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S. E. Hinton

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"A powerful story" of a boy leaving the city streets for a summer at a horse farm—and discovering the possibility of a different life ( Kirkus Reviews).

An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
An ALA Quick Pick

With an absent mother and a domineering stepfather, Travis uses his tough-guy exterior to hide his true passion: writing. After a violent confrontation with his stepfather, Travis is sent to live on his uncle's horse ranch—exile to a born-and-bred city kid. Angry and yearning for a connection, Travis befriends Casey, the horse-riding instructor at the ranch, and the untamable horse in her stable: the Star Runner.

When a friend from the city visits with stories of other kids from the neighborhood facing jail time, Travis is more determined than ever that he needs to escape the life of juvenile delinquency he seems destined for. When the offer of a book deal comes through, Travis is hopeful that this is his chance to escape—if only his stepfather will stop standing in the way of his dreams.

In this novel, the acclaimed author of The Outsiders "portrays her characters with sympathy and yet commendably refuses to gloss over rough edges or gritty truths" ( Publishers Weekly).

"Hinton continues to grow more reflective in her books, but her great understanding, not of what teenagers are but of what they can hope to be, is undiminished."— Kirkus Reviews

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"A powerful story" of a boy leaving the city streets for a summer at a horse farm—and discovering the possibility of a different life ( Kirkus Reviews). An ALA Best Book for Young Adults An ALA Quick Pick With an absent mother and a domineering stepfather, Travis uses his tough-guy exterior to hide his true passion: writing. After a violent confrontation with his stepfather, Travis is sent to live on his uncle's horse ranch—exile to a born-and-bred city kid. Angry and yearning for a connection, Travis befriends Casey, the horse-riding instructor at the ranch, and the untamable horse in her stable: the Star Runner. When a friend from the city visits with stories of other kids from the neighborhood facing jail time, Travis is more determined than ever that he needs to escape the life of juvenile delinquency he seems destined for. When the offer of a book deal comes through, Travis is hopeful that this is his chance to escape—if only his stepfather will stop standing in the way of his dreams. In this novel, the acclaimed author of The Outsiders "portrays her characters with sympathy and yet commendably refuses to gloss over rough edges or gritty truths" ( Publishers Weekly). "Hinton continues to grow more reflective in her books, but her great understanding, not of what teenagers are but of what they can hope to be, is undiminished."— Kirkus Reviews

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Sent to live with his uncle after a violent confrontation with his stepfather, sixteen-year-old Travis, an aspiring writer, finds life in a small Oklahoma town confining until he meets an eighteen-year-old horse trainer named Casey.
13-18 Years 193 Pages
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Bryon and Mark have been best friends, practically brothers, since childhood, always having each other's backs and navigating their tough neighborhood together. But as they grow older, their paths begin to diverge. Bryon finds himself yearning for a more stable life, seeking to leave their rough street past behind, especially as he becomes serious about his girlfriend, Cathy. Mark, however, remains drawn to the thrill and danger of their old ways, unable to let go of the excitement and challenges that come with being on the edge. As their world becomes more complicated with increasing involvement in gangs and the harsh realities of drug use, the intense bond between Bryon and Mark faces its ultimate test. This powerful story explores the difficult journey of growing up, the painful process of change, and what happens when two people who were once inseparable start to drift dangerously apart. It’s a compelling look at loyalty, betrayal, and the tough decisions that shape who you become.
13-18 Years 192 Pages
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The iconic international bestseller and inspiration for the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical—now in a beautiful 40th anniversary package featuring the original cover!
The Outsiders transformed young-adult fiction.”—The New York Times

“This remarkable novel gives a moving, credible view of the outsiders from the inside. . . . A book with a powerful message.”—The Horn Book

“Stay gold, Ponyboy.”

No one ever said life was easy. But Ponyboy is pretty sure that he's got things figured out. He knows that he can count on his brothers, Darry and Sodapop. And he knows that he can count on his friends—true friends who would do anything for him, like Johnny and Two-Bit. But not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids whose idea of a good time is beating up on “greasers” like Ponyboy. At least he knows what to expect—until the night someone takes things too far.

Celebrating 40 years of an enduring classic that laid the groundwork for the YA genre, this beautiful edition of The Outsiders is the perfect way to honor this impressive milestone and a must-have for fans of all ages.

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Inspiration for the 2024 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical! Celebrate the fortieth anniversary of a classic with this stunning edition, featuring the original cover. First published by Viking in 1967, The Outsiders immediately resonated with young adults. This groundbreaking novel was like nothing else out there—it was honest and gritty, and was a deeply sympathetic portrayal of Ponyboy, a young man who finds himself on the outside of regular society. Forty years later, with over thirteen million copies sold, the story is as fresh and powerful to teenagers today as it ever was.
13-18 Years 192 Pages
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The iconic international bestseller and inspiration for the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical—now in a beautiful 50th anniversary package complete with bonus content!

The Outsiders transformed young-adult fiction.”—The New York Times

“This remarkable novel gives a moving, credible view of the outsiders from the inside. . . . A book with a powerful message.”—The Horn Book

“Stay gold, Ponyboy.”

No one ever said life was easy. But Ponyboy is pretty sure that he's got things figured out. He knows that he can count on his brothers, Darry and Sodapop. And he knows that he can count on his friends—true friends who would do anything for him, like Johnny and Two-Bit. But not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids whose idea of a good time is beating up on “greasers” like Ponyboy. At least he knows what to expect—until the night someone takes things too far.

Celebrating 50 years of the novel that laid the groundwork for the YA genre, this is the ultimate edition for fans of THE OUTSIDERS. A perfect way to honor this impressive milestone and a must-have for fans of all ages.

This special edition of the groundbreaking novel contains:

Never before seen photos and letters from the publisher's archives

Original review clippings and media coverage
Photos from the author’s personal collection
A gallery of covers around the world
New material from the stars and director of the iconic film--including Francis Ford Coppola, Rob Lowe, Matt Dillon, and others

…and so much more!

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50 years of an iconic classic! The international bestseller and inspiration for a beloved movie--now with bonus content. This special edition of the groundbreaking novel contains: Never before seen photos and letters from the publisher's archives Original review clippings and media coverage Photos from the author’s personal collection A gallery of covers around the world New material from the stars and director of the iconic film--including Francis Ford Coppola, Rob Lowe, Matt Dillon, and others And much more! Celebrating 50 years of the novel that laid the groundwork for the YA genre, this is the ultimate edition for fans of THE OUTSIDERS. A perfect way to honor this impressive milestone and a must-have for fans of all ages. Ponyboy can count on his brothers. And on his friends. But not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids whose idea of a goo d time is beating up on “greasers” like Ponyboy. At least he knows what to expect—until the night someone takes things too far.
13-18 Years 224 Pages
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Nick and his parents get more than they bargained for when their newly adopted puppy, Aleasha, decides she'll have more fun with her new family if she becomes human, too. So begins a laugh-out-loud adventure told from Aleasha's point of view, about her transformation from puppy to girl. A Parents' Choice Silver Honor Book.

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Nick and his parents get more than they bargained for when their newly adopted puppy, Aleasha, decides she'll have more fun with her new family if she becomes human, too. So begins a laugh-out-loud adventure told from Aleasha's point of view, about her transformation from puppy to girl. A Parents' Choice Silver Honor Book.

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A young boy is astonished when his new puppy begins to change into a human girl who says to him, "I love you, brother!
13-18 Years 93 Pages
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From the author of The Outsiders: "Immediate and gripping" tales of two boys whose lives diverge in dramatic ways after a shared childhood tragedy ( School Library Journal).

Terry and Mike were cousins who were as close as cousins could be—more like twin brothers, really. They thought they were invincible and that the happy times would last forever, until the day their fathers headed off for their annual deer-hunting trip. That was when everything started to change, and their paths went in very different directions.

Years later, another fateful event will send one of them to prison—and the other to a bartending job in Oklahoma—while the prospect of an eventual reunion looms . . .

From the award-winning author of That Was Then, This Is Now and Rumble Fish, " Some of Tim's Stories is a compact set of vignettes" full of "sharp, concise observation" ( The New York Times).

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From the author of The Outsiders: "Immediate and gripping" tales of two boys whose lives diverge in dramatic ways after a shared childhood tragedy ( School Library Journal). Terry and Mike were cousins who were as close as cousins could be—more like twin brothers, really. They thought they were invincible and that the happy times would last forever, until the day their fathers headed off for their annual deer-hunting trip. That was when everything started to change, and their paths went in very different directions. Years later, another fateful event will send one of them to prison—and the other to a bartending job in Oklahoma—while the prospect of an eventual reunion looms . . . From the award-winning author of That Was Then, This Is Now and Rumble Fish, " Some of Tim's Stories is a compact set of vignettes" full of "sharp, concise observation" ( The New York Times).

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Complemented by exclusive interviews with the best-selling author of The Outsiders, a collection of fourteen original, interconnected short stories captures the lives of adults lost in a world of missed opportunities and connections, in a volume that chronicles the larger saga of two cousins, Terry and Mike, whose paths lead to very different futures.
13-18 Years 164 Pages
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The love between two teenage brothers helps to alleviate the harshness of their usually parentless life as they struggle to grow up.
13-18 Years 194 Pages
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50 years of an iconic classic! This international bestseller and inspiration for a beloved movie is a heroic story of friendship and belonging.

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No one ever said life was easy. But Ponyboy is pretty sure that he's got things figured out. He knows that he can count on his brothers, Darry and Sodapop. And he knows that he can count on his friends—true friends who would do anything for him, like Johnny and Two-Bit. But not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids whose idea of a good time is beating up on “greasers” like Ponyboy. At least he knows what to expect—until the night someone takes things too far.

The Outsiders is a dramatic and enduring work of fiction that laid the groundwork for the YA genre. S. E. Hinton's classic story of a boy who finds himself on the outskirts of regular society remains as powerful today as it was the day it was first published.

"The Outsiders transformed young-adult fiction from a genre mostly about prom queens, football players and high school crushes to one that portrayed a darker, truer world." —The New York Times

"Taut with tension, filled with drama." The Chicago Tribune

"[A] classic coming-of-age book." —Philadelphia Daily News

A New York Herald Tribune Best Teenage Book
A Chicago Tribune Book World Spring Book Festival Honor Book
An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
Winner of the Massachusetts Children's Book Award


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Includes bonus material, a new foreword by the author, and a discussion guide.

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Ponyboy can count on his brothers. And on his friends. But not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids whose idea of a good time is beating up "greasers" like Ponyboy. At least he know what to expect - until the night someone takes things too far.-- ((back cover)
13-18 Years 188 Pages
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Stylistically superb. . . . This packs a punch that will leave readers of any age reeling."--"School Library Journal," Starred
"Sharper in focus and more mature in style than Hinton's The Outsiders."--"Booklist"
"An ALA Best Books for Young Adults"
"A" School Library Journal "Best Books of the Year"

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Rusty-James wants to be as great a street-fighter as his older brother until Bill Wilcox suddenly pulls a knife on him.

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Rusty-James is the toughest guy in the group of high-school kids who hang out and shoot pool down at Benny's, and he enjoys keeping up his reputation. What he wants most of all is to be just like his older brother, the Motorcycle Boy. He wants to stay calm and laughing when things get dangerous, to be the toughest street fighter and the most respected guy on their side of the river. Rusty-James isn't book-smart, and he knows it. He relies on his fists instead of his brains. Until now he's gotten along all right, because whenever he gets into trouble, the Motorcycle Boy bails him out. But Rusty-James' drive to be like his brother eats away at his world--until it all comes apart in an explosive chain of events. And this time the Motorcycle Boy isn't around to pick up the pieces.
13-18 Years 122 Pages
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