The Probability of Everything

Sarah Everett

Fascinated with math, eleven-year-old Kemi Carter views life through the lens of probability. So when she learns that an asteroid named Amplus-68 has an 84.7% chance of striking earth in four days, she’s devastated. Kemi decides to create a time capsule to preserve her family’s memories, but with time running out, she must grapple with the profound challenge of saying goodbye.

Simon Sort of Says

Erin Bow

A Newbery Honor winner, this humorous yet poignant story follows twelve-year-old Simon O’Keeffe, who’s trying to escape the tragic story that defines him—the fact that he’s the only survivor of a school shooting. Two years after the incident, Simon’s family moves to the National Quiet Zone, a place with no internet and full of astronomers searching for life in space. As Simon settles into his new environment, he sees a chance to rewrite his own narrative.

Gather

Kenneth M. Cadow

In rural Vermont, teenager Ian Gray finds a friend in Gather, a stray dog who he probably shouldn’t have adopted. But Gather is just the companion Ian needs as he cares for his mother struggling with opioid addiction. Despite the challenges, Ian is determined to keep his family together, but a sudden tragedy forces him and Gather to flee, risking the loss of their home. A Michael L. Printz Honor Book, Gather is a moving story of resilience and the power of community.

A Pho Love Story

Loan Le

Perfect for young adult readers, this charming story follows Bao Nguyen and Linh Mai, two Vietnamese-American teenagers whose families own competing pho restaurants. Despite their parents' long-standing rivalry, Bao and Linh find themselves drawn to one another. As their relationship blossoms, they uncover secrets about their families' pasts and confront the challenges of balancing their own dreams with their parents' expectations.

From Little Tokyo, with Love

Sarah Kuhn

In this modern reimagining of Cinderella, Rika, a biracial girl with judo skills and a fiery temper, feels out of place in her life in LA, where she works in the family business and deals with bossy cousins. When she discovers clues suggesting her mother might still be alive, Rika sets out on a wild adventure through Little Tokyo with actor Hank Chen. As she uncovers the truth and grows closer to Hank, her insecurities threaten to derail everything.

The Black Queen

Jumata Emill

Nova Albright, set to become the first Black homecoming queen at Lovett High, is found murdered in a historic slave cemetery she was restoring. Tinsley McArthur, who believed the crown was hers, is the prime suspect in the eyes of Duchess Simmons, Nova's best friend. Duchess is determined to prove Tinsley’s guilt, especially since she believes Tinsley's privilege will let her escape justice. As Duchess gets closer to uncovering the truth, she finds herself entangled in a dangerous game where love might be the very thing that leads to betrayal.

We Deserve Monuments

Jas Hammonds

Avery’s senior year takes an unexpected turn when she and her mother leave DC to live with her estranged grandmother, Mama Letty, in Georgia. While tensions flare in her family, Avery forms friendships with Simone, her new neighbor, and Jade, the daughter of a notable family whose mother was murdered. As Avery's friendships deepen, she soon discovers the town's dark, racist history is tied to her own family. With Mama Letty's health fading, Avery faces a tough choice: pursue the painful truth or protect her fragile new relationships in Bardell.

True Biz

Sara Novic

Winner of the 2023 YALSA Alex Award, True Biz is a story of resilience, love, and human connection. Set at River Valley School for the Deaf, this novel follows the lives of its students and staff as they navigate personal and political challenges. Readers meet Charlie, a rebellious new student who’s never met another deaf person; Austin, a popular student whose life changes when his baby sister is born hearing; and February, the hearing headmistress struggling to balance her marriage and career.

Chaos Theory

Nic Stone

Powerful and poignant, Chaos Theory dives deep into the complexities of mental health and personal struggle. When Shelbi, a senior at Windward Academy living with a mental disorder, encounters Andy, a politician’s son grappling with addiction and grief, their shared pain sparks an intense and unexpected connection. But as their bond deepens, the weight of their pasts threaten to unravel the fragile peace they've found.

Klara and the Sun

Kazuo Ishiguro

Written by Nobel Laureate Kazuo Ishiguro, Klara and the Sun presents readers with a thought-provoking glimpse of a possible future. Through the eyes of Klara, an Artificial Friend designed to bring joy to children, this captivating novel explores the depths of love, consciousness, and connection. As Klara watches over her beloved companion Josie, she slowly begins to question the boundaries of artificial and human emotions.