In the tumult of 1970s New York City, kids are expected to figure out issues of race that adults haven't when seventh graders are bused from their neighborhood in Queens to integrate a new school in South Jamaica. Jamila, Josie, and Francesca are three mixed-race girls who have always felt like outsiders in their mostly white neighborhood in Queens, but at least they have each other. Now it's seventh grade, and they're part of an experiment where kids will go on a long bus ride to integrate a new school in a black neighborhood. Maybe there the three girls can finally fit in. But Francesca's parents put her in private school. And Jamila and Josie discover that they're not even in the same classes. How do they find their place in a school divided between black and white? And what about the boys wanting to be friends--and maybe more? Can kids come together when grown-ups stay apart? In this tender story of friendship and family love, award-winning author Marina Budhos captures what it's like to tip from twelve to thirteen and to try to carry the dreams of adults.

“Poignant and important.” —Refinery29 “A bright and sparkly celebration of love and self-acceptance.” —Kirkus Reviews Judy Blume meets RuPaul’s Drag Race in this funny, feel-good debut novel about a queer teen who navigates questions of identity and self-acceptance while discovering the magical world of drag. Perpetually awkward Nima Kumara-Clark is bored with her insular community of Bridgeton, in love with her straight girlfriend, and trying to move past her mother’s unexpected departure. After a bewildering encounter at a local festival, Nima finds herself suddenly immersed in the drag scene on the other side of town. Macho drag kings, magical queens, new love interests, and surprising allies propel Nima both painfully and hilariously closer to a self she never knew she could be—one that can confidently express and accept love. But she’ll have to learn to accept lost love to get there. From debut author Tanya Boteju comes a poignant, laugh-out-loud tale of acceptance, self-expression, and the colorful worlds that await when we’re brave enough to look.

Diagnosed with breast cancer and dealing with a difficult divorce, Jaimie Sherling found support and lasting friendships in the most unexpected place, the Madison Wisconsin Drag Queen community. This is her memoir, the story of her journey to redemption and recovery.Reach for your tissues and prepare to belly laugh as Jaimie Sherling takes you on her wild adventure through breast cancer and divorce, love and triumph, dancing and falling, in her breakout memoir. Meet the "Queens" who helped her keep it all together from the dark days to the sunshine."Life is a roller coaster. The highs don't last forever, and you can't escape the lows. That's why it's important to learn to embrace the ride. Things will bottom out when you least expect it. Celebrate the heck out of the ups and lean on those who love you during the downs. You know-the people who hold your hair back when you puke." Buckle up, stock up on some chocolate, pour yourself a drink, as you dive into her story. If she didn't get thrown off the coaster, there's hope for all of us.

Embark on another “nerve-biting and explosive” adventure between worlds in this refreshingly intersectional portal fantasy for adult readers (Tor.com) Saffron Coulter has returned from the fantasy kingdom of Kena. Threatened with a stay in psychiatric care, Saffron has to make a choice: to forget about Kena and fit back into the life she’s outgrown—or pit herself against everything she’s ever known and everyone she loves. Meanwhile, in Kena, Gwen is increasingly troubled by the absence of Leoden—the cruel ruler of the kingdom—and his plans for the captive worldwalkers. Elsewhere, Yena must confront the deposed Kadeja in Veksh. What is their endgame? Who can they trust? And what will happen when Leoden returns?

In this high-interest novel for middle readers, boy-crazy Kiara convinces studious Jane to create a questionnaire to help find her soulmate.

Before George R. R. Martin there was Dorothy Dunnett . . . PERFECT for fans of A Game of Thrones. 'She is a brilliant story teller, The Lymond Chronicles will keep you reading late into the night, desperate to know the fate of the characters you have come to care deeply about.' The Times Literary Supplement Queen's Play is the second book in the series ----------------------------- 'The crossroads may not be of your own seeking, but at least the road you choose will be your own' 1548 and seven-year-old Mary Queen of Scots, betrothed to her cousin the Dauphin, heir to the French throne, has been dispatched to France. But far from home and vulnerable, surrounded by the double-dealing and debauchery of a dangerous and unpredictable court, she suffers a series of 'accidents'. Her mother, Scotland's Queen Dowager, orders Francis Crawford of Lymond to protect Mary, believing that at the very heart of Henri II's glittering, decadent court is an assassin hired to kill the infant monarch. Lymond must secretly hunt down this individual before he himself is exposed . . . 'Vivid, engaging, densely plotted -- are almost certainly destined to be counted among the classics of popular fiction' New York Times 'Melodrama of the most magnificent kind' The Guardian

Set in the magical world of Renthia, The Queen of Blood is Sarah Beth Durst’s ambitious entry into adult epic fantasy. With the danger of Peter Brett’s The Warded Man, heart of Naomi Novik’s Uprooted, and lyricism of Patrick Rothfuss’ The Name of the Wind, this is the first chapter in a series destined to be a classic. Everything has a spirit: the willow tree with leaves that kiss the pond, the stream that feeds the river, the wind that exhales fresh snow . . . But the spirits that reside within this land want to rid it of all humans. One woman stands between these malevolent spirits and the end of humankind: the queen. She alone has the magical power to prevent the spirits from destroying every man, woman, and child. But queens are still just human, and no matter how strong or good, the threat of danger always looms. With the position so precarious, young women are chosen to train as heirs. Daleina, a seemingly quiet academy student, is under no illusions as to her claim to the throne, but simply wants to right the wrongs that have befallen the land. Ven, a disgraced champion, has spent his exile secretly fighting against the growing number of spirit attacks. Joining forces, these daring partners embark on a treacherous quest to find the source of the spirits’ restlessness—a journey that will test their courage and trust, and force them to stand against both enemies and friends to save their land . . . before it’s bathed in blood.

Girl Secure Yourself Nadira Sy'Mone, the mogul and business woman the world has come to adore, began last season with turbulence. Lies and betrayal led her to an infamous court appearance that ultimately changed her life. She bet it all for love, but quickly found that her lover was betting against her. Luckily, all things worked in her favor, as her unknown DNA was on her side. Now, acquainted with the family she's never known, she buckles up a wild ride. Not only is this family rooted in faith, they also have heavy mob ties. Not everyone that shares her DNA is working in her favor however, there is a snake in the midst and he will stop at whatever to save himself. Painful past secrets are revealed and enemies resurface, leaving the mogul wondering what she's ever done to deserve all this. An old flame arrives on the scene to put everything back into perspective, but not without setting the city ablaze and conquering many obstacles. In this tale the Million Dollar Baby goes from playing checkers to chess, as she learns the Queen is the most powerful piece on the board. The King may have come to grant her a happily ever after, but this girl must first, secure herself.

Yara Parmstone, Queen of the Dragon Shifters, is at war. Two of them—one among those she’s supposed to rule and an even darker, deadlier one. The plan? Panic. The other plan? Steal back the goddess of the dragon shifters like the thief Yara has always been. If she doesn’t, the war will be lost and all shifters will die. Even her three hot-as-sin favorites. That just won’t do. With the help of a strange woman, Yara must stay one step ahead of the wars raging all around her to stay alive, to save the shifters, and to keep riding those horny dragons of hers. Don't miss the exciting conclusion to this scorching hot reverse harem series! If you love authors like T.S. Joyce, Elizabeth Briggs, and Jaymin Eve, this series is for you! KEYWORDS: new adult, mystery, paranormal, supernatural, reverse harem, fantasy, folklore, folktale, folk tale, legend, legends, myth, myths, action adventure, action, adventure, book, books, ebook, quick read, read, short, serial, series, female protagonist, thief, novel, secret, suspense, thriller, alpha male, literature, story, stories, hero, fiction, romance, romance ebook, romance ebooks, romance book, romance books, wealthy, millionaire, women's fiction, racy, legal, romance novel, romance books, urban, contemporary, dragon, dragon shifters, dragon shifter, dragon shifter romance, shifter, shapeshifter, transform, dragons, secret, sensual, death, magic, sorcery, witch, wizard, sorceress, romance books full novel, paranormal romance, dragon shifter romance, books to read and download, paranormal romance books, shifter romance books full novel, ebooks romance, romance books for adults, paranormal romance books full novel, steamy romance books, happily ever after, secrets, guaranteed HEA, sexually romantic books, fantasy romance, romantic fantasy, queens, royalty