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Giftable Reads for Teens

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As the holiday season approaches, you may find yourself in need of suggestions for some great books to read or gift. Search no further. These titles are at the tops of teens' wish lists.

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All I Want for Christmas

All I Want for Christmas

by Loggia, Wendy

Book - 2020

For the romance-loving teen on your list...Bailey loves everything about the Christmas season and this year she hopes that Charlie will become her special...Show more For the romance-loving teen on your list...Bailey loves everything about the Christmas season and this year she hopes that Charlie will become her special someone over the holidays. However, Jacob is the one she keeps bumping into. For ages 12 and up. Show less

For the romance-loving teen on your list...Bailey loves everything about the Christmas season and this year she hopes that Charlie will become her special...Show more For the romance-loving teen on your list...Bailey loves everything about the Christmas season and this year she hopes that Charlie will become her special someone over the holidays. However, Jacob is the one she keeps bumping into. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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New Year's Kiss

New Year's Kiss

by Matthews, Lee

Book - 2020

Tess and Lauren are sent to their Grandmother's lodge in Vermont. To break the boredom, Tess comes up with a bucket list and finds a partner in Charlie, whom she meets in the lobby of the lodge. For ages 12 and up. Tess and Lauren are sent to their Grandmother's lodge in Vermont. To break the boredom, Tess comes up with a bucket list and finds a partner in Charlie, whom she meets in the lobby of the lodge. For ages 12 and up. Show less

Tess and Lauren are sent to their Grandmother's lodge in Vermont. To break the boredom, Tess comes up with a bucket list and finds a partner in Charlie, whom she meets in the lobby of the lodge. For ages 12 and up. Tess and Lauren are sent to their Grandmother's lodge in Vermont. To break the boredom, Tess comes up with a bucket list and finds a partner in Charlie, whom she meets in the lobby of the lodge. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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Instant Karma

Instant Karma

by Meyer, Marissa

Book - 2020

Pru wakes up one morning with the ability to assign either good or bad Karma to those around her. Will she use these new powers for good or evil? Grea...Show more Pru wakes up one morning with the ability to assign either good or bad Karma to those around her. Will she use these new powers for good or evil? Great gift for a teen that likes funny situational reads with a touch of romance. For ages 12 and up. Show less

Pru wakes up one morning with the ability to assign either good or bad Karma to those around her. Will she use these new powers for good or evil? Grea...Show more Pru wakes up one morning with the ability to assign either good or bad Karma to those around her. Will she use these new powers for good or evil? Great gift for a teen that likes funny situational reads with a touch of romance. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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The Cousins

The Cousins

by McManus, Karen M.

Book - 2020

If you have a teen who loves mysteries with a twist this is the perfect gift. Three cousins are invited to work at their grandmother's, whom they have ne...Show more If you have a teen who loves mysteries with a twist this is the perfect gift. Three cousins are invited to work at their grandmother's, whom they have never met, resort for the summer. As the summer progresses they begin to realize something sinister is afoot. For ages 14 and up. Show less

If you have a teen who loves mysteries with a twist this is the perfect gift. Three cousins are invited to work at their grandmother's, whom they have ne...Show more If you have a teen who loves mysteries with a twist this is the perfect gift. Three cousins are invited to work at their grandmother's, whom they have never met, resort for the summer. As the summer progresses they begin to realize something sinister is afoot. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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One Way or Another

One Way or Another

by McDowell, Kara J.

Book - 2020

A sweet, smart holiday romance about a girl who decides to stop letting her anxiety stand in the way of romance. Paige has a hard time making decisions...Show more A sweet, smart holiday romance about a girl who decides to stop letting her anxiety stand in the way of romance. Paige has a hard time making decisions and now she must choose between spending Christmas with her longtime crush or going with her mom to New York. For ages 12 and up. Show less

A sweet, smart holiday romance about a girl who decides to stop letting her anxiety stand in the way of romance. Paige has a hard time making decisions...Show more A sweet, smart holiday romance about a girl who decides to stop letting her anxiety stand in the way of romance. Paige has a hard time making decisions and now she must choose between spending Christmas with her longtime crush or going with her mom to New York. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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For Better or Cursed

For Better or Cursed

by Williams, Kate

Book - 2020

In this hilarious, action-packed book, a coven of witchy babysitters who find their mission is to keep kids in their care safe from demonic forces. For ages 12 and up. In this hilarious, action-packed book, a coven of witchy babysitters who find their mission is to keep kids in their care safe from demonic forces. For ages 12 and up. Show less

In this hilarious, action-packed book, a coven of witchy babysitters who find their mission is to keep kids in their care safe from demonic forces. For ages 12 and up. In this hilarious, action-packed book, a coven of witchy babysitters who find their mission is to keep kids in their care safe from demonic forces. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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Walk Toward the Rising Sun

Walk Toward the Rising Sun

From Child Soldier to Ambassador of Peace

by Duany, Ger

Book - 2020

Ger's life is disrupted when his village is attacked by North Sudanese Military. He flees with his family and after facing constant danger escapes to Des...Show more Ger's life is disrupted when his village is attacked by North Sudanese Military. He flees with his family and after facing constant danger escapes to Des Moines, IA where he faces a new challenge. For teens who like gritty non-fiction. For ages 14 and up. Show less

Ger's life is disrupted when his village is attacked by North Sudanese Military. He flees with his family and after facing constant danger escapes to Des...Show more Ger's life is disrupted when his village is attacked by North Sudanese Military. He flees with his family and after facing constant danger escapes to Des Moines, IA where he faces a new challenge. For teens who like gritty non-fiction. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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Obviously

Obviously

Stories From My Timeline

by Hughes, Akilah

Book - 2019

In this hilarious auto-biography, Hughes shares her humble beginnings as a spelling bee champion to her time in New York pursuing a career as a performer and writer. Perfect gift for a teen looking to find their own passion. Ages 14 and up. In this hilarious auto-biography, Hughes shares her humble beginnings as a spelling bee champion to her time in New York pursuing a career as a performer and writer. Perfect gift for a teen looking to find their own passion. Ages 14 and up. Show less

In this hilarious auto-biography, Hughes shares her humble beginnings as a spelling bee champion to her time in New York pursuing a career as a performer and writer. Perfect gift for a teen looking to find their own passion. Ages 14 and up. In this hilarious auto-biography, Hughes shares her humble beginnings as a spelling bee champion to her time in New York pursuing a career as a performer and writer. Perfect gift for a teen looking to find their own passion. Ages 14 and up. Show less

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The Way Back

The Way Back

by Savit, Gavriel

Book - 2020

A National Book Award Finalist, this is a perfect pick for a teen who enjoys historical fiction with an element of magical realism. Yehuda and Bluma escape Death's messenger and begin a journey to the Jewish Land of the Dead. For ages 12 and up. A National Book Award Finalist, this is a perfect pick for a teen who enjoys historical fiction with an element of magical realism. Yehuda and Bluma escape Death's messenger and begin a journey to the Jewish Land of the Dead. For ages 12 and up. Show less

A National Book Award Finalist, this is a perfect pick for a teen who enjoys historical fiction with an element of magical realism. Yehuda and Bluma escape Death's messenger and begin a journey to the Jewish Land of the Dead. For ages 12 and up. A National Book Award Finalist, this is a perfect pick for a teen who enjoys historical fiction with an element of magical realism. Yehuda and Bluma escape Death's messenger and begin a journey to the Jewish Land of the Dead. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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Something Happened to Ali Greenleaf

Something Happened to Ali Greenleaf

by Krischer, Hayley

Book - 2020

A great gift for teens who like realistic fiction similar to John Green, filled with heartbreak and hope. After Ali is raped at a party, Blythe brings Al...Show more A great gift for teens who like realistic fiction similar to John Green, filled with heartbreak and hope. After Ali is raped at a party, Blythe brings Ali into her group of popular girls to clear up the "misunderstanding." Dark secrets are uncovered as they both fight to find their justice. For ages 14 and up. Show less

A great gift for teens who like realistic fiction similar to John Green, filled with heartbreak and hope. After Ali is raped at a party, Blythe brings Al...Show more A great gift for teens who like realistic fiction similar to John Green, filled with heartbreak and hope. After Ali is raped at a party, Blythe brings Ali into her group of popular girls to clear up the "misunderstanding." Dark secrets are uncovered as they both fight to find their justice. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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1:35 A.M

1:35 A.M

by Cawthon, Scott

Book - 2020

Does your teen love creepy horror and video games? Then this Five Nights at Freddies book is a sure bet! Three short stories about teens who find themselves pulled into the dark and sinister world of anim.atronics gone wrong. For ages 12 and up. Does your teen love creepy horror and video games? Then this Five Nights at Freddies book is a sure bet! Three short stories about teens who find themselves pulled into the dark and sinister world of anim.atronics gone wrong. For ages 12 and up. Show less

Does your teen love creepy horror and video games? Then this Five Nights at Freddies book is a sure bet! Three short stories about teens who find themselves pulled into the dark and sinister world of anim.atronics gone wrong. For ages 12 and up. Does your teen love creepy horror and video games? Then this Five Nights at Freddies book is a sure bet! Three short stories about teens who find themselves pulled into the dark and sinister world of anim.atronics gone wrong. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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Super Fake Love Song

Super Fake Love Song

by Yoon, David

Book - 2020

This is a perfect pic for fans of rom-com fiction. For age 14 and up. When Sunny impersonates his older brother to impress a girl he must recruit his friends to help continue the subterfuge. For ages 14 and up. This is a perfect pic for fans of rom-com fiction. For age 14 and up. When Sunny impersonates his older brother to impress a girl he must recruit his friends to help continue the subterfuge. For ages 14 and up. Show less

This is a perfect pic for fans of rom-com fiction. For age 14 and up. When Sunny impersonates his older brother to impress a girl he must recruit his friends to help continue the subterfuge. For ages 14 and up. This is a perfect pic for fans of rom-com fiction. For age 14 and up. When Sunny impersonates his older brother to impress a girl he must recruit his friends to help continue the subterfuge. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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Above All Else

Above All Else

by Levy, Dana Alison

Book - 2020

After graduating from High School, Rose and Tate set out on the ultimate adventure, to climb Mount Everest. For teens who love angsty realistic fiction. Ages 13 and up. After graduating from High School, Rose and Tate set out on the ultimate adventure, to climb Mount Everest. For teens who love angsty realistic fiction. Ages 13 and up. Show less

After graduating from High School, Rose and Tate set out on the ultimate adventure, to climb Mount Everest. For teens who love angsty realistic fiction. Ages 13 and up. After graduating from High School, Rose and Tate set out on the ultimate adventure, to climb Mount Everest. For teens who love angsty realistic fiction. Ages 13 and up. Show less

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Admission

Admission

by Buxbaum, Julie

Book - 2020

Chloe's world takes a drastic turn when her mom is arrested for admissions fraud and her dreams of an ivy league education are suddenly gone. For teens who like social justice fiction, this is sure to be a great pic. For ages 14 and up. Chloe's world takes a drastic turn when her mom is arrested for admissions fraud and her dreams of an ivy league education are suddenly gone. For teens who like social justice fiction, this is sure to be a great pic. For ages 14 and up. Show less

Chloe's world takes a drastic turn when her mom is arrested for admissions fraud and her dreams of an ivy league education are suddenly gone. For teens who like social justice fiction, this is sure to be a great pic. For ages 14 and up. Chloe's world takes a drastic turn when her mom is arrested for admissions fraud and her dreams of an ivy league education are suddenly gone. For teens who like social justice fiction, this is sure to be a great pic. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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Aftershocks

Aftershocks

by Reichardt, Marisa

Book - 2020

Teens Charlie and Ruby are trapped under the rubble of a laundromat after a massive earthquake hits their California town. If your teen likes survival stories this is sure to be a great choice. For ages 12 and up. Teens Charlie and Ruby are trapped under the rubble of a laundromat after a massive earthquake hits their California town. If your teen likes survival stories this is sure to be a great choice. For ages 12 and up. Show less

Teens Charlie and Ruby are trapped under the rubble of a laundromat after a massive earthquake hits their California town. If your teen likes survival stories this is sure to be a great choice. For ages 12 and up. Teens Charlie and Ruby are trapped under the rubble of a laundromat after a massive earthquake hits their California town. If your teen likes survival stories this is sure to be a great choice. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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As the Shadow Rises

As the Shadow Rises

by Pool, Katy Rose

Book - 2020

Kingdoms have begun to fall to a doomsday cult, the magical Graced are being persecuted, and an ancient power threatens to break free. If your teen likes...Show more Kingdoms have begun to fall to a doomsday cult, the magical Graced are being persecuted, and an ancient power threatens to break free. If your teen likes the action packed fantasy adventures similar to Six of Crows and Graceling, this is sure to be a hit. For ages 14 and up. Show less

Kingdoms have begun to fall to a doomsday cult, the magical Graced are being persecuted, and an ancient power threatens to break free. If your teen likes...Show more Kingdoms have begun to fall to a doomsday cult, the magical Graced are being persecuted, and an ancient power threatens to break free. If your teen likes the action packed fantasy adventures similar to Six of Crows and Graceling, this is sure to be a hit. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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Beyond the Ruby Veil

Beyond the Ruby Veil

by Fitzgerald, Mara

Book - 2020

A dark, queer teen fantasy that's perfect for fans of Wicked Saints and Three Dark Crowns. After Emanuela kills the being in Occhia who can create water, she must find a way to save her city. For ages 12 and up. A dark, queer teen fantasy that's perfect for fans of Wicked Saints and Three Dark Crowns. After Emanuela kills the being in Occhia who can create water, she must find a way to save her city. For ages 12 and up. Show less

A dark, queer teen fantasy that's perfect for fans of Wicked Saints and Three Dark Crowns. After Emanuela kills the being in Occhia who can create water, she must find a way to save her city. For ages 12 and up. A dark, queer teen fantasy that's perfect for fans of Wicked Saints and Three Dark Crowns. After Emanuela kills the being in Occhia who can create water, she must find a way to save her city. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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CAST IN FIRELIGHT

CAST IN FIRELIGHT

by Swift, Dana

Book - 2020

Adraa and Jatin's arranged marriage will bring together two of Wickery's most powerful kingdoms. However, Adraa and Jatin only agree on one thing: their ...Show more Adraa and Jatin's arranged marriage will bring together two of Wickery's most powerful kingdoms. However, Adraa and Jatin only agree on one thing: their union will be anything but sweet. Great gift for fans of Sabaa Tahir, Hafsah Faizal, and Renée Ahdieh. Ages 12 and up. Show less

Adraa and Jatin's arranged marriage will bring together two of Wickery's most powerful kingdoms. However, Adraa and Jatin only agree on one thing: their ...Show more Adraa and Jatin's arranged marriage will bring together two of Wickery's most powerful kingdoms. However, Adraa and Jatin only agree on one thing: their union will be anything but sweet. Great gift for fans of Sabaa Tahir, Hafsah Faizal, and Renée Ahdieh. Ages 12 and up. Show less

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How to Pack for the End of the World

How to Pack for the End of the World

by Falkoff, Michelle

Book - 2020

At Gardner Academy, Amina finds a group of like-minded peers who share her fears over the inevitable end of the world. Now someone is targeting each member of the group. A good choice for the young activist in your family. For ages 14 and up. At Gardner Academy, Amina finds a group of like-minded peers who share her fears over the inevitable end of the world. Now someone is targeting each member of the group. A good choice for the young activist in your family. For ages 14 and up. Show less

At Gardner Academy, Amina finds a group of like-minded peers who share her fears over the inevitable end of the world. Now someone is targeting each member of the group. A good choice for the young activist in your family. For ages 14 and up. At Gardner Academy, Amina finds a group of like-minded peers who share her fears over the inevitable end of the world. Now someone is targeting each member of the group. A good choice for the young activist in your family. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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Kingdom of the Wicked

Kingdom of the Wicked

by Maniscalco, Kerri

Book - 2020

After her twin's murder, Emilia turns to the forbidden dark magic to hunt down the killer. She teams up with Wraith, who claims to be on Emilia's side, ...Show more After her twin's murder, Emilia turns to the forbidden dark magic to hunt down the killer. She teams up with Wraith, who claims to be on Emilia's side, but he is one of the Princes of Hell. A great selection for teens who love dark fantasy like that written by Holly Black. For ages 14 and up. Show less

After her twin's murder, Emilia turns to the forbidden dark magic to hunt down the killer. She teams up with Wraith, who claims to be on Emilia's side, ...Show more After her twin's murder, Emilia turns to the forbidden dark magic to hunt down the killer. She teams up with Wraith, who claims to be on Emilia's side, but he is one of the Princes of Hell. A great selection for teens who love dark fantasy like that written by Holly Black. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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Magic Dark and Strange

Magic Dark and Strange

by Powell, Kelly

Book - 2020

Catherine uses magic to raise the dead for brief final visits with loved ones. She has been tasked with finding a watch that can fully bring back the dea...Show more Catherine uses magic to raise the dead for brief final visits with loved ones. She has been tasked with finding a watch that can fully bring back the dead, she finds more than she wanted. A creepy historical fantasy book with a touch of romance. For ages 12 and up. Show less

Catherine uses magic to raise the dead for brief final visits with loved ones. She has been tasked with finding a watch that can fully bring back the dea...Show more Catherine uses magic to raise the dead for brief final visits with loved ones. She has been tasked with finding a watch that can fully bring back the dead, she finds more than she wanted. A creepy historical fantasy book with a touch of romance. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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Ruinsong

Ruinsong

by Ember, Julia

Book - 2020

This is a queer fantasy retelling of The Phantom of the Opera with a plot that is infused with suspense and anguish. A great choice for teens who like dark fantasy tales with a touch of social justice. For ages 14 and up. This is a queer fantasy retelling of The Phantom of the Opera with a plot that is infused with suspense and anguish. A great choice for teens who like dark fantasy tales with a touch of social justice. For ages 14 and up. Show less

This is a queer fantasy retelling of The Phantom of the Opera with a plot that is infused with suspense and anguish. A great choice for teens who like dark fantasy tales with a touch of social justice. For ages 14 and up. This is a queer fantasy retelling of The Phantom of the Opera with a plot that is infused with suspense and anguish. A great choice for teens who like dark fantasy tales with a touch of social justice. For ages 14 and up. Show less

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Sanctuary

Sanctuary

by Mendoza, Paola

Book - 2020

In the near future, Vali flees for California and safety with her family after her father is deported back to Columbia. This is a fast-paced drama that takes a look at what might happen if immigration policies go to far. For ages 12 and up. In the near future, Vali flees for California and safety with her family after her father is deported back to Columbia. This is a fast-paced drama that takes a look at what might happen if immigration policies go to far. For ages 12 and up. Show less

In the near future, Vali flees for California and safety with her family after her father is deported back to Columbia. This is a fast-paced drama that takes a look at what might happen if immigration policies go to far. For ages 12 and up. In the near future, Vali flees for California and safety with her family after her father is deported back to Columbia. This is a fast-paced drama that takes a look at what might happen if immigration policies go to far. For ages 12 and up. Show less

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Soulswift

Soulswift

by Bannen, Megan

Book - 2020

When Gelya uncovers a deadly plot by the Ovinists' military, she teams up with Tavik, an enemy soldier, to survive. A great gift for teens who like dark, epic fantasy books. Ages 13 and up. When Gelya uncovers a deadly plot by the Ovinists' military, she teams up with Tavik, an enemy soldier, to survive. A great gift for teens who like dark, epic fantasy books. Ages 13 and up. Show less

When Gelya uncovers a deadly plot by the Ovinists' military, she teams up with Tavik, an enemy soldier, to survive. A great gift for teens who like dark, epic fantasy books. Ages 13 and up. When Gelya uncovers a deadly plot by the Ovinists' military, she teams up with Tavik, an enemy soldier, to survive. A great gift for teens who like dark, epic fantasy books. Ages 13 and up. Show less

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This Is Not A Ghost Story

This Is Not A Ghost Story

by Portes, Andrea

Book - 2020

Daffodil takes a position house-sitting for the summer but not all is as it seems and dark and sinister forces seem to be at play. For fans of spooky horror stories with a surprise ending. For ages 13 and up. Daffodil takes a position house-sitting for the summer but not all is as it seems and dark and sinister forces seem to be at play. For fans of spooky horror stories with a surprise ending. For ages 13 and up. Show less

Daffodil takes a position house-sitting for the summer but not all is as it seems and dark and sinister forces seem to be at play. For fans of spooky horror stories with a surprise ending. For ages 13 and up. Daffodil takes a position house-sitting for the summer but not all is as it seems and dark and sinister forces seem to be at play. For fans of spooky horror stories with a surprise ending. For ages 13 and up. Show less

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