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David Levithan

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David Levithan is an award-winning American author and editor of young adult literature, widely celebrated for his pioneering works featuring LGBTQ+ themes and characters. He has written numerous acclaimed solo novels, such as "Two Boys Kissing" and "Every Day," while also frequently collaborating with other prominent authors. His popular collaborative works include "Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List" and the "Dash & Lily" series, both co-authored with Rachel Cohn.
Every Day

Every Day

David Levithan

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Love Is the Higher Law

David Levithan

Courage Emotions
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Every Day

Another Day

David Levithan

Emotions
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Two Boys Kissing

David Levithan

Diverse Voices
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Every Day

Someday

David Levithan

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Boy Meets Boy

David Levithan

Humor
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Hold Me Closer: The Tiny Cooper Story

David Levithan

Humor Music
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Are We There Yet?

David Levithan

Family Humor
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Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List

Rachel Cohn, David Levithan

Friendship Humor
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Invisibility

David Levithan, Andrea Cremer

Magic
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Dash & Lily

Mind the Gap

Rachel Cohn, David Levithan

Friendship Holidays
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Every You, Every Me

David Levithan, Jonathan Farmer

Mystery
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Marly's Ghost

David Levithan, Brian Selznick

Ghosts
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Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist

Rachel Cohn, David Levithan

Humor Music
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Dash & Lily

The Twelve Days of Dash & Lily

Rachel Cohn, David Levithan

Friendship Holidays
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101 Ways to Get Away with Anything!

David Levithan, Malcolm

Family Humor
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Dash & Lily

Dash & Lily's Book of Dares

Rachel Cohn, David Levithan, Valentine Vignault

Holidays Humor
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Answers in the Pages

David Levithan, Christopher Gebauer, Vikas Adam, Oliver Wyman

Friendship Social Justice
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Will Grayson, Will Grayson

John Green, David Levithan, MacLeod Andrews, Nick Podehl

Fiction Friendship
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Up All Night

David Levithan, Laura Geringer Bass, Gene Luen Yang, Peter Abrahams, Ariel Pollak, Libba Bray, Patricia McCormick, Sarah Weeks

Anthologies Fiction
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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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Who Done It?

Barry Lyga, Lemony Snicket, Rebecca Stead, Kiersten White, Sara Shepard, Liz Braswell, Libba Bray, Maureen Johnson, David Levithan, Peter Brown, Melissa De La Cruz, Jon Scieszka, Gayle Forman, Jacquelyn Mitchard, Lauren Myracle, Lev Grossman, Ned Vizzini, Todd Strasser, Jennifer E. Smith, Jordan Sonnenblick, Robin Wasserman, Michelle Zink, Susane Colasanti, Sarah Beth Durst, Lindsey Kelk, Lauren Oliver, Natalie Standiford, Melissa C. Walker, Jen Calonita, Adele Griffin, J.R. Angelella, Kate Angelella, Jennifer Belle, Steve Brezenoff, Elise Broach, Patrick Carman, Elizabeth Craft, Julia DeVillers, Paige Pooler, Larry Doyle, Dave Eggers, Daniel Ehrenhaft, Elizabeth Eulberg, Helen Fitzgerald, Aimee Friedman, Margaux Froley, Claudia Gabel, Michelle Gagnon, Adam Gidwitz, Anna Godbersen, Julia Mayer, Rebecca Gibel

Anthologies Fiction
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Every Day

Every Day

By: David Levithan
Every day a different body. Every day a different life. Every day in love with the same girl. For as long as A can remember, there has never been any warning about where they will wake up or who they will be. A has made peace with this bizarre existence by establishing a strict set of rules to live by: Never get too attached. Avoid being noticed. Do not interfere in the host's life. It's all fine until the morning A wakes up in the body of a teenager named Justin and meets Justin's girlfriend, Rhiannon. From that single moment, the rules by which A has been surviving no longer apply. Because finally, A has found someone they want to be with—day in, day out, day after day. But can you truly love someone who is destined to change every single morning? This captivating, wildly unique romance pushes the boundaries of identity and connection, asking what it truly means to love another person's soul.
13-18 Years 338 Pages
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First there is a Before, and then there is an After. On the morning of September 11, 2001, the lives of three teenagers are altered forever. Claire, a high school junior, frantically tries to reach her younger brother in his downtown classroom. Jasper, a college sophomore from Brooklyn, wakes to terrified phone calls from his parents in Korea. And Peter, a classmate of Claire's, must navigate his way back to school as the world collapses around him. As the catastrophic events of the day unfold, the intertwining lives of these three teens are profoundly reshaped. Brought together by tragedy, they slowly get to know one another, their moments winding together to create new friendships and a deeper awareness of the fragile world around them. Treated with incredible care and compassion, this moving novel is a story of profound loss and grief, but also of resilience. As Claire, Jasper, and Peter learn to move forward, they discover that even in the darkest times, love is the higher law.
Courage Emotions Friendship
13-18 Years 178 Pages
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Every Day

Another Day

By: David Levithan
Every day is exactly the same for Rhiannon. She has accepted her predictable life, convincing herself that she deserves her distant, temperamental boyfriend, Justin. She has even established her own strict guidelines to survive their relationship: Don't be too needy. Avoid upsetting him. Never get your hopes up. Then, one morning, everything changes. Justin suddenly seems to truly see her. He wants to be with her, and together they share a perfect, magical day—a day that Justin inexplicably doesn't remember the next morning. Confused, heartbroken, and desperate to recapture that incredible connection, Rhiannon starts questioning everything about her life and her relationship. Then a stranger approaches her with an impossible truth: the Justin she spent that perfect day with, the one who made her feel like a deeply valued person, wasn't Justin at all. Flipping the perspective of the bestselling novel Every Day, this enthralling story explores the complexities of love, identity, and the courage it takes to change your life.
Emotions
13-18 Years 338 Pages
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By: David Levithan
Harry and Craig are about to make history. The two seventeen-year-olds have decided to take part in a grueling, thirty-two-hour marathon of kissing to set a new Guinness World Record. But as the boys lock lips and the hours tick by, they become much more than a spectacle. They become a focal point for the world around them. While Harry and Craig battle dehydration and sleep deprivation, their public kiss ripples through the lives of other teenagers navigating their own journeys. From languishing long-term relationships and the terrifying thrill of coming out, to exploring gender identity and the digital rabbit hole of hookup sites, everyone is searching for a sense of belonging. Watching over them all is a Greek Chorus of the generation of gay men lost to the AIDS epidemic, offering a profound, historical perspective on the freedoms today's youth enjoy. Based on true events, this beautifully woven narrative is a powerful celebration of love, shared humanity, and the courage it takes to be yourself.
Diverse Voices
13-18 Years 210 Pages
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Every Day

Someday

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Every day a new body. Every day a new life. Every day a new choice. For as long as A can remember, existence has meant waking up in a different person's body every single morning, forced to live as that person until the day ends. A always believed this was a solitary fate, completely convinced that no one else in the world lived a life like this. But A was wrong. There are others. Already wrestling with the powerful, complicated feelings of love and loneliness that come from loving Rhiannon, A is suddenly thrust into a much larger, more dangerous reality. Discovering that they are not alone brings an intense understanding of the extremes that isolation can lead to. As A, Rhiannon, and Nathan cross paths with the mysterious Reverend Poole, they must confront the darkest aspects of their shared condition. Taking readers deeper into this wildly unique universe, this captivating sequel explores profound questions about identity, connection, and what truly makes us human.
13-18 Years 402 Pages
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Welcome to a high school like no other. Here, the cheerleaders ride Harleys, the gay-straight alliance was formed to help the straight kids learn how to dance, and the homecoming queen is also the star quarterback, Infinite Darlene. In this wonderfully eccentric world, sophomore Paul has always felt right at home. Then Paul meets Noah, and he is absolutely certain he has found the one his heart is made for. Everything is perfect—until Paul completely blows it. Now, the school bookie says the odds are twelve-to-one against him ever getting Noah back. But Paul isn't about to give up without playing his love really, really loud. With his best friend drifting away, another friend clashing with ultra-religious parents, and an ex-boyfriend who just won't disappear, Paul's life is suddenly a mess. Sometimes, though, everything needs to fall apart before it can fit together perfectly. Dive into this joyful, meaningful romantic comedy about finding love, losing it, and doing whatever it takes to win it back.
Humor
13-18 Years 241 Pages
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The Tiny Cooper Story

By: David Levithan
Jazz hands at the ready! It is finally Tiny Cooper's turn in the spotlight. As the world's largest person who is also really, really gay, Tiny stole readers' hearts in the bestselling novel Will Grayson, Will Grayson. Now, he is taking center stage to tell his own story the way he always intended: as a spectacular, larger-than-life musical! From his fabulous birth and highly theatrical childhood to his relentless quest for true love and his infamous, glittering parade of ex-boyfriends, Tiny holds nothing back. Told entirely through the full script of his legendary musical, this novel is packed with big, lively, belty musical numbers, hilarious stage directions, and profound moments of vulnerability. Bursting with honesty, humor, and unapologetic pride, this unique companion novel is a joyful celebration of self-acceptance, friendship, and the courage it takes to live your life out loud.
Humor Music Theater
13-18 Years 208 Pages
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Sixteen-year-old Elijah is completely mellow, a clueless dreamer who goes with the flow. His twenty-three-year-old brother, Danny, is a stuck-up, workaholic drone who doesn't know how to relax. It's no wonder the two brothers can barely tolerate each other. Desperate to repair their fractured relationship, their parents trick them into taking a nine-day trip to Italy together. Suddenly, Danny and Elijah are trapped in a nightmare, forced to spend countless hours side by side in a foreign country. But the dynamic shifts when Elijah meets Julia, a fascinating girl who quickly captures his attention. Soon, the brothers aren't spending nearly as much time together. Then, Julia meets Danny. Before long, all three of them are swept up in a mixed-up, turned-around world of sibling rivalry, Italian adventures, and unexpected romance. This magical, introspective journey isn't just about finding a place on a map—it's about finding a place in the heart.
Family Humor Travel
13-18 Years 226 Pages
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By: Rachel Cohn , David Levithan
Naomi and Ely have been inseparable since childhood. They share everything: a New York City apartment building, a deep bond, and a very specific set of rules. Naomi is straight, Ely is gay, and to protect their friendship, they created the No Kiss List—a sacred registry of people neither of them is ever allowed to kiss. But when Naomi's latest boyfriend, Bruce, isn't put on the list, a massive loophole opens up. And when Ely kisses Bruce, the unthinkable happens: Naomi's heart is completely broken. Suddenly, the ultimate best-friendship is facing a rift of universal proportions. Can Naomi and Ely find their way back to each other, or is this the end of their lifelong institution? Told in alternating voices, this offbeat and emotionally honest story explores the messy, complicated boundaries of friendship and romance. It is a vibrant look at growing up, moving on, and leaving room for every kind of love.
Friendship Humor
13-18 Years 258 Pages
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By: David Levithan , Andrea Cremer
Stephen is used to being invisible. He was born that way—cursed to live a life unseen by the rest of the world. Elizabeth, on the other hand, sometimes wishes she could disappear. Moving to New York City offers her the perfect chance to blend into the background and escape her past. Then, the impossible happens: Stephen and Elizabeth meet, and to his absolute amazement, she can actually see him. For the first time in his life, Stephen is known. And to Elizabeth's surprise, she wants him to see her in return—all of her. But their blossoming romance quickly draws them into a hidden, dangerous world of grudges, misfortunes, spells, and ancient curses. As the invisible world threatens to tear them apart, Stephen and Elizabeth must decide just how deep they are willing to go to break the curse. Thrust into a supernatural battle, they will discover that the answer could mean the difference between love and death.
Magic
13-18 Years 317 Pages
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Dash & Lily

Mind the Gap

By: Rachel Cohn , David Levithan
Dash and Lily have always shared a special connection, but right now, they are feeling an ocean apart—literally. After Dash is accepted to Oxford University, Lily stays behind in New York City to run her dog-walking business. The devoted couple is trying their hardest to make a long-distance relationship work, but the miles between them are taking a toll. When Dash breaks the news that he won't be coming home for Christmas, Lily decides to take matters into her own hands. If Dash can't come to her, she will fly to London and surprise him! It sounds like the perfect romantic gesture, but things quickly spin wildly out of Lily's control. Soon, Dash and Lily are feeling a massive gap between them, even when they are finally in the same city. Will the magic of a London Christmas bring them back together, or will the distance between their hearts be their ultimate undoing?
Friendship Holidays Travel
13-18 Years 256 Pages
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By: David Levithan , Jonathan Farmer
Ever since his best friend Ariel disappeared from his life, Evan has been completely unable to sleep. He spends night after night torturing himself, consumed by guilt over his role in her absence. Then, the photographs start appearing. Evan begins discovering a series of unnerving, mysterious pictures—some of which feature him. Someone is stalking him. Someone is messing with his mind. And as crazy as it sounds, Evan is starting to believe that Ariel is the one behind it all, returning to punish him for his mistakes. As Evan desperately tries to unravel the mystery behind the photos, his insomnia and paranoia amplify, causing his reality to fracture. The deeper he digs into the truth, the more he starts to unravel himself. This gripping, psychological thriller is a haunting exploration of grief, guilt, and the terrifying tricks our own minds can play on us.
Mystery
13-18 Years 258 Pages
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By: David Levithan , Brian Selznick
When Ben loses his girlfriend, Marly, his entire world shatters. With her gone, life feels completely meaningless, and the approaching Valentine's Day only serves as a bitter, hollow reminder of everything he has lost. He expects to spend the day wallowing in grief, but the universe has an entirely different plan. Suddenly, Marly's ghost appears before him, setting the stage for an extraordinary and haunting intervention. Guided by three other mysterious spirits, Ben is forced onto a painful but necessary journey through Valentine's Days of his past, present, and future. This brilliant, modern twist on a beloved holiday classic forces Ben to confront his deepest fears and hardest truths about love. You will be completely swept away by this deeply emotional exploration of heartbreak, healing, and finding a way to move forward.
Ghosts
13-18 Years 215 Pages
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By: Rachel Cohn , David Levithan
I know this is going to sound strange, but would you mind being my girlfriend for the next five minutes? Nick is nursing a broken heart, wandering through New York's indie rock scene to avoid his ex-girlfriend. Norah is questioning all of her assumptions about the world and just wants to survive the night. They have absolutely nothing in common except for their excellent taste in music. But when Nick asks Norah to pretend to be his girlfriend for five minutes to save face, a single kiss sparks an unforgettable adventure. What starts as a fake relationship quickly turns into an epic, all-night quest to find a legendary band's secret show. Set against the vibrant, sleepless backdrop of New York City, Nick and Norah navigate the joy, anxiety, and thrilling confusion of a first date. Told in alternating voices, this sexy, funny roller coaster of a story is a brilliant reminder that you can never be sure where the night will take you.
Humor Music
13-18 Years 312 Pages
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By: Rachel Cohn , David Levithan
Dash and Lily have had a tough year since they first fell in love through a red notebook of dares. Lily's beloved grandfather recently suffered a heart attack, and his difficult road to recovery has taken a major toll on her typically sunny, optimistic disposition. In fact, Lily's spark has dimmed so much that she is barely excited for her favorite time of the year. With only twelve days left until Christmas, her brother Langston decides to put aside his long-standing grudge against Dash. Together, they team up to remind Lily of everything there is to love about life. Dash, Langston, and their quirky group of friends take Manhattan by storm, launching a grand, romantic scheme to help Lily recapture the holiday spirit. Set against the magical, wintry backdrop of New York City in December, this hilarious and heartfelt sequel is a perfect celebration of teen love, family bonds, and the healing power of the holidays.
Friendship Holidays Humor
13-18 Years 242 Pages
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By: David Levithan , Malcolm
Do you need some highly effective, totally foolproof tips on the fine art of driving your parents completely crazy? Or maybe you are looking for solid advice on how to talk to your crush without making a total fool of yourself? Told through the hilarious, unmistakable voice of the star of the hit TV sitcom Malcolm in the Middle, this ultimate survival guide has you covered. Whether you are trying to figure out how to deal with a deeply neurotic teacher, desperately need to build an airtight alibi, or want to construct a killer robot in your spare time, Malcolm is here to share his genius-level wisdom. Packed with laugh-out-loud humor and incredibly relatable middle-child angst, this book is your go-to manual for navigating the everyday chaos of family, school, and growing up. Get ready to learn exactly how to get away with just about anything!
Family Humor Television
13-18 Years 91 Pages
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By: Rachel Cohn , David Levithan , Valentine Vignault
I've left some clues for you. If you want them, turn the page. If you don't, put the book back on the shelf, please. Sixteen-year-old Lily has hidden a red notebook full of challenges on her favorite bookstore shelf, waiting for the right guy to come along and accept its dares. Enter Dash, a cynical teen who is in a notoriously bad mood during the holidays. When he happens to pick up the notebook, he decides to rise to the challenge. What follows is a whirlwind, scavenger-hunt romance as Dash and Lily trade dares, dreams, and desires in the notebook, passing it back and forth at locations all across New York City. But as they reveal their deepest secrets on the page, a looming question remains: can their in-person selves possibly connect as well as their notebook versions? Or will their highly anticipated meeting end in a comic mismatch of disastrous proportions?
Holidays Humor Mystery
13-18 Years 290 Pages
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By: David Levithan , Christopher Gebauer , Vikas Adam , Oliver Wyman
When Donovan left his copy of The Adventurers on the kitchen counter, he didn't think his mom would read it—much less have a huge problem with it. To him, it's just a thrilling story about two characters trying to stop an evil genius. But soon, the entire town is freaking out over whether the book's main characters are gay. Donovan's mom launches a massive campaign to get the book removed from the middle school curriculum, and suddenly, Donovan is caught right in the middle of a fierce community battle. He doesn't actually know if the two boys fall in love at the end of the story or not. But he does know one thing for sure: even if they do, it shouldn't matter. No book should be banned from school. Interweaving three connected storylines, this bold and timely novel is all about finding your voice. It's a fun, empowering story about standing up to censorship, being brave, and fighting for what is right.
Friendship Social Justice
9-12 Years 177 Pages
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By: John Green , David Levithan , MacLeod Andrews , Nick Podehl
One freezing night, in a highly unexpected corner of a Chicago adult video store, a teenager named Will Grayson crosses paths with another teenager named Will Grayson. Aside from sharing the exact same name, the two boys are completely different, running in wildly separate circles and dealing with entirely different sets of personal struggles. One Will is aggressively trying to live without caring about anything, while the other is battling deep depression and an incredibly complicated secret online relationship. When their isolated worlds violently collide, both Will Graysons find their lives forcefully redirected in new and completely surprising ways. Together, they are pushed toward major romantic turning points, deeply necessary self-discoveries, and the epic production of history’s most fabulous, over-the-top high school musical. Told in alternating chapters by two completely distinct narrative voices, this hilarious and poignant collaboration is brimming with profound insight. It masterfully explores the messy reality of identity, the terrifying vulnerability of opening up to others, and the absolute importance of standing up for your friends.
Fiction Friendship Humor Theater
13-18 Years 322 Pages
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By: David Levithan , Laura Geringer Bass , Gene Luen Yang , Peter Abrahams , Ariel Pollak , Libba Bray , Patricia McCormick , Sarah Weeks
Have you ever wondered what happens while the rest of the world is fast asleep? In this collection of short stories, the night is just beginning. When the sun goes down and the lights flick off, an entirely different kind of adventure sparks to life. You will meet young people who find themselves awake during the quietest, darkest hours, each facing their own unique challenges and discoveries. Some are looking for answers, while others are just trying to find themselves in the shadows of the night. Whether they are sneaking out, staying in, or wandering through empty streets, these characters experience moments of mystery, excitement, and deep reflection. You will find yourself turning the pages as their nighttime journeys unfold, exploring the secrets that only the dark can hide. Brought to you by some of the most celebrated writers in young literature, these tales capture the magic and sometimes the loneliness of staying awake when everyone else is dreaming. If you love a good mix of drama, friendship, and the thrill of the unknown, this collection will keep you hooked long past your own bedtime. Grab a flashlight, get cozy, and get ready to read into the late hours.
Anthologies Fiction Friendship Short Stories
9-12 Years 220 Pages
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Stories

By: 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
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.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Fiction Short Stories
13-18 Years 272 Pages
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By: Barry Lyga , Lemony Snicket , Rebecca Stead , Kiersten White , Sara Shepard , Liz Braswell , Libba Bray , Maureen Johnson , David Levithan , Peter Brown , Melissa De La Cruz , Jon Scieszka , Gayle Forman , Jacquelyn Mitchard , Lauren Myracle , Lev Grossman , Ned Vizzini , Todd Strasser , Jennifer E. Smith , Jordan Sonnenblick , Robin Wasserman , Michelle Zink , Susane Colasanti , Sarah Beth Durst , Lindsey Kelk , Lauren Oliver , Natalie Standiford , Melissa C. Walker , Jen Calonita , Adele Griffin , J.R. Angelella , Kate Angelella , Jennifer Belle , Steve Brezenoff , Elise Broach , Patrick Carman , Elizabeth Craft , Julia DeVillers , Paige Pooler , Larry Doyle , Dave Eggers , Daniel Ehrenhaft , Elizabeth Eulberg , Helen Fitzgerald , Aimee Friedman , Margaux Froley , Claudia Gabel , Michelle Gagnon , Adam Gidwitz , Anna Godbersen , Julia Mayer , Rebecca Gibel
Prepare for a literary whodunit like no other! When the notoriously unpleasant book editor Herman Mildew is found murdered, the guest list for his last party becomes a suspect list of epic proportions. Over eighty of your favorite young adult and children's authors, from Jon Scieszka to John Green, find themselves under the magnifying glass. Each author must provide an alibi, but there's a catch: every single one of them is a fabulist, a storyteller with something to hide. Dive into this star-studded anthology where every alibi is a twisted tale, and the truth is buried under layers of creative deception. Can you piece together the clues from these unreliable narrators and figure out who finally silenced the cantankerous Mildew? This collection of short, intriguing mysteries offers a unique challenge, blending humor and suspense as you try to solve the ultimate literary puzzle.
Anthologies Fiction Humor Mystery Problem Solving Short Stories
13-18 Years 373 Pages
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