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Anna-Marie McLemore

5 Books

Serendipity: Ten Romantic Tropes, Transformed

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

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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The Collectors: Stories

A.S. King, Jason Reynolds, David Levithan, Anna-Marie McLemore, Jenny Torres Sanchez, G. Neri, M. T. Anderson, e. E. Charlton-Trujillo, Cory McCarthy, Randy Ribay

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Faeries Never Lie: Tales to Revel In

Holly Black, Dhonielle Clayton, Kwame Mbalia, Chloe Gong, Zoraida Córdova, Nafiza Azad, Tessa Gratton, Ryan La Sala, L.L. McKinney, Anna-Marie McLemore, Kaitlyn Sage Patterson, Rory Power, Christine Day, Natalie C. Parker

Anthologies Fantasy
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Color Outside the Lines

L.L. McKinney, Adam Silvera, Anna-Marie McLemore, Sangu Mandanna, Elsie Chapman, Karuna Riazi, Lydia Kang, Lauren Gibaldi, Tara Sim, Caroline Tung Richmond, Kelly Zekas, Tarun Shanker, Samira Ahmed, Eric Smith, Lori M. Lee, Michelle Ruiz Keil

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Our Stories, Our Voices: 21 YA Authors Get Real About Injustice, Empowerment, and Growing Up Female in America

Julie Murphy, Ellen Hopkins, Aisha Saeed, Amy Reed, Somaiya Daud, Christine Day, Alexandra Duncan, Sandhya Menon, Amber Smith, Brandy Colbert, Nina LaCour, Martha Brockenbrough, Stephanie Kuehnert, Jaye Robin Brown, Sona Charaipotra, Maurene Goo, Anna-Marie McLemore, Jenny Torres Sanchez, Hannah Moskowitz, Ilene (I.W.) Gregorio, Tracy Deonn

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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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.
13-18 Years 320 Pages
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People collect all sorts of things, but the characters in these stories gather objects that are truly extraordinary. This fascinating anthology brings together tales from some of the best voices in young adult literature, exploring the bizarre and beautiful things people hold onto. You will encounter a teenager who collects pieces of other people's personal collections, and a girl who desperately tries to gather different types of fire without getting burned. You will even ride along with skaters in the 1970s looking for vertical spaces to claim as their own. Each story reveals a hidden truth about why we cling to the things we do and how our obsessions shape our identities. You will discover that a collection is never just a pile of objects; it is a map of a person's memories, desires, and deepest secrets. Dive into these surprising tales and explore the powerful stories hiding within the things we refuse to let go.
13-18 Years 272 Pages
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Get ready to step through a hidden portal and meet creatures who are equal parts magical and mischievous. In this thrilling collection of stories, you will encounter faeries from all over the world, each with their own unique tricks and enchantments. Whether you are chasing a winged trickster through an ancient dynasty or surviving your very first day at a magical boarding school, you are in for an unforgettable ride. You will discover that the fae are not just tiny creatures fluttering in gardens; they are powerful beings capable of bending reality itself. Sometimes they are helpful friends, but other times they are dangerous monsters hiding behind beautiful illusions. As you explore these wild and unpredictable worlds, you will need to keep your wits about you to survive their clever games. Packed with adventure, mystery, and a touch of madness, this collection is perfect for anyone brave enough to peek behind the curtain of the ordinary world. Just remember the most important rule: never, ever trust a faerie's promise.
9-12 Years 336 Pages
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Fierce vigilantes, Chinese pirate ghosts, and treacherous poison gardens set the stage for young people fighting for their right to love. This groundbreaking anthology plunges you into the beautiful, messy complexities of interracial and LGBTQ romance. You will travel from the historical tensions of colonial India to vibrant modern flower festivals, meeting characters who refuse to let societal boundaries dictate their hearts. Every story places differences front and center, exploring how backgrounds can matter deeply while also not mattering at all when true connection strikes. Celebrate the power of brilliant, hopeful youth defying expectations across genres from contemporary drama to historical fantasy. These diverse tales prove that the most profound love stories happen when you dare to color outside the lines.
13-18 Years 312 Pages
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Growing up female in America can be a complicated, challenging, and incredibly powerful experience. In this inspiring collection of essays, some of your favorite authors share their own personal journeys of discovering who they are and learning how to use their voices. These incredible writers tackle major real-world topics, exploring what happens when different cultures, identities, and backgrounds intersect. They share honest stories about facing unfairness, building up the courage to speak out, and finding true empowerment in difficult situations. By opening up about their own lives, these authors offer a supportive hand to anyone navigating similar struggles. This moving anthology is filled with hope, strength, and solidarity. It is a powerful reminder that your unique story matters, and that standing together can help create a more just and beautiful world.
9-12 Years 320 Pages
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