Emmy Neal

Dec 19, 2024 | slj.com | Emmy Neal

. Nov. 2024. 256p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781662680885. COPY ISBN Gr 9 Up–Stokes reimagines the tragic death of Matthew Shepard, whose brutal murder in 1998 elevated hate crime legislation to national awareness. Seventeen-year-old Ash is struck by attraction at first sight when he sees Shane, 19, the star of the Oklahoma! production where Ash is on the tech crew.

Nov 5, 2024 | slj.com | Kara Yorio |Ashley Leffel |Amanda Mastrull |Emmy Neal

From puppy love to the latest collection from fan-favorite Junji Ito, these 10 new manga releases are bound to be a hit with readers of all ages. Furudate, Haruichi. Haikyu!! (3-in-1 Edition). illus. by Haruichi Furudate. Haikyu!! Bk. 1-3. 600p. Viz. Jul. 2024. pap. $16.99. ISBN 9781974747092. Gr 7 Up–Ever since Hinata saw the “Little Giant” prove that one’s height isn’t a necessary factor to be great at volleyball, he has been determined to work hard and become the best volleyball player ever.

Oct 21, 2024 | slj.com | Isabel Ibanez |Emmy Neal

. (Secrets of the Nile: Bk. 2). Nov. 2024. 400p. Tr $20. ISBN 9781250822994. COPY ISBN Gr 9 Up–After the heart-stopping end of What the River Knows, Inez’s uncle has put an end to her search for answers and is determined to ship her back to safety in Argentina. As an unmarried woman in 1885 Egypt, her only recourse against her guardian is the enigmatic Whitford Hayes and his seemingly impulsive marriage proposal to secure her inheritance and independence.

Sep 30, 2024 | slj.com | Emmy Neal

Gr 8 Up–A thrilling post-apocalyptic adventure for fans of Marie Lu’s “Legend” series. With a sweeping cast of distinct characters, the novel dives into the rich world of Upper and Lower Earth on the brink of war. Nineteen-year-old Raisa, a dutiful and privileged daughter of Upper Earth, and Lein, the crown prince of the volatile Lower Earth, are about to enter an arranged marriage to unite their two disparate worlds and end the impending war between their people.

Nov 15, 2023 | slj.com | Amanda MacGregor |Ashley Leffel |Amanda Mastrull |Emmy Neal

Hand these four books to YA readers who can't resist a sweet holiday love story. Eight Dates and Nights by Betsy Aldredge. Underlined. ISBN 9780593710333. Gr 7 Up–Teens Hannah and Noah fall for each other while exploring Jewish holiday traditions. Hannah’s holiday visit to her grandmother is unexpectedly extended as a freak snowstorm hits rural Texas. She is prevented from flying back to New York City for an urban Hanukkah celebration with her family.