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The Beasts We Raise
The Broken Citadel #2 D.L. Taylor Publisher: Macmillan Children's Publishing Group / Henry Holt & Co. Pub Date: Feb. 24, 2026 Genre: YA Fantasy Synopsis: Marry her enemy. Save her realm. Forsake her heart. The heart-shattering conclusion to this dark fantasy duology is perfect for fans of Adrienne Young, Tricia Levenseller, and Brigid Kemmerer. Newly-appointed Prime Mancella is desperate to keep the peace within her realm and within herself. Having recently acquired the power to physically split into separate versions of herself, her identity is beginning to fracture—along with her land, which is on the brink of war. The only semblance of normalcy in her life is her budding romance with thief-turned-confidant, Silver. . . at least until the mysterious Prime Reltas arrives at her doorstep asking, or rather demanding, her hand in marriage. If Mance wants to avoid a fight that will devastate her realm, she’ll have to consider the proposal. Even if it destroys Silver. But Mance isn't ready to give up just yet. Desperate to free herself from the betrothal, Mance must seek allyship from other Primes and learn to control her new magic. If she fails, her decision to refuse Reltas's proposal will implode the delicate state of affairs across the realms, setting off a catastrophic war—and shatter two hearts in the process.
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D.L. Taylor is an attorney by trade. She’s worked in criminal defense and civil non-profit law, but writing has always had a special hold on her heart. Though she hails from the sunny lands of California, she married a Midwestern boy and ended up settling down outside Chicago. She has three kids, two cats, and minimal sanity, but in the quiet hours before dawn she likes to write about magic, mischief, and moral quandaries. The Broken Citadel duology is her debut.
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Icebreaker
A.L. Graziadei Publisher: Godwin Books Pub Date: Jan. 18, 2022 Genre: YA Romance Synopsis: A. L. Graziadei's 'Icebreaker' is an irresistible YA debut about two hockey players fighting to be the best—and the romance that catches them by surprise along the way. Seventeen-year-old Mickey James III is a college freshman, a brother to five sisters, and a hockey legacy. With a father and a grandfather who have gone down in NHL history, Mickey is almost guaranteed the league's top draft spot. The only person standing in his way is Jaysen Caulfield, a contender for the #1 spot and Mickey's infuriating (and infuriatingly attractive) teammate. When rivalry turns to something more, Mickey will have to decide what he really wants, and what he's willing to risk for it. This is a story about falling in love, finding your team (on and off the ice), and choosing your own path.
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A.L. Graziadei was born in Buffalo, New York and raised on Sabres hockey and video games, using their free time to write books inspired by both. Now living in Wisconsin, Al still plays plenty of video games and is a proud member of the Displaced Buffalo Sabres Fans group and Bills Mafia. Their debut novel, ICEBREAKER, is a Printz Honor recipient. She is represented by Jennifer Azantian of Azantian Literary Agency. 
The Boy Next Door
Katie Van Ark Publisher: Swoon Reads Pub Date: Jan. 06, 2015 Genre: YA Romance Synopsis: Family conflict, changing relationships, and questions of identity are at the heart of this engaging spin on the classic romance plotline. Maddy Spier's been in love with the boy next door forever. As his figure skating partner, she spends time in his arms every day. But she's also seen his arms around other girls―lots of other girls. How can she make him realize that they can be partners off the ice as well? Gabe's relationship with Maddy is vital. He can't imagine skating with anyone else, and together they have a real chance at greatness–maybe even making it to the Olympics someday. So he's decided to think of her as a sister. After all, family is forever, and he's never dated anyone for more than two weeks. Then their coach assigns a new romantic skating program, and everything changes. Will this be the big break that Maddy's been hoping for or the big breakup that Gabe has always feared? Chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads, debut author Katie Van Ark’s novel The Boy Next Door is full of competition, misunderstandings, and of course, plenty of romance.
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Growing up less than a block from the public library, Katie Van Ark has always loved books and managed to survive a childhood of crossing the street while reading. She learned to skate as an adult and to write after that and is a firm believer that it's never too late to follow your dreams. A former librarian, she now splits my time between writing and teaching elementary school. Born and raised as a Michigander, she currently lives in Ontario with my husband and our two daughters and three cats. Katie is a proud member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and graduate of Alma College, Grand Valley State University, and Vermont College of Fine Arts.
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Check Please!
#Hockey Ngozi Ukazu Publisher: First Second Pub Date: Sep. 18, 2018 Genre: YA Romance Synopsis: "Heartstopper" meets "Heated Rivalry" in the first volume of Ngozi Ukazu's New York Times–bestselling graphic novel series! Eric Bittle has been a junior figure skating champion, a vlogging sensation, and a talented amateur pâtissier―but nothing could have prepared him for freshman year on the Samwell University hockey team. College hockey is a whole new game, with hard checks, intense practices, and one very attractive―but moody―team captain: Jack. Check, Please!: #Hockey collects the first half of Ngozi Ukazu's beloved webcomic series, a hilarious, heartwarming coming-of-age story about hockey, friendship, and taking a chance on love. This edition features updated artwork and a curated selection of Bitty’s most memorable tweets. Perfect for fans of Heartstopper and Heated Rivalry, this is a story about sports, broships, and finding love in the most unexpected places.
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Ngozi Ukazu is a New York Times-bestselling and award-winning author and the creator of Check, Please!, an online graphic novel whose printing campaign remains the most funded webcomics Kickstarter ever. Her other works include the young adult graphic novels Bunt! with artist Mad Rupert, Barda and Orion with DC Comics, and her most recent graphic novel, Flip. She graduated from Yale University with a degree in Computing in the Arts, and received an honorary MFA from the Center for Cartoon Studies. She enjoys giving talks at colleges and all things fandom. Her cartoons regularly appear in The New Yorker. 
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The Cursed Queen's Daughter
Thirstwood #2 Elly Blake Publisher: Little Brown Books for Young Readers Pub Date: Feb. 10, 2026 Genre: YA Fantasy Synopsis: A warrior princess falls for a shadow prince in this darkly romantic companion to 'The Forest King's Daughter.' Fearless Thea has never known life outside of war. As the favorite daughter of the Sylvan King, she’s a relentless fighter who longs to lead his army as First Huntsman, ignoring the pretty clothes and fanciful notions others enjoy. But when a mysterious dress full of dark magic appears on her hearth one evening, Thea doesn’t know how to fight an enemy she can’t see or touch. Still, her curiosity builds as a new gown appears each night—until she gives in to temptation and is whisked to a forgotten land of shadows. The prince of the shadow realm is a handsome host, and while Thea does all she can to resist his charms, it’s clear he knows something about the long-ago disappearance of Thea’s mother. All he asks in return is for Thea to dance with him, their dangerous attraction growing each time she returns for more information. Meanwhile, shadows are seeping into the living realm, and Thea may have to embrace her own darkness if she has any chance of saving her beloved sisters and home from an otherworldly threat. From the author of the Frostblood Saga comes the second book in a spellbinding series about the daughters of the powerful forest king, with simmering romance and plot twists that will leave readers desperate to enter the Thirstwood themselves. Content Warning: Blood, war, death, violence
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Elly Blake is the NYT bestselling author of the Frostblood Saga and the Thirstwood series. After earning a BA in English literature, she held a series of seemingly random jobs including project manager, customs clerk, graphic designer, reporter for a local business magazine, and library assistant. She lives in Southwestern Ontario with her husband, kids, and rescue dogs. Her work is represented by Suzie Townsend of New Leaf Literary & Media. 
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A Promised Vengeance
Sara B. Larson Publisher: Jumelle Press Pub Date: Oct. 28, 2025 Genre: Adult Fantasy Synopsis: From the author of the 'DEFY' trilogy, get ready to immerse yourself in this romantasy reimagining of 'The Count of Monte Cristo!' Falsely accused of murder, impoverished Elodie Dantès is torn from her childhood love, Killian, stripped of her most valuable possession—a forbidden artifact that wields ancient power—and banished to the otherworldly prison of Autremonde. Awaiting certain death in a world poisoned by magic, Elodie meets an unexpected ally, and together they begin digging for an escape. However, once Elodie is finally free, she discovers that the very people who betrayed her are those she trusted the most. Consumed by vengeance, Elodie develops a plan to ruthlessly destroy them all. But all too soon Elodie is forced to choose whether vengeance is worth the price, especially if it means losing the love of her life forever. Content Warning: violence
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Sara B. Larson is the author of the acclaimed YA fantasy DEFY trilogy (DEFY, IGNITE, and ENDURE), the DARK BREAKS THE DAWN duology (DARK BREAKS THE DAWN and BRIGHT BURNS THE NIGHT), and SISTERS OF SHADOW AND LIGHT DUOLOGY. Her new releases include a YA fantasy coming Fall 2025, and EVERY BEAT AFTER (adult debut) coming spring 2026. She can’t remember a time when she didn’t write books—although she now uses a computer instead of a Little Mermaid notebook. Sara lives in Utah with her husband, their four children, and their dogs, Loki the Maltese and Bindi the English Cream Retriever. She writes in brief snippets throughout the day and the quiet hours when most people are sleeping. Her husband claims she should have a degree in “the art of multitasking.” When she’s not mothering or writing, you can often find her at the gym repenting for her sugar addiction. 
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Until the Clock Strikes Midnight
Alechia Dow Publisher: Macmillan Children's Publishing Group / Feiwel & Friends Pub Date: Feb. 3, 2026 Genre: YA Fantasy Synopsis: 'The Good Place' meets the Brandy version of 'Cinderella' in 'Until the Clock Strikes Midnight', a cozy, romantic fantasy from award-winning author Alechia Dow. Darling is the most talented—and unusual—Guardian to get a chance at winning the coveted once-in-a-generation Mortal Outcome Council mentorship. Getting the spot would mean having the opportunity to shape the future happiness of all mortal realms—if she succeeds at her first assignment, Lucy Addlesberg. Darling thinks it’ll be an easy razzle-dazzle job… until she actually meets Lucy. Her life is a complete mess, from her failing bookshop in her downtrodden village to her doomed flirtation with the princess of Lumina. But if there’s one thing Darling’s good at, it’s a makeover. Calamity is the most talented—and arrogant—Misfortune of his class. It’s his job to save mortals from their own terrible decisions made in the pursuit of the mythical “Happily Ever After.” When Calam is granted a shot at the Mortal Outcome Council mentorship, he thinks his dreams are finally coming true. But first, he must pass the test. It should be easy—Lucy Addlesberg has been unfortunate for years. All he has to do is continue her string of bad luck so she can finally come to terms with reality and settle for a safer, more logical path in life. Yet when he arrives, he finds that Lucy has a Guardian assigned to her too—a chipper overachiever who is as colorful as the magic pouring from her glittery wand. To thwart each other, Darling and Calam insert themselves into Lucy’s life posing as a betrothed couple. As they try to guide her down what they each see as the best path for her, they start questioning their roles and ultimately what they truly want for themselves… and if those feelings of loathing they have for each other might actually be something more like love. Content Warning: Bipolar disorder, intrusive thoughts, brief self-harm and passive suicidality
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Alechia Dow is a former pastry chef, librarian, and award-winning author of acclaimed YA scifi-fantasies: The Sound of Stars (a Junior Library Guild Selection and Hal Clement ALA notable), The Kindred (Locus & Ignyte finalist, Indie Next Kids January 2022 Pick, British Science Fiction Association’s Best Book for Younger Readers Nominee, Bank Street College’s Best Children’s Book of 2023), A Song of Salvation (Kirkus starred, British Science Fiction Association’s Best Book for Younger Readers Finalist, Hal Clement ALA notable, Locus finalist), several short anthology pieces, and middle grade stories Just a Pinch of Magic (PW starred, Kirkus starred & Best Middle Grade of 2023), The Cookie Crumbles and Their Just Desserts which she co-authored with Tracy Badua. When not writing, you can find her having epic dance parties with her family, baking, reading, and exploring her local food scene. 
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Game, Set, Match
Jennifer Iacopelli Publisher: Hachette Book Group / Requited Pub Date: Feb. 2, 2026 Genre: Adult Romance Synopsis: She's a tennis superstar on the rise. He's the bad boy champ who broke her heart. When they meet on the court, their competition is hot -- but their chemistry is even hotter. All of Penny Harrison’s hard work is finally paying off. At 21 years old, she’s a tennis icon in-the-making, with massive sponsorship deals and legendary status on the horizon, if she can just nail the upcoming Grand Slam in Paris. Until then, there’s no room for mistakes. When she returns to the prestigious Outer Banks Tennis Club to train, though, she comes face to face with the biggest mistake she ever made: Alex Russell. With piercing blue eyes and irresistible charm, the bad boy tennis star is the only guy who ever broke Penny’s heart. To keep her head in the game—and her mind off Alex—Penny leans on two of the club’s other rising stars. Jasmine Randazzo and Indiana Gaffney are both balancing exploding careers with their own off-the-court romances, and their drama might be enough to keep Penny distracted. But as days tick down to Paris, Penny seems to always find herself across the court from Alex. She knows that winning it all means laser focus…so why can’t Penny stay away from the one guy who ruins everything? Perfect for fans of Chloe Walsh and Bal Khabra, this juicy and action-filled tennis rom com is a match you won't want to look away from.
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Jennifer Iacopelli writes about ambitious young women falling in love. Her novels include Game, Set, Match, Break the Fall and Finding Her Edge along with a co-edited anthology, Out of Our League. Throughout her career her books have been published in over a dozen languages and Finding Her Edge is being adapted for TV by Netflix. She lives in New York and writes to her heart’s content while cheering on her beloved Yankees. |
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