humor, and awkwardness of falling in love. This heartwarming anthology takes all of your favorite romantic tropes and flips them upside down in the best possible way. From the dizzying butterflies of discovering a secret admirer to the hilarious complications of a fake relationship, these tales celebrate love in its many diverse and beautiful forms. You will experience the sudden shock of a surprising first crush and the warm comfort of a love that has been waiting right in front of you all along. Written by ten incredible, award-winning voices in young adult fiction, every chapter offers a brand new romantic adventure. Whether you are looking to swoon, giggle, or shed a happy tear, this inclusive collection serves as a joyful reminder that love often finds us exactly when we least expect it.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Short Stories
13-18 Years 320 Pages
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By: Karen Strong , Terry J. Benton , Roseanne A. Brown , Elise Bryant , Tracy Deonn , Desiree S. Evans , Isaac Fitzsimons , Jordan Ifueko , Leah Johnson , Amanda Joy , Danny Lore , Kwame Mbalia , Tochi Onyebuchi , Ciannon Smart , Julian Winters , Ibi Zoboi , Lamar Giles , K Arsenault Rivera , Amerie , Kalynn Bayron
Step into a dynamic collection of stories that completely redefines what it means to be a geek. In this multi-genre anthology, some of today's most celebrated Black authors bring you into worlds where imagination knows no bounds. You will meet a girl who searches the skies for UFOs, a boy who might have finally stumbled upon his Prince Charming, an aspiring performer dreaming of the lead role in her school musical, and a misunderstood magician grappling with powers she cannot fully control. Whether you are drawn to contemporary romance, historical fiction, sweeping fantasy, or mind-bending sci-fi, these eclectic tales offer something for every kind of reader. Each story centers exclusively on Black characters, celebrating the many facets of Blackness and geekiness in both our real world and beautifully imagined universes. It is a life-affirming journey that challenges old stereotypes and invites you to embrace exactly who you are. Discover the magic, the awkwardness, and the undeniable coolness of being a geek.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Fiction Short Stories
13-18 Years 337 Pages
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