These Young Adult books explore the moments when everything begins to change. Through friendships, risks, and first love, each story captures the intensity of growing up. Perfect for readers who enjoy emotional journeys and unforgettable characters.
The Wizard's Apprentice (The Children of Colonodona Book 1)
by Alisse Lee Goldenberg
Release Date: February 27, 2026
Prince Lucas is plagued by nightmares that show a future with his kingdom in ruins. When a mysterious stranger shows interest in his growing powers and offers peace and a chance to stop disaster, he jumps at the chance. But is it an easy out too easy? When love triangles are deadly, and secrets hold power, where can one turn for safety?
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Nothing Out There (The Ellington Project Book 1)
by Mae Harcourt
Release Date: March 10, 2026
Within the walls of a secluded facility that reforms troubled girls into obedient daughters, there are only two options: graduate or disappear. Erased and rebuilt from the ruins of herself, Maysie knows little about the future she’s training for, let alone the world outside. Daily sedatives, posture drills, and the constant reminder to smile shape the only life she’s ever known.
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Still Waters
by Terrill North
Release Date: February 23, 2026
It's 1980. And there's a church steeple at the bottom of Lake Lanier. Sixteen-year-old Keisha Montgomery sees it her first night at the lake house — straight lines where straight lines shouldn't be, sixty yards from the dock, twenty feet down. Her parents say it's a summer house. Her father, a civil rights attorney, says he's here for work.
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Falling for the Enchantress
by Lyndsey Hall
Release Date: March 13, 2026
High Priestess Morgaine has been hiding in plain sight for centuries, using her magic to hide herself and her coven from Prince John’s witch hunters. But when a young witchling is slain by the new sheriff’s men, Morgaine will stop at nothing to get vengeance.
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The Things We Survived
by Brooke Bradley
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Growing up was never easy for Brooke Bradley. Childhood was filled with instability, hardship, and moments that forced her to grow up far sooner than most children ever should. Through resilience, determination, and an unwavering refusal to let her past define her future, Brooke slowly began building a different life.
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When We Were Strangers
by 6rules
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When We Were Strangers is a story about two college best friends who are asked to film a relationship that has lasted through change, and decide to turn the camera on themselves. Kaelith Lee wants it to be authentic. The two of them laughing over stupid high school memories. Real conversations. Real reactions. Something honest.
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