[A] gripping, emotional story set in the part of history we'll never forget. - New York Daily News

On the morning of September 11, 2001, sixteen-year-old Kyle Donohue watches the first twin tower come down from the window of Stuyvesant High School. Moments later, terrified and fleeing home to safety across the Brooklyn Bridge, he stumbles across a girl perched in the shadows, covered in ash, and wearing a pair of costume wings. With his mother and sister in California and unable to reach his father, a NYC detective likely on his way to the disaster, Kyle makes the split-second decision to bring the girl home. What follows is their story, told in alternating points of view, as Kyle tries to unravel the mystery of the girl so he can return her to her family. But what if the girl has forgotten everything, even her own name? And what if the more Kyle gets to know her, the less he wants her to go home? Gae Polisner's The Memory of Things tells a stunning story of friendship and first love and of carrying on with our day-to-day living in the midst of world-changing tragedy and unforgettable pain--it tells a story of hope.

This book highlights the importance of voting, voting issues, and how to take action. It encourages children to educate their families and communities about voter registration.

This novel-in-stories by ten diverse young writers, complete with illustrations and photographs, chronicles the historic year of 2020 in Washington, DC, through pandemic, protests, election, and insurrection.



In this collaborative novel, ten diverse young writers from Washington, DC recreate the historic year 2020 from their perspectives, through fictional stories inspired by their own lived experiences. Told chronologically from the onset of the pandemic to the insurrection of January 6th, their stories of change and resilience are accompanied by maps, social media, original artwork, and real-life headlines to create an immersive experience of an unprecedented coming of age.

You'll meet Faiza, a Muslim high school student, who struggles to celebrate Ramadan during the worst of the COVID-19 shutdowns. You'll protest with Roman, the only Black student in his class, whose relationships are challenged in the wake of the murder of George Floyd. You'll face the fraught 2020 election with Dennis, a young Nigerian immigrant, as he questions a democracy that seems to count him out.

By examining the shards of this shattered year, these authors explore what it cost us through stories that both acknowledge loss and celebrate what got us through. Ages 12+.

Do you believe in ghosts? The Library Rats: a small group of middle school students who regularly meet at the Oxford Library never thought about that question until they witness a strange sighting. The Rats begin the hunt to find evidence
on the possibility that the library could be haunted by a real ghost.

Sometimes people disappear into the North and are never heard from again.

When her papá doesn't return, twelve-year-old Ixchel, a Maya from the Yucatan, resolves to leave home and make her way across the treacherous border into the United States to find him. Chel relies on an inexperienced smuggler and faces unknown dangers in a border tunnel.

Frightened, but resourceful, she is driven by hope, love for her father, and her dream of going to school.

Sometimes people disappear into the North and are never heard from again.

When her papá doesn't return, twelve-year-old Ixchel, a Maya from the Yucatan, resolves to leave home and make her way across the treacherous border into the United States to find him. Chel relies on an inexperienced smuggler and faces unknown dangers in a border tunnel.

Frightened, but resourceful, she is driven by hope, love for her father, and her dream of going to school.

When Jess and her friends stumble upon a broken projector in the dusty corners of detention, the last thing they expect is to open a portal through time. Thrust into the heart of the American Revolution, they land in a war-torn colonial America where survival is a daily struggle, alliances are fragile, and history hangs by a thread.

Led by the fierce and resourceful scout Lydia, Jess, Sam, Mike, and Ellie quickly learn that their presence in the past has consequences. Tasked with deciphering Benjamin Franklin's secret letters and uncovering a plot to destroy Washington's forces, they must rely on their wits, courage, and friendship to succeed. But as battles rage, loyalties are tested, and hidden enemies emerge, the group faces a harrowing truth: saving the future might mean sacrificing everything in the present.

Amid gunfire, shadowy spies, and coded messages, The Midnight Rebellion is a thrilling tale of adventure, historical intrigue, and the timeless fight for freedom. Perfect for fans of time travel mysteries, historical fiction, and YA adventures, Alexander Rhys delivers a fast-paced, emotionally charged story where the fate of history-and their lives-rests in the hands of four teens far from home.

Will they rewrite history, or will history rewrite them?

A real-life inspired fictionalized account of the assimilation of women at The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina. Set in the heart of the first few years after the 1994 South Carolina District Court's ruling, witness a woman freshman fueled by an intrinsic desire to belong to the fictionalized Graham Military College's customs and traditions - all while tackling a full academic course load, fake relationships and a system of long-standing traditions that didn't want her, or the other women, in the first place.

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Against the backdrop of simmering resentment and rebellion, a new generation of leaders emerges, determined to forge their own paths and challenge the status quo. Dive into the vibrant, often treacherous world of Graham Military College, where the lines between duty, honor, and self-discovery are constantly blurred, and the true test of character is only just beginning. With its unique blend of military drama, southern charm, and coming-of-age angst, Look, Judge, Repeat, a debut novel, is sure to resonate with all.

In the scorching summer of 2001 - just a few years after the start of assimilation of women, Kensley Bennett steps onto the storied campus of Graham Military College, a bastion of tradition, determined to prove herself in a world where women are still a novelty. With a fierce competitive spirit and a drive to outdo her classmates, Kensley is ready to take on the grueling physical training, the cutthroat academic environment, and the lingering sexism that threatens to undermine her every move. But as she navigates the treacherous landscape of Graham's Corps of Cadets, Kensley begins to realize that her greatest challenge may not be the rigorous training or the skeptical eyes of her male peers, but her own identity. As the daughter of a Graham alumnus, Kensley is driven to make her father proud, but she's also desperate to forge her own path and discover who she is outside of her family's legacy. As Kensley struggles to find her footing, she's drawn into a maelstrom of controversy surrounding the LAMC Foundation, a powerful group of alumni who are determined to kick women out of Graham for good. With the help of her classmate Max Brown, Kensley embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind the Foundation's sinister plans, even as she confronts her own demons and the true cost of her ambition.

Will Kensley find a way to thrive in this unforgiving environment, or will the pressures of Graham's militarized culture and the weight of her own expectations ultimately prove too much to bear? Look, Judge, Repat is a gripping and unflinching novel that explores the complexities of identity, loyalty, and power in a world where the rules are constantly shifting.

Prologue
In the quiet twilight of his life, sitting on the weathered porch of his home, lived Sergeant Henry Hayes, a veteran scarred by war. Once a spirited young soldier, he sacrificed his legs in an act of valor, saving his squad from certain death.
His story is one of courage and sacrifice. Deployed to a war-torn land, Hayes and his unit were besieged by enemy fire. Amidst the chaos, he selflessly shielded his comrades from a grenade's blast, losing his legs but ensuring their survival.
Awarded the Medal of Honor, Hayes's indomitable spirit remained despite his wounds. Over time, he became a symbol of resilience and patriotism within the veteran community, dedicating his days to inspiring others with his heroism.
Now, seated in his worn-out wheelchair, Hayes reflects on his military service, a life filled with pride and sorrow.
As the sun sets, casting an orange hue over his porch, he raises a silent toast to fallen brethren, a world forever altered by conflict. In this moment, he embodies the quiet heroism that defines the lives of many veterans.

Aria es una chica corriente que vive con su madre y su hermano en un viejo edificio de un barrio de Toronto. Donde conocer a Jared, su misterioso y peligroso vecino, que la har experimentar sentimientos que nunca hab a sentido. l la llevar a lugares que nunca ha conocido. Podr Aria aceptar su vida y los peligros que vienen con ella? Ganar el amor?

They always say that once you achieve the American Dream, you rise above poverty and all of its problems....But no one tells you that you only go up one rung of the ladder-one rung of hundreds. And no one tells you that it's even easier to go back down.

While You Were Away tells the stories of three second-generation immigrant women amid the Covid-19 pandemic in the United States.

No one knows why Olivia suddenly had to move from New York to Arizona. An air of mystery seems to follow her wherever she goes. College student Belen must decide whether she gives up her dream of grad school to take care of her mother and little brother. Perhaps her decision would be easier if she wasn't haunted by the ghost of her dead father. Leilani is sure her relationship will survive the lockdown, yet an unexpected pregnancy changes everything and forces her worlds to merge.

As their routines are brought to a halt, Olivia, Belen, and Leilani must face the question they have shied away from for so long: where do they truly belong?