Young Adult (14 - 18)

A shockingly powerful exploration of the lasting impact of prejudice and the indomitable spirit of sisterhood that will have readers questioning what it truly means to be an ally, from sister-writer duo Maika Moulite and Maritza Moulite, authors...

In this immersive and inspirational book for teens, Grammy Award-nominated singer Kierra Sheard shares her hard-won advice on body positivity, spiritual self-care, goal setting, finding your joy, and living boldly in faith, empowering you to grab the...

Scipio Africanus Jones -- a self-taught attorney who was born enslaved -- leads a momentous series of court cases to save twelve Black men who'd been unjustly sentenced to death. In October 1919, a group of Black sharecroppers met at a church in an...

The powerful and long-anticipated companion to The Skin I'm In, Sharon Flake's bestselling modern classic, presents the unflinching story of Char, a young woman trapped in the underworld of human trafficking.My feet are heavy as stones when I walk up the...

Set in Zimbabwe, Rutendo Tavengerwei's unforgettable novel offers a beautiful and honest look at adolescence, friendship, and the capacity for courage. For fifteen-year-old Shamiso, hope is nothing but a leap into darkness. Grief-stricken and confused...

Return to the American Revolution in this blistering conclusion to the middle grade Seeds of America trilogy. As the Revolutionary War rages on, Isabel and Curzon have narrowly escaped Valley Forge--but their relief is short-lived. Before long they are...

From the bestselling author of The Personal Librarian comes the second book in the The Divas series, following the stories of four fifteen-year-old girls who form their own singing group. The Divine Divas are on their way! They won the local, and now...

In this fourth installment of Chase's fresh, funny, young adult series, things are heating up in Del Rio Bay. Mina's so sprung over Brian that she's having a hard time just thinking straight. So, she's not at all ready when her best friend Lizzie makes...

A heartbreaking yet hopeful novel about one girl's journey through grief and the family, first love, and shocking truths she finds on the other side--perfect for fans of Jandy Nelson and Every Last Word. All her life, it's just been sixteen-year-old...

A successful young black businessman fights to keep what he's worked for as everything begins crumbling around him in this novel full of struggle, betrayal, and perseverance.   The higher the rise, the harder the fall...   ​Blue had his one...

Explore the inspiring journey of African Americans in the United States after the abolition of slavery in this captivating book for children. Filled with stunning photos and fascinating facts, young readers will discover the incredible impact of African...

God finally gave X what she asked for. If only he would teach her how to use it. After three years and more creepy demons than she'd care to recall, Emme Vaughn has finally found her mama. Only the reunion doesn't go as X expected. It's not easy adapting...