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Until we meet again

Qian, Lily Kim,


Lily isn't sure where home is anymore. Her family is constantly on the move, resettling in different towns across Canada and, eventually, in Shanghai, China. Her father plays the role of primary caregiver while her mother is absent for long periods of time. When she reappears, her strange behavior turns Lily's life upside down. As Lily enters her college years, she strives to better understand her family and her place in the world. From debut author Lily Kim Qian comes a poetic and vividly illustrated memoir that questions whether second-generation immigrants can escape inherited trauma and the mindset instilled by their parents.
Date Published:2026

Lily isn't sure where home is anymore. Her family is constantly on the move, resettling in different towns across Canada and, eventually, in Shanghai, China. Her father plays the role of primary caregiver while her mother is absent for long periods of time. When she reappears, her strange behavior turns Lily's life upside down. As Lily enters her college years, she strives to better understand her family and her place in the world. From debut author Lily Kim Qian comes a poetic and vividly illustrated memoir that questions whether second-generation immigrants can escape inherited trauma and the mindset instilled by their parents.

Date Published:2026

Wrack & rune

Kappel, Chris,


Nineteen year old Rory Denborough was born into magic by way of the insular society known as The Translators. For his entire life, Rory has been given control over a world of awe-inspiring wonders -- telekinesis, shape-shifting, teleportation, advanced healing, even time travel. Everything is possible thanks to his family's enchanted bloodline and an ancient language passed down through generations. Rory's life is full of miracles. But he's not happy. Because Rory's world is also a world of secrets. Translators hide in the shadows, keeping their power from the world around them. Rory struggles in this secrecy, sneaking out of his family's hidden highrise apartment to blend into the wonderfully normal streets and peoples of New York City. After sneaking out one night, Rory meets Tyson, an Outsider, who knows nothing about the Translators or their gifts. Soon, the two young men are falling in love ... but this idyllic romance starts to fall apart once Rory reveals his magical origins. Tyson raises a question--one that Rory has never considered and now must contend with--why keep magic secret, when so many people could be helped by it? The truth--and terrible danger--soon follows.
Date Published:2025

Nineteen year old Rory Denborough was born into magic by way of the insular society known as The Translators. For his entire life, Rory has been given control over a world of awe-inspiring wonders -- telekinesis, shape-shifting, teleportation, advanced healing, even time travel. Everything is possible thanks to his family's enchanted bloodline and an ancient language passed down through generations. Rory's life is full of miracles. But he's not happy. Because Rory's world is also a world of secrets. Translators hide in the shadows, keeping their power from the world around them. Rory struggles in this secrecy, sneaking out of his family's hidden highrise apartment to blend into the wonderfully normal streets and peoples of New York City. After sneaking out one night, Rory meets Tyson, an Outsider, who knows nothing about the Translators or their gifts. Soon, the two young men are falling in love ... but this idyllic romance starts to fall apart once Rory reveals his magical origins. Tyson raises a question--one that Rory has never considered and now must contend with--why keep magic secret, when so many people could be helped by it? The truth--and terrible danger--soon follows.

Date Published:2025

The college try

Cuartero-Briggs, Olivia,


What if you could go back and do it over again? A desperate single comedian attends her 20-year college reunion in a disastrous attempt to win back the one who got away. But, through a magical twist of fate, she gets to go back to her sophomore year of college for one last chance to fix it all.
Date Published:2026

Ruridragon. 2, Don't need to be besties /

Shindo, Masaoki,


Translation of: Ruridragon. Presented in manga format, read from right to left. Parental advisory: Contains mild language. After releasing a burst of electricity during class, Ruri officially has her next dragon trait: electrostatic discharge! But not everyone wants to be friends with a dragon girl. Can Ruri soften up a steely classmate? Or will her attempts go up in flames?
Date Published:2025

Ms. Marvel : remnants of the past

Faruqi, Saadia.


Kamala Khan is Jersey City's premier super hero, Ms. Marvel! She's stretched between going to the mosque, posting Avengers fanfic on the internet, and fighting crime. But then a clash ends with a pair of priceless spectacles in the wrong hands--Ms. Marvel's! Now she's on a mission to return them to where they belong, once she's figured out where that is. A mysterious new bad guy drops hints at magical secrets the spectacles hold, setting Ms. Marvel on a quest to Lahore, Pakistan. It's the trip of a lifetime, seeing the land of her father's youth, but Kamala is forced to grapple with what to do when the choice between right and wrong isn't so clear.
Date Published:2026

Kamala Khan is Jersey City's premier super hero, Ms. Marvel! She's stretched between going to the mosque, posting Avengers fanfic on the internet, and fighting crime. But then a clash ends with a pair of priceless spectacles in the wrong hands--Ms. Marvel's! Now she's on a mission to return them to where they belong, once she's figured out where that is. A mysterious new bad guy drops hints at magical secrets the spectacles hold, setting Ms. Marvel on a quest to Lahore, Pakistan. It's the trip of a lifetime, seeing the land of her father's youth, but Kamala is forced to grapple with what to do when the choice between right and wrong isn't so clear.

Date Published:2026

The ultimate unofficial world cup book : legends, stats, and stories from soccer's biggest game

Barbo, Maria S.,


From star players and powerhouse teams to historic moments and record-breaking stats, this action-packed book is filled with full-color photos, fun facts, and must-know trivia. Dive into the history of the world's most beloved tournament, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the players, coaches, and unforgettable games that have shaped the World Cup legacy. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the sport, you'll discover exciting stories, eye-popping facts, and all the essential details that make the World Cup the greatest sporting event on the planet.
Date Published:2026

From star players and powerhouse teams to historic moments and record-breaking stats, this action-packed book is filled with full-color photos, fun facts, and must-know trivia. Dive into the history of the world's most beloved tournament, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the players, coaches, and unforgettable games that have shaped the World Cup legacy. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the sport, you'll discover exciting stories, eye-popping facts, and all the essential details that make the World Cup the greatest sporting event on the planet.

Date Published:2026

Let me be honest : 28 young artists on surviving an uncertain world


An anthology of poetry, prose, and artwork written by youth for youth, that addresses the complexities of navigating teenage life in an increasingly changing and complex world. This mixed-media anthology takes readers on an emotional journey through the highs and lows of being a teen in these turbulent and often challenging times. Beautifully designed by Sy Rohoman alongside poignant artwork from Cleopatria Peterson, the book showcases poetry, memoir, art, photos, and essays, exploring racism, mental health, substance use, and difficult relationships. In the process, the artists show how they have made their own way despite societal and personal challenges. Let Me Be Honest demonstrates the power of these young artists’ voices while also acting as a balm and road map for young readers who are experiencing similar circumstances.
Date Published:2026

An anthology of poetry, prose, and artwork written by youth for youth, that addresses the complexities of navigating teenage life in an increasingly changing and complex world. This mixed-media anthology takes readers on an emotional journey through the highs and lows of being a teen in these turbulent and often challenging times. Beautifully designed by Sy Rohoman alongside poignant artwork from Cleopatria Peterson, the book showcases poetry, memoir, art, photos, and essays, exploring racism, mental health, substance use, and difficult relationships. In the process, the artists show how they have made their own way despite societal and personal challenges. Let Me Be Honest demonstrates the power of these young artists’ voices while also acting as a balm and road map for young readers who are experiencing similar circumstances.

Date Published:2026

Always raining here

Hazel and Bell (Creative duo),


A stand alone adaptation of the popular webcomic by the same name about the down-to-earth courtship between two gay teenagers as they fumble with high school, parental expectations, their dreams, and each other. Carter is an impulsive, fun-loving, gay teen on a mission to finally hook up with any cute, single guy who will have him. Unfortunately, his options are slim. Enter recently-single Adrian. Adrian initially plays along but slams on the brakes when he realizes he is still in love with his ex. After a messy, uninhibited night at a house party that results in Carter helping both Adrian and his best friend Maria--the two boys form a tentative friendship. But can their vague relationship survive their first official hookup and Adrian's self-destructiveness?
Date Published:2025

A stand alone adaptation of the popular webcomic by the same name about the down-to-earth courtship between two gay teenagers as they fumble with high school, parental expectations, their dreams, and each other. Carter is an impulsive, fun-loving, gay teen on a mission to finally hook up with any cute, single guy who will have him. Unfortunately, his options are slim. Enter recently-single Adrian. Adrian initially plays along but slams on the brakes when he realizes he is still in love with his ex. After a messy, uninhibited night at a house party that results in Carter helping both Adrian and his best friend Maria--the two boys form a tentative friendship. But can their vague relationship survive their first official hookup and Adrian's self-destructiveness?

Date Published:2025

X-Men : the manga remastered. #01 /

Lee, Stan, 1922-2018,


Manga format; reads from back to front, right to left. Jubilation Lee is a teenager with a secret: she's a mutant, the next level of human evolution, and has fantastic powers. All she wants is a normal life with trips to the mall to get away from her parents, but when the mutant-hunting robots known as Sentinels come after her, that normal life is pushed out of her reach! Discover the X-Men--mutant heroes hated and feared by a world they're sworn to protect.
Date Published:2024

Manga format; reads from back to front, right to left. Jubilation Lee is a teenager with a secret: she's a mutant, the next level of human evolution, and has fantastic powers. All she wants is a normal life with trips to the mall to get away from her parents, but when the mutant-hunting robots known as Sentinels come after her, that normal life is pushed out of her reach! Discover the X-Men--mutant heroes hated and feared by a world they're sworn to protect.

Date Published:2024

If you were here

Stinson, Kathy,


A child sets out to explore the environment around their home, using all their senses. Yet, someone important is missing, someone the child wishes could be there on the journey. Expressive text by Kathy Stinson leaves room for readers' own interpretations about who the child in the story might be missing, while Indigenous illustrator Maya McKibbin's gorgeous images capture the lush beauty of the natural world and the tenderness of a child's emotions.
Date Published:2025

A child sets out to explore the environment around their home, using all their senses. Yet, someone important is missing, someone the child wishes could be there on the journey. Expressive text by Kathy Stinson leaves room for readers' own interpretations about who the child in the story might be missing, while Indigenous illustrator Maya McKibbin's gorgeous images capture the lush beauty of the natural world and the tenderness of a child's emotions.

Date Published:2025

Hirayasumi. 1 /

Shinzo, Keigo,


Reads from right to left. "Original Japanese edition published by Shogakukan"--Colophon. At 29 years old, carefree Hiroto Ikuta doesn't have a girlfriend, a full-time job, or a plan for the future--and he couldn't be happier. Hiroto's breezy attitude isn't easy for everyone to understand, though. In a world filled with anxiety, confusion, and grief, Hiroto and the people who surround him are all just doing their best to figure out this thing called life. After developing an unlikely friendship with the grouchy old woman who lives in his neighborhood, Hiroto suddenly finds himself inheriting not just her house but some rather difficult emotions as well. His 18-year-old cousin, Natsumi, moves in with him, but as a struggling art student, she has her own troubles to deal with and may just put Hiroto's easygoing lifestyle to the test.
Date Published:2024

Reads from right to left. "Original Japanese edition published by Shogakukan"--Colophon. At 29 years old, carefree Hiroto Ikuta doesn't have a girlfriend, a full-time job, or a plan for the future--and he couldn't be happier. Hiroto's breezy attitude isn't easy for everyone to understand, though. In a world filled with anxiety, confusion, and grief, Hiroto and the people who surround him are all just doing their best to figure out this thing called life. After developing an unlikely friendship with the grouchy old woman who lives in his neighborhood, Hiroto suddenly finds himself inheriting not just her house but some rather difficult emotions as well. His 18-year-old cousin, Natsumi, moves in with him, but as a struggling art student, she has her own troubles to deal with and may just put Hiroto's easygoing lifestyle to the test.

Date Published:2024

Red

Cardi, Annie,


"A modern retelling of The scarlet letter." Musically gifted sixteen-year-old Tess Pine and her mother are forced to move in with Tess's strict Christian grandparents after Tess's father dies and her mother loses her job. Tess's grandparents insist she and her mom attend church and Tess finds comfort in her faith, the church youth group, and the church choir. But after the church's adult choir leader Alden grooms Tess and gets her pregnant, Tess confides in her mother who supports Tess's desire to have an abortion. Tess is harassed and bullied by kids at school and takes solace with a new group of band friends who encourage her to express her emotions through music. Tess does and tries to speak out and stop the abuse in Hawthorne.
Date Published:2025

"A modern retelling of The scarlet letter." Musically gifted sixteen-year-old Tess Pine and her mother are forced to move in with Tess's strict Christian grandparents after Tess's father dies and her mother loses her job. Tess's grandparents insist she and her mom attend church and Tess finds comfort in her faith, the church youth group, and the church choir. But after the church's adult choir leader Alden grooms Tess and gets her pregnant, Tess confides in her mother who supports Tess's desire to have an abortion. Tess is harassed and bullied by kids at school and takes solace with a new group of band friends who encourage her to express her emotions through music. Tess does and tries to speak out and stop the abuse in Hawthorne.

Date Published:2025

Something to be proud of

Quirke, Anna Zoe,


A group of teens, led by sixteen-year-old aspiring comedian Imogen, come together to organize an accessible Pride festival while challenge stereotypes and confronting injustices in their school and beyond.
Date Published:2026

Heart check : a varsity novel

Charlotte, Emily,


Dawson, a star hockey player, and Harper, his biggest critic, must confront their assumptions about each other while working together at an after-school job, as they navigate their differences and find unexpected common ground.
Date Published:2025

Nothing like the movies

Painter, Lynn,


Grieving his father's death, Wes breaks up with Liz, but is now determined to win her back with grand romantic gestures despite her resistance and the presence of a new guy friend, leading him to question if their relationship is truly over.
Date Published:2024

Hatchet

Paulsen, Gary,


"Newberry Honor Book." This is a Kurzweil title and a copy can be found in the Learning Object Repository, Special Education, Assistive Technology Library. Paging varies. After a plane crash, thirteen-year-old Brian spends fifty-four days in the wilderness, learning to survive initially with only the aid of a hatchet given him by his mother, and learning also to survive his parents' divorce.
Date Published:1996

Busted

Mills, Jean, 1955-,


Jonah knows that hockey culture needs to change—rough play after practice is one thing, but everything shifts when a locker room fight turns serious and Jonah accidentally captures it on video. As he wrestles with what to do, his sister discovers the clip on his phone and sends it to Drake, the team’s most volatile player and the one who enjoys and encourages the fights the most. Now Jonah is panicking: if the coach or parents see the video and recognize anyone, it could cost the team their spot in an upcoming inter-city tournament, and Drake is already furious, threatening whoever filmed the fight. As practices and games continue, the tension grows, hanging heavily over the team both on and off the ice.
Date Published:2026

Jonah knows that hockey culture needs to change—rough play after practice is one thing, but everything shifts when a locker room fight turns serious and Jonah accidentally captures it on video. As he wrestles with what to do, his sister discovers the clip on his phone and sends it to Drake, the team’s most volatile player and the one who enjoys and encourages the fights the most. Now Jonah is panicking: if the coach or parents see the video and recognize anyone, it could cost the team their spot in an upcoming inter-city tournament, and Drake is already furious, threatening whoever filmed the fight. As practices and games continue, the tension grows, hanging heavily over the team both on and off the ice.

Date Published:2026

In the name of the mermaid princess. 1 /

Fumikawa, Yoshino,


Translated from the Japanese. Reads from right to left. "First published in Japan in 2020 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo"--Colophon. Contains a bonus story. In a society hostile to diversity, can mermaid princess Mio be true to herself? In the classic fairy tale, a mermaid princess gives up her special abilities for love. What happens if she doesn't? Princess Mio is betrothed to Prince Chika. However, they've never met, and he doesn't know her secret--she's a mermaid! When her tutor, Yuri, takes her out of the castle to meet her subjects, Mio begins to accept her true self. But Yuri has a secret too... And when Mio tells her father, the king, she wants to live life openly as a mermaid, he punishes her. How can she stay true to herself?
Date Published:2024

Translated from the Japanese. Reads from right to left. "First published in Japan in 2020 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo"--Colophon. Contains a bonus story. In a society hostile to diversity, can mermaid princess Mio be true to herself? In the classic fairy tale, a mermaid princess gives up her special abilities for love. What happens if she doesn't? Princess Mio is betrothed to Prince Chika. However, they've never met, and he doesn't know her secret--she's a mermaid! When her tutor, Yuri, takes her out of the castle to meet her subjects, Mio begins to accept her true self. But Yuri has a secret too... And when Mio tells her father, the king, she wants to live life openly as a mermaid, he punishes her. How can she stay true to herself?

Date Published:2024

Otaku vampire's love bite. 1 /

Suzuki, Julietta,


Some vampires live to feast on the blood of their victims. Others just want to score super limited edition anime merch! Hina Arukado is a modern vampire who drinks blood from bags instead of from humans. But she’s also a complete shut-in who hasn’t left the house in 30 years. In an effort to reach her, Hina’s dad does something that changes her life—he gives her a DVD of the Vampire Cross anime! Hina is instantly obsessed, especially with the character Mao. But it’s difficult to fangirl as hard as she wants from her bedroom in Romania, so now Hina is out of the house and off to Japan to live her otaku dream! Hina’s so busy collecting Mao merch that she almost doesn’t feel bad about missing out on the Vampire Cross cafes. If only she had a human friend who could eat all the themed food for her! But connecting with humans isn’t easy until Hina literally bumps into her neighbor Kyuta, a prickly boy who looks just like Mao. Having her best friend live next door will be so convenient! Now if she can just convince him to actually be her friend….
Date Published:2024

Some vampires live to feast on the blood of their victims. Others just want to score super limited edition anime merch! Hina Arukado is a modern vampire who drinks blood from bags instead of from humans. But she’s also a complete shut-in who hasn’t left the house in 30 years. In an effort to reach her, Hina’s dad does something that changes her life—he gives her a DVD of the Vampire Cross anime! Hina is instantly obsessed, especially with the character Mao. But it’s difficult to fangirl as hard as she wants from her bedroom in Romania, so now Hina is out of the house and off to Japan to live her otaku dream! Hina’s so busy collecting Mao merch that she almost doesn’t feel bad about missing out on the Vampire Cross cafes. If only she had a human friend who could eat all the themed food for her! But connecting with humans isn’t easy until Hina literally bumps into her neighbor Kyuta, a prickly boy who looks just like Mao. Having her best friend live next door will be so convenient! Now if she can just convince him to actually be her friend….

Date Published:2024

Rainbows after storms. 1 /

Kobachi, Luka,


Me and Nanoha -- Me and Chidori -- Eating with everyone -- Our relationship -- Together in the clubroom -- Corner and center -- Behind the curtain -- Sneaky mischief -- Genuine sentiment and genuine intent -- Future relationship -- How we started dating (part 1) -- How we started dating (part 2) -- Just the two of us sometime. For Nanoha and Chidori, best friends turned lovers, normal situations for close friends turn into electrifying moments through the lens of love. Between sharing furtive looks and promise bracelets, the pair spend their hectic school days flirting in secret and hiding their relationship from their friends.
Date Published:2024

Me and Nanoha -- Me and Chidori -- Eating with everyone -- Our relationship -- Together in the clubroom -- Corner and center -- Behind the curtain -- Sneaky mischief -- Genuine sentiment and genuine intent -- Future relationship -- How we started dating (part 1) -- How we started dating (part 2) -- Just the two of us sometime. For Nanoha and Chidori, best friends turned lovers, normal situations for close friends turn into electrifying moments through the lens of love. Between sharing furtive looks and promise bracelets, the pair spend their hectic school days flirting in secret and hiding their relationship from their friends.

Date Published:2024