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The Gift Of Books 2024 - Books For Teens

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A selection of new books from 2024 that make great gifts for teens ages 13 and up.

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Luminous Beings

Luminous Beings

(a Quiet Film of Cosmic Fury)

by Arnold, David

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. Rife with 1980s to early-aughts references and zombie squirrels, this quirky and funny graphic novel follows two best friends making a documentary of their dystopian reality. Give this to fans of Paper Girls and Stranger Things. Ages 14+. Rife with 1980s to early-aughts references and zombie squirrels, this quirky and funny graphic novel follows two best friends making a documentary of their dystopian reality. Give this to fans of Paper Girls and Stranger Things. Show less

Ages 14+. Rife with 1980s to early-aughts references and zombie squirrels, this quirky and funny graphic novel follows two best friends making a documentary of their dystopian reality. Give this to fans of Paper Girls and Stranger Things. Ages 14+. Rife with 1980s to early-aughts references and zombie squirrels, this quirky and funny graphic novel follows two best friends making a documentary of their dystopian reality. Give this to fans of Paper Girls and Stranger Things. Show less

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Games Untold

Games Untold

An Inheritance Games Collection

by Barnes, Jennifer Lynn

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. Explore the world of The Inheritance Games with a new collection of short stories about fan favorite characters. Ages 13+. Explore the world of The Inheritance Games with a new collection of short stories about fan favorite characters. Show less

Ages 13+. Explore the world of The Inheritance Games with a new collection of short stories about fan favorite characters. Ages 13+. Explore the world of The Inheritance Games with a new collection of short stories about fan favorite characters. Show less

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Aisle Nine

Aisle Nine

by Cho, Ian X.

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. Jasper, a teenage amnesiac working retail during the apocalypse, finds himself having to take on the important task saving the world in this darkly humorous novel. Ages 13+. Jasper, a teenage amnesiac working retail during the apocalypse, finds himself having to take on the important task saving the world in this darkly humorous novel. Show less

Ages 13+. Jasper, a teenage amnesiac working retail during the apocalypse, finds himself having to take on the important task saving the world in this darkly humorous novel. Ages 13+. Jasper, a teenage amnesiac working retail during the apocalypse, finds himself having to take on the important task saving the world in this darkly humorous novel. Show less

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Looking for Smoke

Looking for Smoke

by Cobell, K. A.

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. Set on a Blackfeet Nation reservation, Cobell’s tense and compelling debut thriller follows four teens trying to unravel the mystery of a friend's death--and clear their names. Ages 13+. Set on a Blackfeet Nation reservation, Cobell’s tense and compelling debut thriller follows four teens trying to unravel the mystery of a friend's death--and clear their names. Show less

Ages 13+. Set on a Blackfeet Nation reservation, Cobell’s tense and compelling debut thriller follows four teens trying to unravel the mystery of a friend's death--and clear their names. Ages 13+. Set on a Blackfeet Nation reservation, Cobell’s tense and compelling debut thriller follows four teens trying to unravel the mystery of a friend's death--and clear their names. Show less

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I Shall Never Fall in Love

I Shall Never Fall in Love

by Conner, Hari

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. This charming graphic novel featuring a slow-burn regency romance will delight fans of Jane Austen, Alice Oseman, and Jen Wang's The Prince and the Dressmaker. Ages 13+. This charming graphic novel featuring a slow-burn regency romance will delight fans of Jane Austen, Alice Oseman, and Jen Wang's The Prince and the Dressmaker. Show less

Ages 13+. This charming graphic novel featuring a slow-burn regency romance will delight fans of Jane Austen, Alice Oseman, and Jen Wang's The Prince and the Dressmaker. Ages 13+. This charming graphic novel featuring a slow-burn regency romance will delight fans of Jane Austen, Alice Oseman, and Jen Wang's The Prince and the Dressmaker. Show less

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The Love Interest

The Love Interest

by Comerford, Helen

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. A sharp romantic comedy satirizing the superhero genre and modern fandom. Ages 14+. A sharp romantic comedy satirizing the superhero genre and modern fandom. Show less

Ages 14+. A sharp romantic comedy satirizing the superhero genre and modern fandom. Ages 14+. A sharp romantic comedy satirizing the superhero genre and modern fandom. Show less

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Ruin Road

Ruin Road

by Giles, Lamar

Book - 2024

Ages 12+. A star football player makes a life-changing wish in this spine-tingling supernatural thriller. Ages 12+. A star football player makes a life-changing wish in this spine-tingling supernatural thriller. Show less

Ages 12+. A star football player makes a life-changing wish in this spine-tingling supernatural thriller. Ages 12+. A star football player makes a life-changing wish in this spine-tingling supernatural thriller. Show less

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Young Hag and the Witches' Quest

Young Hag and the Witches' Quest

by Greenberg, Isabel

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. Arthurian legends get turned on their heads in this unique graphic novel about a young witch's magical quest after the death of her mother. Give this to fans of legends and fables or anyone who appreciates a strong female lead character. Ages 13+. Arthurian legends get turned on their heads in this unique graphic novel about a young witch's magical quest after the death of her mother. Give this to fans of legends and fables or anyone who appreciates a strong female lead character. Show less

Ages 13+. Arthurian legends get turned on their heads in this unique graphic novel about a young witch's magical quest after the death of her mother. Give this to fans of legends and fables or anyone who appreciates a strong female lead character. Ages 13+. Arthurian legends get turned on their heads in this unique graphic novel about a young witch's magical quest after the death of her mother. Give this to fans of legends and fables or anyone who appreciates a strong female lead character. Show less

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Sky's End

Sky's End

by Gregson, Marc J.

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. For fans of Attack on Titan and Red Rising comes a new fast-paced story of a dystopian society plagued by monsters and the underdog seeking revenge. Ages 14+. For fans of Attack on Titan and Red Rising comes a new fast-paced story of a dystopian society plagued by monsters and the underdog seeking revenge. Show less

Ages 14+. For fans of Attack on Titan and Red Rising comes a new fast-paced story of a dystopian society plagued by monsters and the underdog seeking revenge. Ages 14+. For fans of Attack on Titan and Red Rising comes a new fast-paced story of a dystopian society plagued by monsters and the underdog seeking revenge. Show less

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Twelfth Knight

Twelfth Knight

by Follmuth, Alexene Farol

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. Shakespeare meets Dungeons & Dragons in this delightful modern retelling. Ages 13+. Shakespeare meets Dungeons & Dragons in this delightful modern retelling. Show less

Ages 13+. Shakespeare meets Dungeons & Dragons in this delightful modern retelling. Ages 13+. Shakespeare meets Dungeons & Dragons in this delightful modern retelling. Show less

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The Baker and the Bard

The Baker and the Bard

A Cozy Fantasy Adventure

by Haught, Fern

Book - 2024

Ages 12+. This gentle fantasy graphic novel is perfect for cozy gamers and bakers. Pair it with some baking supplies or a gift card to one of our local pastry shops. Ages 12+. This gentle fantasy graphic novel is perfect for cozy gamers and bakers. Pair it with some baking supplies or a gift card to one of our local pastry shops. Show less

Ages 12+. This gentle fantasy graphic novel is perfect for cozy gamers and bakers. Pair it with some baking supplies or a gift card to one of our local pastry shops. Ages 12+. This gentle fantasy graphic novel is perfect for cozy gamers and bakers. Pair it with some baking supplies or a gift card to one of our local pastry shops. Show less

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A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants

A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants

Wicked Weeds and Sinister Seeds

by Hirsch, Rebecca E.

Book - 2024

Ages 12+. A beautifully illustrated and fascinatingly informative volume that deftly explores science, history, and true crime. Ages 12+. A beautifully illustrated and fascinatingly informative volume that deftly explores science, history, and true crime. Show less

Ages 12+. A beautifully illustrated and fascinatingly informative volume that deftly explores science, history, and true crime. Ages 12+. A beautifully illustrated and fascinatingly informative volume that deftly explores science, history, and true crime. Show less

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Kagurabachi

Kagurabachi

Vol. 1 : Mission

by Hokazono, Takeru

Book - 2024

Ages 16+. This global hit manga following the bloody adventures of a vengeance-seeking sword wielder is an exciting next series for fans of Bleach, Demon Slayer, and Jujutsu Kaisen. Ages 16+. This global hit manga following the bloody adventures of a vengeance-seeking sword wielder is an exciting next series for fans of Bleach, Demon Slayer, and Jujutsu Kaisen. Show less

Ages 16+. This global hit manga following the bloody adventures of a vengeance-seeking sword wielder is an exciting next series for fans of Bleach, Demon Slayer, and Jujutsu Kaisen. Ages 16+. This global hit manga following the bloody adventures of a vengeance-seeking sword wielder is an exciting next series for fans of Bleach, Demon Slayer, and Jujutsu Kaisen. Show less

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The Reappearance of Rachel Price

The Reappearance of Rachel Price

by Jackson, Holly

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. From the author of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder comes a new thriller mystery perfect for fans of true crime. Ages 14+. From the author of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder comes a new thriller mystery perfect for fans of true crime. Show less

Ages 14+. From the author of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder comes a new thriller mystery perfect for fans of true crime. Ages 14+. From the author of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder comes a new thriller mystery perfect for fans of true crime. Show less

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The Legend of the White Snake

The Legend of the White Snake

by Lee, Sher

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. Lee's reimagining of the titular Chinese folktale blends historical fantasy, earnest romance, and evocative xianxia world-building. Ages 14+. Lee's reimagining of the titular Chinese folktale blends historical fantasy, earnest romance, and evocative xianxia world-building. Show less

Ages 14+. Lee's reimagining of the titular Chinese folktale blends historical fantasy, earnest romance, and evocative xianxia world-building. Ages 14+. Lee's reimagining of the titular Chinese folktale blends historical fantasy, earnest romance, and evocative xianxia world-building. Show less

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I Hope This Doesn't Find You

I Hope This Doesn't Find You

by Liang, Ann

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. What if To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’s Lara Jean wrote hate emails to her academic rival instead of love letters? Ages 13+. What if To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’s Lara Jean wrote hate emails to her academic rival instead of love letters? Show less

Ages 13+. What if To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’s Lara Jean wrote hate emails to her academic rival instead of love letters? Ages 13+. What if To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’s Lara Jean wrote hate emails to her academic rival instead of love letters? Show less

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When the World Tips Over

When the World Tips Over

by Nelson, Jandy

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. An intricate, sweeping multigenerational epic--with some magic--from Printz-winner Jandy Nelson. Ages 14+. An intricate, sweeping multigenerational epic--with some magic--from Printz-winner Jandy Nelson. Show less

Ages 14+. An intricate, sweeping multigenerational epic--with some magic--from Printz-winner Jandy Nelson. Ages 14+. An intricate, sweeping multigenerational epic--with some magic--from Printz-winner Jandy Nelson. Show less

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A Drop of Venom

A Drop of Venom

by Patel, Sajni

Book - 2024

Ages 16+. What does it mean to be a monster? The legend of Medusa is retold as an empowering feminist tale in an Indian-mythology-inspired world. Ages 16+. What does it mean to be a monster? The legend of Medusa is retold as an empowering feminist tale in an Indian-mythology-inspired world. Show less

Ages 16+. What does it mean to be a monster? The legend of Medusa is retold as an empowering feminist tale in an Indian-mythology-inspired world. Ages 16+. What does it mean to be a monster? The legend of Medusa is retold as an empowering feminist tale in an Indian-mythology-inspired world. Show less

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Everything We Never Had

Everything We Never Had

by Ribay, Randy

Book - 2024

Ages 12+. A powerful and moving novel exploring father-son relationships among four generations of a family. Ages 12+. A powerful and moving novel exploring father-son relationships among four generations of a family. Show less

Ages 12+. A powerful and moving novel exploring father-son relationships among four generations of a family. Ages 12+. A powerful and moving novel exploring father-son relationships among four generations of a family. Show less

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The Extraordinary Disappointments of Leopold Berry

The Extraordinary Disappointments of Leopold Berry

by Riggs, Ransom

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. Riggs's signature storytelling shines in this fantastical new series. Ages 14+. Riggs's signature storytelling shines in this fantastical new series. Show less

Ages 14+. Riggs's signature storytelling shines in this fantastical new series. Ages 14+. Riggs's signature storytelling shines in this fantastical new series. Show less

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The Art Thieves

The Art Thieves

by Rogers, Andrea L.

Book - 2024

Ages 12+. Two teens team up to to save significant art pieces from the upcoming apocalypse in this dystopian time travel novel. Ages 12+. Two teens team up to to save significant art pieces from the upcoming apocalypse in this dystopian time travel novel. Show less

Ages 12+. Two teens team up to to save significant art pieces from the upcoming apocalypse in this dystopian time travel novel. Ages 12+. Two teens team up to to save significant art pieces from the upcoming apocalypse in this dystopian time travel novel. Show less

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Medici Heist

Medici Heist

by Schneiderhan, Caitlin

Book - 2024

Ages 13+. This Renaissance caper will steal the attention of historical fiction fans and thriller readers alike. Ages 13+. This Renaissance caper will steal the attention of historical fiction fans and thriller readers alike. Show less

Ages 13+. This Renaissance caper will steal the attention of historical fiction fans and thriller readers alike. Ages 13+. This Renaissance caper will steal the attention of historical fiction fans and thriller readers alike. Show less

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Heir

Heir

by Tahir, Sabaa

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. The first in a new duology set in Sabaa Tahir's bestselling An Ember in the Ashes series. Ages 14+. The first in a new duology set in Sabaa Tahir's bestselling An Ember in the Ashes series. Show less

Ages 14+. The first in a new duology set in Sabaa Tahir's bestselling An Ember in the Ashes series. Ages 14+. The first in a new duology set in Sabaa Tahir's bestselling An Ember in the Ashes series. Show less

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Brownstone

Brownstone

by Teer, Samuel

Book - 2024

Ages 14+. In this heartfelt coming-of-age graphic novel, Almudena navigates family, identity, and heritage during a summer renovating a brownstone with the father she's never met before. Ages 14+. In this heartfelt coming-of-age graphic novel, Almudena navigates family, identity, and heritage during a summer renovating a brownstone with the father she's never met before. Show less

Ages 14+. In this heartfelt coming-of-age graphic novel, Almudena navigates family, identity, and heritage during a summer renovating a brownstone with the father she's never met before. Ages 14+. In this heartfelt coming-of-age graphic novel, Almudena navigates family, identity, and heritage during a summer renovating a brownstone with the father she's never met before. Show less

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