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After a booked 'n' busy school year, say heyyy to vacay with 19 new reads for your summer TBR. Enter to win them all!

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A BRAVE NEW WORLD?

On the eve of Earth's collapse, Marisol is taken to live on Aqueous, an underwater society deep beneath the ocean. There, she competes for a spot on an all-male elite diving team—only to discover a much uglier truth beneath the misogyny. 

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A ROYALLY GOOD ROM-COM

Despite living in an actual castle, Maggie feels like her own fairy tale ending is just out of reach. But when an encounter with a royal guard forces her to admit she isn't ready to give up on love, Maggie becomes determined to catch the attention of someone who's trained to ignore all distractions.

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A THRILLING ANIMAL ESCAPADE

Meet Selvi, a free spirit who loves exploring the Sri Lankan mountains with Lokka, a beautiful, golden-eyed leopard. To stop poachers from taking Lokka, Selvi must outwit the opponent and expose their scheme before it's too late. 

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X-MEN MEETS SPY KIDS

In this third installment of the bestselling series, a trusted ally of The Forgotten Five must go undercover to expose the corrupt president's re-election scheme. Will their plan work...or will the kids' criminal parents prove to be their most powerful enemies yet? 

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FIFTH GRADE, FRIENDSHIP AND FINDING YOURSELF

Penny is worried about starting the new school year. Luckily, she has lots to look forward to—including her favorite after-school activity (art club) and seeing her best friend Violet after spending the summer apart. So what will Penny do when her BFF starts hanging out with the meanest girl in school?

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THE CELESTIAL STRUGGLE IS REAL

Some people fantasize about their happily ever after. For 17-year-old Grace Cardiff, the "after" that defines her story is the afterlife. If you love magic, adventure, epic worlds and strong, sassy female leads, this book is your slice of Heaven. 

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THE SEQUEL TO STEALING INFINITY

At Gray Wolf Academy, those who trip (aka travel through time) have infinite possibilities. But there are secrets and lies there, too—and Nat knows her enviable abilities make her a threat not just to those around her, but to time itself. 

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A LAUGH-OUT-LOUD CELEBRITY CRUSH STORY

Millie is on a quest to cross paths with her first crush, 15-year-old global superstar Rory Calhoun. The only flaw in her plan? Without tickets or a ride, she can't even get to his concert. How far will she go to make her dreams come true?

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MAGICAL MISHAPS AND EVERYDAY MAYHEM

 It's goodbye, Brewster Elementary and hello, Broomsfield Academy when Heidi Heckelbeck starts attending boarding school with secret magical classes. Too bad her new broommate is actually her old rival...and an epic prank war is the only way to settle the score. 

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SECRETS AND SUPERPOWERS

When Onyeka's curls take on a life of their own, her mother reveals that Onyeka is actually a Solari (aka a Nigerian superhero). Enter: The Academy of the Sun, where Onyeka and her classmates work together to save the world. 

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JESSICA BURKHART'S BRAND NEW SERIES

After an embarrassing end to last year's biggest equestrian competition, Abby can't wait to make her mark at Saddlehill Academy. But when she costs her biggest rival a chance at team captain, anonymous messages threaten to sabotage her next ride. 

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A YOUNG SEER'S UNPREDICTABLE JOURNEY

Celia comes from a long line of prophets who can predict the future. So after her first vision shows the death of classmate Jeffrey Johnson, Celia's efforts to thwart fate—and save her new crush—turn her life upside down.

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CAN COOP BECOME A DUNGEONEER?

As the only human student at the Dungeoneer Academy, Coop Cooperson has a lot to prove. And when Coop and his friends go after their Junior Dungeoneer Badges, nothing can prepare them for the adventure ahead.

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PERFECT FOR FANS OF SHADOW AND BONE

As the fake queen of the kingdom of Aryd, Meren's only mission is to protect her twin sister. Reven, Meren's one true love, is slowly losing control over the shadows around them. Together, the two must survive betrayal and defeat the evil Eidolon. 

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CAN RYANNA PIECE TOGETHER HER PAST?

Over the course of one unforgettable summer (filled with s'mores, swimming, adventure and fun), Ryanna discovers a whole new side of herself—and that sometimes, the last place you expected to be is the place where you really belong.

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ENTERTAIN YOUR BRAIN WITH THESE BOREDOM BUSTERS

Ever wondered what kind of friend you are—or what mythical creature matches your vibe? Find out with these super fun quizzes. From weird and wacky to thought-provoking and informative, there's a personality profile for everyone in this totally unique book. 

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TRUTH COMES AT A COST

Author Bella Higgin is back with double the drama and the same swoon-worthy romance of her standout debut novel, Belle Morte. Can Renie rescue Edmond and avenge her sister—or will the corrupt council threaten her new life as a vampire?

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THE INSPIRING STORY OF DJ MICHELLE

How does a 9-year-old DJ from Dubai rise to international superstardom? Read all about Michelle Rasul's amaze journey in her own words...with some help from her "Momager," of course. Perfect for fans of Essentially Charli and Reach for the Skai

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BEAUTY'S QUEST TO SAVE HERSELF

A fateful kiss at a party leaves Beauty smitten by the charms of Stephan, the lord baron's heir—and blind to his true intentions. Fantasy and reality collide in this Beauty and the Beast retelling about one girl's journey to forge her own path.

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Happy reading, book besties!

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by GL | 5/31/2023
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