Author Bio: “Sam Taylor grew up in Arizona’s desert and now lives among Connecticut’s trees. She writes fantasy novels for teenagers, and magic is always at the heart of her
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Full Disclosure by Camryn Garrett Ember, 2019, 290 pages Content Warnings: Sexual themes, threats to out an HIV-positive person, mentions of homophobia/biphobia About the author: “Camryn Garrett was born and
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It’s pretty much undeniable that Netflix’s Julie and the Phantoms has stolen our hearts forever more. The story? Amazing. The characters? Beyond endearing. And the songs? Well, let’s just say
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We Are the Fire by Sam Taylor Swoon Reads; 2020; 416 pages Content Warnings: Murder (burning alive), fire, moderately strong language, death of a loved one, graphic descriptions, violence, syringes
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Happily Ever Afters by Elise Bryant Balzer + Bray; 2021; 374 pages Content Warnings: Strong language, anxiety, racism, offensive terms, bullying About the Author: “Elise Bryant was born and raised
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Stink and the Hairy Scary Spider by Megan McDonald Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds Candlewick Press; 2020; 160 pages Content Warning: discussion of phobias (arachnophobia) About the Author: “Megan McDonald is the
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