Showing 1–32 of 32 books
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And I Darken
Lada and Radu, children of the Wallachian prince Vlad Dracul, are abandoned to the Ottomon Empire to ensure peace between the kingdoms. When assassination plots and unexpected loves arise, both must decide where their loyalties arise.- Historical Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780553522310
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Beast
Insecure about his unusually large and hairy appearance, 15-year-old Dylan feels like a freak until he meets brave and beautiful Jamie, who accepts and loves him as he is. But when he realizes she is transgender, can he return the favor? -
Boy Robot
On the run in a dystopian society that wants him dead, Isaak finds refuge in an underground network of robots and humans.
- Science Fiction, Dystopian
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781481459297
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Drag Teen
A drag competition offers JT the opportunity to break out of his small-town Florida life and live his dream onstage in wig, heels, and false eyelashes. -
Dryland
Floating through life is something Julie excels at, until Alexis unexpectedly invites her to join the swim team. Is the invitation more than just a spot on the team?- Historical Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781941040133
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Every Heart a Doorway
Nancy found a home for herself serving the Lord of the Dead in his Underworld, but after being cast out, she finds a group of fellow magical travelers at Eleanor West's Home for Wayward Children.- Fantasy
- Alex Awards 2017, Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780765385505
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Gena/Finn
Gena and Finn find each other online through tv fandom. As their friendship develops, neither one expects the disaster that waits around the corner.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781452138398
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Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit
When out and proud Jo is forced to move to small-town Georgia, she grants her father's request to protect his ministry and new marriage by returning to the closet. But who will she meet in the closet?- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780062270986
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Girl Mans Up
All Pen wants is to be the kind of girl she's always been. So why does everyone have a problem with it? They think the way she looks and acts means she's trying to be a boy—that she should quit trying to be something she's not. If she dresses like a girl, and does what her folks want, it will show respect. If she takes orders and does what her friend Colby wants, it will show her loyalty. But respect and loyalty, Pen discovers, are empty words. Old-world parents, disintegrating friendships, and strong feelings for other girls drive Pen to see the truth--that in order to be who she truly wants to be, she'll have to man up. -
The Great American Whatever
After spending 6 months alone grieving over the loss of his sister, Quinn's best friend forces him out to a party where he meets and falls for the older and more experienced Amir. -
Highly Illogical Behavior
Solomon Reed hasn't stepped out of his house in three years; Lisa Praytor wants nothing more than to leave their town. Solomon may be her ticket out. -
How Many Letters are in Goodbye?
Rhea lost her mother 14 years ago, but is still saying goodbye with letters describing her struggles coming to terms with her sexuality, gaining and losing love, and experiencing homelessness in NYC.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780738747453
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If I Was Your Girl
When Amanda moves to Lambertville, Kentucky after a string of bullying incidents led her to attempt suicide all she wants is to lead a normal life, make friends, and generally be happy for once. All of this seems possible until she meets Grant, who causes her to let down the walls around her heart. But the problem is that Amanda's past is haunting her. And in her past, she wasn't Amanda, she was Andrew.- Fiction
- Best Fiction for Young Adults 2017, Mike Morgan & Larry Romans Children's & Young Adult Literature Award 2017, Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2017, Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017, Stonewall Honor Books in Children's and Young Adult Literature 2017, Teens' Top Ten 2017
- ISBN: 9781250078407
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The Inside of Out
Daisy thinks being an ally to her best friend is going to be easy. As she leads the fight to allow same-sex dates at Homecoming, Daisy discovers that standing with her friend is different from standing in for her friend.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780803740587
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Jess, Chunk, and the Road Trip to Infinity
After starting her transition, Jess takes her best friend Chuck across the country to come out to her dad, but spends the trip learning what it means to be a good friend.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780374380069
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Juliet Takes a Breath
Juliet Milagros Palante is leaving the Bronx and headed to Portland, Oregon. She just came out to her family and isn't sure if her mom will ever speak to her again. But Juliet has a plan, sort of, one that's going to help her figure out this whole “Puerto Rican lesbian” thing. She's interning with the author of her favorite book: Harlowe Brisbane, the ultimate authority on feminism, women's bodies, and other gay-sounding stuff. Will Juliet be able to figure out her life over the course of one magical summer? Is that even possible? Or is she running away from all the problems that seem too big to handle? With more questions than answers, Juliet takes on Portland, Harlowe, and most importantly, herself. -
Just Kill Me
Megan has been surrounded by death her whole life, given her family has owned a funeral home for generations. So guiding ghost tours seems natural…until it appears someone might want her to be the next ghost on their tour.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781481434942
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Look Both Ways
Brooklyn finds herself falling into a romance with her roommate Zoe at acting camp, and she questions her identity and what she really wants.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780553511864
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The Root
Two teens live in alternate versions of San Francisco, each fighting to keep their world alive from the dark forces that threaten destruction.- Fantasy
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781597808637
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Saving Montgomery Sole
While Montgomery spends her time steeped in the paranormal, she never questions the security and love of her two moms. When a well-known evangelical preacher moves to town, she worries that others may challenge her family.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781626722712
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Seven Ways We Lie
One scandal. Seven students. As they bury their secrets and uncover others', friendships and unexpected loves are formed and lost.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781419719448
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The Steep and Thorny Way
Urged on by her father's ghost, Hanalee and Joe search to find the truth about his murder in 1920s Oregon.. -
Symptoms of Being Human
Is Riley Cavanaugh a boy or a girl? The answer is yes. In this ground-breaking exploration of what it's like to be a gender fluid teen, Riley grapples with self-identity, balancing that identity with family expectations, and standing up to bullies. -
This Song Is (Not) for You
Bandmates Sam and Ramona are in love with each other, but afraid to admit it. When Tom, who has always had to defend his asexuality to others, makes their duo a trio, there is enough love for everyone.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781492602903
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True Letters from a Fictional Life
The real James Liddell is hidden inside his desk. His friends see his girlfriend, athleticism, and confidence as givens, but the letters inside tell another story.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780062380258
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Unbecoming
As if kissing her best friend and then being shunned by all her school mates isn't bad enough, now the grandmother Katie didn't know existed is living with them. But revelations of her mother's and grandmother's histories soon offer insights into her own life that she couldn't have predicted. -
Under Threat
Franny's parents, the town's local abortion providers, have always received threats. But when the threats reach a little too close to home, will they destroy both her family and her relationship with her girlfriend?- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781459811317
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We Are the Ants
Henry has the chance to destroy the world; should he press the button? -
Weird Girl and What's His Name
Lula and Rory have two things in common: their love for X-Files and the fact they don't fit in in their small town of Hawthorne, North Carolina. They share everything with one another, until Lula finds out Rory has a few secrets hidden up his sleeve, making Lula reconsider her sexuality and their friendship.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9781941110270
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When the Moon Was Ours
A girl born of a water tower and a boy who hangs moons risk everything for love in this magical fairy tale. -
Without Annette
Josie and her girlfriend Annette escape Annette's alcoholic mother and their small town, but suddenly closeted and excluded from Annette's new circle, the private boarding school in Connecticut is not what Josie thought it would be.- Realistic Fiction
- Rainbow Book List - Young Adult Fiction 2017
- ISBN: 9780545819954
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You Know Me Well.
Mark's boyfriend ditches him to flirt with older guys, and Kate runs away from meeting the girl of her dreams. Instead of finding themselves alone, they find each other for the kick off of San Francisco's Pride Week.