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Books Editor (673 KP) shared own list

Oct 10, 2017
Queer representation in the young adult book world has improved in recent years as authors and stories have focused on more than just the coming out process, which while an important milestone, isn’t a defining one.

As a result, readers who do identify as LGBTQIA can now pick up a steampunk adventure set in Victorian London, a contemporary tale about a gender fluid protagonist finding fame on the internet, and a fantasy novel featuring a lesbian romance.
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EW's YA Novels with LGBTQ Characters

Entertainment Weekly has been highlighting the best LGBTQIA representation in pop culture by putting together a list of young adult novels that showcase the wealth and diversity of the LGBTQ spectrum.

Wild Beauty

Wild Beauty

Anna-Marie McLemore

6.0 (4 Ratings) Rate It

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Love grows such strange things. Anna-Marie McLemore's debut novel The Weight of Feathers garnered...

Young Adult LGBTQ Fantasy Romance
Spinning

Spinning

Tillie Walden

(0 Ratings) Rate It

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Ignatz Award winner Tillie Walden’s powerful graphic memoir Spinning captures what it’s like to...

LGBTQ Young Adult
They Both Die At The End

They Both Die At The End

Adam Silvera

9.0 (22 Ratings) Rate It

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n September 5th, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give...

Mask of Shadows

Mask of Shadows

Linsey Miller

8.5 (6 Ratings) Rate It

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"I love every aspect of this amazing book―a genderfluid hero, a deadly contest, and vicious...

Young Adult LGBTQ Fantasy
Gentleman's Guide To Vice And Virtue

Gentleman's Guide To Vice And Virtue

Mackenzi Lee

8.9 (18 Ratings) Rate It

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SIMON VS. THE HOMOSAPIENS meets the 1700s in this hilarious and swashbuckling standalone teen...

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Fiona (0 KP) rated Hereafter in Books

Nov 21, 2017  
Hereafter
Hereafter
Tara Hudson | 2011 | Fiction & Poetry, Romance
9
8.5 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Great storyline, well balanced between dark and light (1 more)
Sweet love story, for the one you can't have perhaps
The first in the series of Amelia and Joshua, beautifully writted
I picked this up for a flight, and hoped to lose myself between the pages. I hadn't realised it was aimed at 13+ young readers but I loved the storyline, with its darker elements and some lovely light touches. Who knows ... can a ghost fall in love with the living?!
  
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Erika (17788 KP) rated The Mighty Captain Marvel Vol. 1: Alien Nation in Books

Oct 27, 2018  
The Mighty Captain Marvel Vol. 1: Alien Nation
The Mighty Captain Marvel Vol. 1: Alien Nation
Margaret Stohl | 2017 | Comics & Graphic Novels
5
6.5 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
I wanted to like Stohl's version of Carol Danvers... Wanted being key. This book (and the 'Mighty Captain Marvel' series) skews to a younger demographic, that I'm just not part of anymore. I know they want to get young readers, so it does accomplish that, I think.
Yet another rehash of a story that's been told over and over. How many times does Carol have to lose control of her damn powers? Nothing new here, move along.
  
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Lindsay (1706 KP) rated Zap! I'm A Mind Reader in Books

Feb 15, 2018  
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Zap! I'm A Mind Reader
Dan Greenburg | 1996
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
This is a funny book. It tell you a story about how Zack became Mind Reader. He was doing an experiment in science class. While he was doing the experiment he did something you should not do when your hands are wet. I do not want to give away how and what happens to him.

This teaches you about science a bit and it also teaches you that you should not do. It is an educational and great for Children and young readers.
  
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ALilLacey (2 KP) rated Frankie Dupont And The High Seas Heist in Books

Mar 4, 2019  
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Frankie Dupont And The High Seas Heist
Julie Anne Grasso | 2015
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Such a fun read for young readers. The age range of 8-12 is perfect for this book, boy or girl. Frankie Dupont is just like a young modern day Sherlock Holmes trying to solve a mystery along with his dad, a few friends and his trusty sidekick dog. This was a fun mystery as it involved two mysteries that end up being surprisingly related. The book is a simple but a fun engaging read. I was trying to figure out the clues and who-dun-it as i read along. I love how Frankie's mind works and his fun gadgets and scientific knowledge he uses to solve the mystery. Sure made me want some chocolate too. A recommended read!
  
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AT (1676 KP) rated To Your Eternity, Vol. 1 in Books

Apr 25, 2020  
To Your Eternity, Vol. 1
To Your Eternity, Vol. 1
Yoshitoki Oima | 2017 | Comics & Graphic Novels
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
To Your Eternity is a strange, but interesting story, coupled with beautiful manga artwork. The premise is that an alien orb is thrown to Earth to find its way in some for of life here. It can not speak, but it can morph into any form. As it goes on its life journey, it evolves as it meets different living creatures. Without major spoilers, I will leave it at that. It's a unique story, but not one for young readers because of some violent illustrations.
  
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Nicole Hadley (380 KP) rated Get a Move On, Neuron! in Books

Jun 18, 2018  
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Get a Move On, Neuron!
Philip R. Kennedy
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Get a Move On, Neuron! by Philip R. Kennedy presents a basic description of brain function to young readers who enjoy science.

Throughout the book the reader goes on a tour of the brain learning about different brain functions. The reader learn about some interesting issues during the tour; such as, memory, self-awareness, and emotions. Each brief chapter ends with a series of questions that recap and review the material. I find the questions a bit distracting since the answers are not provided. The illustrations are nice and helpful. The illustrations are not overly busy, in fact, they help emphasize the topic being discussed. A friendly looking neuron is the "instructor".

Young readers who enjoy science will enjoy this book and will learn a lot of interesting brain facts from this book. This book could be used within the science classroom for going beyond the lesson when discussing brain function.

I give this book 3/5 stars being of the continual repetition which caused the book to come off as boring at times.

I received this book from Choice Publishing via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
  
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CassidyTristyn (189 KP) rated Escaping the Holocaust: A True Story in Books

Aug 14, 2018  
Escaping the Holocaust: A True Story
Escaping the Holocaust: A True Story
Julian Padowicz | 2018 | History & Politics, Horror, Young Adult (YA)
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Content (2 more)
Good length for young readers
Quick read
Contains spoilers, click to show
I have read several Holocaust novels and each one never fails to give me new insight into that dark period of history. This book was no different. Having very recently read The Book Thief I was curious as to how much I'd like this book since I loved the other, and overall I enjoyed the read. Overall it took me maybe three hours to read the book. It is suggested for 5th-7th graders and I agree that is an appropriate age group despite the content. While it discusses World War 2 and the Holocaust it doesn't have any gory or too intense content that younger readers couldn't enjoy it. The story itself is a narrative of ones boys experience of his time in Poland when World War 2 began. He details him and his mother's journey across Poland and eventually into Hungary. It gives an innocents perspective on the events of war. It's a short read if you are just looking for something quick and entertaining. It would also be a good book to use to introduce your child or any young reader to dark topics such as the Holocaust.
  
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Lindsay (1706 KP) rated Busy, Busy! in Books

Feb 8, 2018  
Busy, Busy!
Busy, Busy!
Eileen Spinelli | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Book Tour: Busy, Busy! This was a sweet book. It great for young children. Parents could use this book for though that are expecting another little baby. It is to reassure your child that Mommy will have time for that child.It shows how it though animals and then mommy. It to show that they have time and love for the child. The pictures are down  well. I loved it for it was good for beginner readers as well.  It simple for children to learn from as well.
  
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Kyera (8 KP) rated Unrivalled in Books

Feb 1, 2018  
Unrivalled
Unrivalled
Alyson Noel | 2016 | Children
8
6.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
This is a quick read about teens in Hollywood - but not all is as it seems. The main characters are from different walks of life and are all involved in this club promotion contest for very different reasons. They don't expect to make friends or even like each other, but unforseen circumstances bring them together for better or worse. Read the book to find out what happens! Recommended to young adult/teen readers that like contemporary books about teens that involve drama, relationships, a bit of mystery and glamour.