Ungdomsbøker

"She deserves to die" are the chilling words whispered in the dark that compel a young dancer to discover who haunts her studio-and why. New to Chicago, 15-year-old Libby Nobleton stands outside the city's premier studio, L'Esprit. Having studied French in school, she fluently pronounces the word "le spree" and knows it means "the spirit." Instantly drawn to the century old landmark, Libby senses a kindred connection. A touch of the bronze plaque memorializing her ballet idol, Daniella Devereaux, sends shivers racing through her body. From the windows above, someone secretly watches. And in the studio's forbidden basement, pleading whispers grow stronger. While innocently pursuing her passion, unearthly events torment Libby. Lights flicker, eerie shadows glide, and the open door of the abandoned elevator menacingly beckons. Libby struggles between her love for her new studio and the fear that someone-or something-might be out to get her. When a legendary statue resembling Daniella mysteriously reappears, it opens a portal exposing Libby to L'Esprit's timeless love story and turbulent past. At last, relying on faith and courage, Libby witnesses the shocking yet inspirational truth about L'Esprit's most tragic night, but who will believe her . . .

What happens when a biracial teenage boy starts to question what is going on in his world?Life can be wonderful, right?But why does everything seem to be somewhat wacky and out-of-place?This book "A Wacky, Rocky World: Just a Teeny Little Voice" features poems, expressions, and a story as shared through the point of view of an Asian-Canadian fourteen-year-old boy named Rocky.In honour of the spirit of multiculturalism and a fight against racism and bullying, this work came into existence. This book, which is suitable for all ages, aims to support such ideals.

An aroma expert embarks on what she fears will be a life of solitude, and dreams of a normal high school existence before an accident leads to an unexpected forbidden romance.

Aurora el la Porta is a noblewoman with one love—the art of embroidery. While she attends the lavish evening parties her peers so adore, she’s not looking for a dance but inspiration for a new design! On one such night, distracted by the many beautiful dresses on display, she’s struck in the face by a mysterious wedding ring. When she picks it up, one of the finest knights in the kingdom approaches, declaring her his new fiancée! Aurora has no idea what’s going on, but one thing’s for sure—she’s got a big decision to make…

From the pages of the hit light novel series Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki comes a spin-off manga by the original author where beloved classmate Mimimi is the star!Whether doing high jumps or blending with a crowd, Minami Nanami has always been flexible both physically and socially. But when her friend Aoi outshines her at her track-and-field specialty, Mimimi starts to wish for something more, a light to claim as her own. As she contemplates her talents, her mom asks if she’ll model in a local ad for her makeup company. Faced with an unfamiliar challenge, can Mimimi find herself in this dazzling new world?

The teen novel kicks off in Brighton 1962. Cool records and sharp fashions form the backdrop sounds and sights to this story of 15-yearold Naseem Al Yawar (¿Naz¿), a young man on the verge of adulthood and heading for his first experience of love. Naz is a typical foul-mouthed, disaffected teenage boy, bright but with no interest in school apart from a love of literature instilled in him by an inspirational teacher, Mr Easton - nicknamed ¿Easy Easton¿. The latter encourages Naz to write, directing him to read many authors including Henry Miller and John Steinbeck . Raymond Chandler is a particular favourite: ¿I love his crispness and gusty dialogue,¿ says Naz. The world is opening up for Naz, but his Arab father ¿ a moody, bitter man - is disappointed at what life has brought him and envious of his son¿s youth and freedom.

Kazuki and Kanata are the two mature students of Class 2-B—and it might be time for their relationship to mature as well. But with the end of the school year and Kazuki’s subsequent move approaching quickly, time is running out. Luckily, a well-timed blizzard during the class ski trip brings secrets, revelations, and a night to remember…

She’s a mean one—Auntie Takako. She shows up at Nanami’s house, says rude things to her, and accuses her of doing stuff with Kyouhei that she hasn’t even done (yet)! And on top of that, Auntie Takako’s decided to stick around and watch every move Nanami makes…Meanwhile, Kyouhei’s getting more and more jealous of her cousin Subaru for no real reason (that Nanami can tell). Which means he’s more likely to do something stupid and reveal their true relationship to Auntie Takako! Just how long can they keep up their sibling act before it all falls apart…?!

Evie Barnes is a bad girl. And everyone knows that bad girls make the best friends ... A story of murder, secrets and tragedy from the author of MOXIE - as seen on Netflix.

You've Got Mail meets Morgan Matson in this smart, banter-filled romcom with a bookish twist. Nothing will stop Madeline Moore from taking over her family's independent bookstore after college.