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More New YA!

Continued Series FictionFirebrand by A.J. Hartley (Alternative Detective #2)Anglet Sutonga, a former Steeplejack, must pose as a foreign princess to catch the thief who stole the government’s plans for a secret weapon. Yet Ang has other things on her mind as well. Refugees from the north are trickling into the city, but an ambitious politician is proposing extreme measures to […]

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Megalist: Even More New YA!

We have lots of new stuff in almost every genre- find your next new summer read! Continued Series Fiction:Scattering by Kimberly McCreight (Outliers #2)Wylie escaped the camp in Maine but is still far from safe. Her best chance to protect herself is to understand her ability — and fast. Is her bond with Jasper strong enough to overcome demons from […]

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Explode Your Holds With New YA!

Continued Series Fiction:Legacy of lies ; Don’t tell by Elizabeth Chandler (Dark Secrets)In Legacy of Lies, Megan has to stay with the uptight grandmother she wants nothing to do with. She’s determined to get through the visit without any drama, but when she falls into a twisted love triangle with potentially fatal consequences, Megan may be caught up in her […]

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Explode Your Holds With Even More New YA!

Continued Series Fiction:Traitor to the Throne by Alwyn Hamilton (A Rebel of the Sands Novel)Desperate to uncover the Sultan’s secrets by spying on his court, gunslinger Amani is taken captive by the forces of the Sultan, whose agenda seems less tyrannical than originally believed. Ghostly Echoes by William Ritter (A Jackaby Novel)Jenny Cavanaugh, the ghostly landlord of 926 Augur Lane, […]

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Romantic Reads

Looking for some romantic reads to get your Valentine’s Day fix? Look no further than these love stories! The Lovely Reckless by Kami GarciaRomeo and Juliet meets The Fast and the Furious in this edgy romance set in the suburbs of Washington, DC. Shuffle, Repeat by Jen KleinWhen Oliver and June are forced to ride to school together each morning, […]

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Explode Your Holds: What’s New in YA?

Check out what’s new in YA today: Continued Series Fiction:The Demon King by Cinda William Chima (a Seven Realms Novel)Relates the intertwining fates of former street gang leader Han Alister and headstrong Princess Raisa, as Han takes possession of an amulet that once belonged to an evil wizard and Raisa uncovers a conspiracy in the Grey Wolf Court. Take the […]

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The Best YA Books of 2016

‘Tis the season for “Best of” lists, and so we put together a list of some of the best Young Adult books that came out this year. This may have been a rough year in a lot of ways, but 2016 has been a great one for new YA books. What books would make your “best of 2016” list? This […]

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Review: Firstlife

Firstlife by Gena Showalter  is a science fiction/fantasy novel full of surprises and cliff-hangers that keep you wanting more. The story follows a girl named Tenley, who has to decide where she wants to spend the rest of her life. Both sides (or realms) want Ten on their side as they believe she is destined for greatness. This is a stunning […]

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Banned Books Week: Stand Up For Your Right to Read!

Celebrate Banned Books Week 2016: September 25 through October 1 Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Typically held during the last week of September, it highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all […]

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Explode Your Holds With Even More Speculative Fiction!

Check out what’s new this summer with even more speculative fiction! Devil and the Bluebird by Jennifer Mason-BlackArmed with her mother’s guitar, a knapsack of cherished mementos, and a pair of magical boots, Blue journeys west in search of her sister Cass, but when the devil she met at the town’s crossroads changes the terms of their deal, Blue must reevaluate […]