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For Grades 9 & Up

This collection features fiction titles set in urban environments, where the city itself plays a central role in the story. Selections reflect life in cities through realistic and genre-influenced narratives, exploring relationships, ambition, community, and everyday experiences shaped by dense, dynamic settings and diverse communities. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.

For Grades 9 & Up

This collection features teen fiction titles shaped by current interests and storytelling trends. With genre-blending, speculative, and concept-driven novels, selections reflect the themes, tropes, and styles resonating with today’s teens. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.

For Grades 9 & Up

This collection features high-interest, low-reading-level titles appropriate for teens who need accessible text without sacrificing age-appropriate themes or engagement. Selections include both fiction and nonfiction, ranging from branded hi-lo titles to carefully chosen YA books written at a lower reading level. The collection emphasizes fast-moving stories, clear language, and strong hooks, meeting teens where they are as readers while still reflecting real-world experiences and issues. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.

For Grades 9 & Up

This collection features high-interest fiction titles that teens are excited to read right now. Selected for strong hooks, engaging storytelling, and broad appeal, these books span a range of popular fiction genres and often include widely read or in-demand authors.

For Grades 9 & Up

This collection features young adult fiction titles selected for a more content-conscious reading experience. Selections emphasize relatable characters and emotional connection, whether in contemporary and romance stories or more speculative settings. Without unexpected or mature content, this collection has broad appeal and serves a wide variety of readers.

For Grades 9 & Up

This collection features general young adult fiction titles that capture a wide range of teen experiences and perspectives. Selections include contemporary, realistic, and coming-of-age stories centered on relationships, personal growth, and everyday teen life, alongside books that invite deeper reflection or incorporate light genre elements—offering room for both lightness and depth. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.

For Grades 9 & Up

This collection features general young adult fiction titles reflecting the range and variety of modern YA. Selections include contemporary, realistic, and coming-of-age stories centered on relationships, personal growth, and everyday teen experiences. Some titles may incorporate genre elements, but are selected for their emphasis on story, character, and broad teen appeal.

For Grades 11 & Up
This collection features adult fiction titles selected for strong appeal to older teens. Selections emphasize accessible storytelling and compelling narratives, centered on relatable characters facing challenges and themes that resonate with readers ready to move beyond traditional YA fiction. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.

For Grades 11 & Up

This collection features young adult fiction titles focused on coming-of-age stories with heightened emotional complexity and real-world relevance. Selections capture the uncertainty, growth, and self-discovery that accompany late high school and early adulthood, emphasizing layered, character-driven narratives. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.