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We Three
A teen finds romance at summer camp and becomes the centre of a polyamorous relationship with two very different partners.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: HL600L
The Courage of Elfina
Realistically presented and powerfully illustrated, this teen graphic novel reveals the untold story of child exploitation and one girl's courage to escape.$24.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 12-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 760L
Rez Runaway
Raised on an Indian reserve, seventeen-year-old Joe Littlechief runs away when his devout Christian community discovers he is gay.$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 14-18Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 600L
Freedom of Expression Deal With It
Everyone has the right to express their opinions and attitudes, but what happens when these rights conflict with the rights or safety of others?
$22.65, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 800L
Locked Up
A teen fears that years in juvenile detention have made it impossible for him to make a life in the outside world.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL520L
On the Run
A teen realizes the only way to stop ending up back in juvenile detention is to take responsibility for his decisions.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL580L
What Makes You Beautiful
The story of a young person finding a place among other LGBTQ teens, and discovering the truth about their own orientation and gender.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL630L
Charming
A young woman follows her heart to find her voice in a modern LGBT retelling of a classic fairy tale.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL520L
Cinders
A young woman's kindness, inventiveness, and hard work earn her love in a modern LGBT retelling of Cinderella.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: HL570L
Cold Grab
Recently arrived from the Philippines, Angelo needs friends to fit in, but he gets in with a group of teens involved in crime.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL560L
Push Back
Zaine enters a restorative justice agreement to avoid criminal charges. But will his rage or some new gang members land him back on the streets first?$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: HL600L
Gang Girl
As a newcomer from Russia, 16-year-old Sasha thinks she has found a new start in a girls' volunteerism group. But she quickly learns the group is really a front for a girl gang and has to find a way out.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL600L
Mermaid Warrior Squad
At summer arts camp, shy Dylan and outgoing Coral create a comic book about mermaids. But when the camp bullies target Coral, can Dylan channel her inner mermaid warrior to save her and the final show?$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 8-12Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 620L
The Fake-Chicken Kung Fu Fighting Blues
12-year-old filmmaker Anthony has culture shock after leaving the big city's Chinatown for a remote northern community. Can he learn to love his new home, even though there are no other Asian families around and he doesn't understand the town's obsession with hockey?$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 8-12Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 630L
Willie O'Ree
"It doesn't matter what colour he is, as long as he can play." -- Boston Bruins coach Milt Schmidt$27.99, HardcoverInterest ages: 12-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 790L
Carey Price
This is the story of how Carey Price became the highest paid goalie in the NHL and a role model for Indigenous youth everywhere.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-18Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 890L
Freerunner
Angry at class differences in his new city, a teen finds confidence in a new sport. Freerunner explores jealousy, status and self-esteem on and off the play area.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL520L
Just Julian
A young gay man finds the courage to stand up for himself in an LGBTQ twist on Romeo and Juliet. Romeo gives Julian the strength to face his depression and take a stand against homophobia.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: HL660L
Romeo for Real
A young man comes to terms with his sexuality in a modern retelling of a Shakespearean classic. When Romeo's homophobic friends can't accept him as gay, he must prove that his love for Julian is real.$8.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: HL600L