Recommendations based on Leah on the Offbeatby Becky Albertalli

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  1. Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

    by Becky Albertalli
    A teenager's struggle to come to terms with his sexual identity while keeping a secret from his family and friends.

    Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the ... (Goodreads)

  2. The Upside of Unrequited

    by Becky Albertalli
    A teenage girl learns to embrace her identity, finding strength in her vulnerability.

    Seventeen-year-old Molly Peskin-Suso knows all about unrequited love—she’s lived through it twenty-six times. She crushes hard and crushes often, but always in secret. Because no matter how many ... (Goodreads)

  3. They Both Die at the End

    by Adam Silvera
    Two strangers, united by fate, explore life and death while forming a unique bond.

    Adam Silvera reminds us that there’s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting story about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable ... (Goodreads)

  4. The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue

    by Mackenzi Lee
    An 18th-century adventure of love, friendship, and self-discovery as a young man travels Europe.

    A Kirkus Prize nominee and Stonewall Honor winner with 5 starred reviews! A New York Times bestseller! Named one of the best books of 2017 by NPR and the New York Public Library! "The queer teen ... (Barnes & Noble)

  5. The Sun Is Also a Star

    by Nicola Yoon
    An unlikely romance between two teenagers of different backgrounds, testing the limits of fate.

    Natasha lives in New York City with her parents Samuel and Patricia, and her brother Peter, all of whom are illegally in the country. Natasha and her family are set to be deported back to Jamaica. ... (Wikipedia)

  6. What If It's Us

    by Becky Albertalli
    Two boys meet in a New York City summer and fall in love, but their relationship is tested by distance and missed connections.

    A New York Times , USA Today , and Indie bestseller! Critically acclaimed and bestselling authors Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera combine their talents in this smart, funny, heartfelt collaboration ... (Barnes & Noble)

  7. Eliza and Her Monsters

    by Francesca Zappia
    A reclusive teenage girl's journey of self-discovery, as she navigates her secret online fandom.

    “A love letter to fandom, friendship, and the stories that shape us, Eliza and Her Monsters is absolutely magical.”—Marieke Nijkamp, New York Times– bestselling author of This Is Where It Ends This ... (Barnes & Noble)

  8. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

    by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
    Two teenage boys explore friendship, identity, and family, with unexpected results.

    The book is divided into six sections. In each part we see the two main characters, Aristotle and Dante, discovering more about themselves, more Aristotle than Dante. 15-year-old Aristotle "Ari" ... (Wikipedia)

  9. Children of Blood and Bone

    by Tomi Adeyemi
    In a world where magic has been suppressed, a young girl fights to bring it back and overthrow the oppressive monarchy.

    The novel takes place in the fictional land of Orïsha, inhabited by two distinct people: divîners, who have the capability to become magical maji and are marked by white hair, and non-magical ... (Wikipedia)

  10. Turtles All the Way Down

    by John Green
    A teenage girl's battle with mental illness, as she navigates her relationships & struggles to find her place in the world.

    Aza Holmes is a 16-year-old high school student living in Indianapolis who struggles with OCD , which often manifests as a fear of the human microbiome . Constantly worried about infection, ... (Wikipedia)

  11. Save the Date

    by Morgan Matson
    A wedding planner's daughter navigates her own family drama and romantic entanglements during her sister's wedding weekend.

    “The cinema-worthy rom-com of your summer reading dreams.” —,Bustle, “A sparkling summer story ideal for teens who are on that bittersweet cusp of change.” —,Booklist, “[A] romantic comedy of ... (Barnes & Noble)

  12. Sadie

    by Courtney Summers
    Sadie's sister is murdered and she goes on a mission to find the killer. Told through her perspective and a podcast host's investigation.

    "Sadie,: a novel for readers of any age, and a character as indelible as a scar. Flat-out dazzling." — A. J. Finn, #1, New York Times, bestselling author of, The Woman in the Window, A, New York ... (Barnes & Noble)

  13. Girl Made of Stars

    by Ashley Herring Blake
    Mara's world is shattered when her twin brother is accused of rape. She must navigate the complexities of loyalty, love, and trauma.

    Twin siblings Mara and Owen attend a weekend party with their peers from Pebblebrook High School. There, Owen meets up with his girlfriend, Hannah. Mara sees Charlie, her former girlfriend, holding ... (Wikipedia)

  14. All the Bright Places

    by Jennifer Niven
    Two teens struggling to find hope in the face of depression and grief, discovering the power of love.

    Theodore Finch and Violet Markey are two teenagers who badly want to escape from their small Indiana town. Violet is a popular girl who is secretly dealing with survivor's remorse, and Finch is a boy ... (Wikipedia)

  15. Always and Forever, Lara Jean

    by Jenny Han
    A young girl navigates the ups and downs of first love and family.

    Now in her final year of high school, Lara Jean Song Covey is excitedly looking forward to attending school with her boyfriend, Peter Kavinsky, at the University of Virginia (UVA). Peter has been ... (Wikipedia)

  16. Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Life

    by Bryan Lee O'Malley
    A young man's misadventures in love, learning lessons of responsibility and maturity.

    Scott Pilgrim's life is totally sweet. He's 23 years old, he's in a rock band, he's "between jobs," and he's dating a cute high school girl. Nothing could possibly go wrong, unless a seriously ... (Barnes & Noble)

  17. A List of Cages

    by Robin Roe
    Heart-wrenching story of two boys, once foster brothers, who reunite in high school and confront their traumatic past.

    This "gripping and moving" story of two foster brothers sharply examines the impact of loss, grief, and abuse (Emma Donohgue, bestselling author of, Room,) — and celebrates the power of friendship. ... (Barnes & Noble)

  18. Wonder Woman: Warbringer

    by Leigh Bardugo
    A young Amazon warrior must protect the world from the wrath of an ancient goddess.

    Daughter of immortals. Princess Diana longs to prove herself to her legendary warrior sisters. But when the opportunity finally comes, she throws away her chance at glory and breaks Amazon ... (Goodreads)

  19. We Are the Ants

    by Shaun David Hutchinson
    A coming-of-age story of a young gay man who must make a life-altering decision.

    From the “author to watch” ( Kirkus Reviews ) of The Five Stages of Andrew Brawley comes a brand-new novel about a teenage boy who must decide whether or not the world is worth saving. Henry Denton ... (Barnes & Noble)

  20. Carry On

    by Rainbow Rowell
    Follows two boys on their journey of magical self-discovery as they battle evil forces.

    Simon Snow is an 18 year old orphaned magician returning to Watford School of Magicks for his eighth and final year. Raised among the "Normals" (humans without magical powers) Simon was discovered as ... (Wikipedia)

  21. The Lady's Guide to Petticoats and Piracy

    by Mackenzi Lee
    A feminist adventure following Felicity Montague as she navigates the world of medicine and piracy in the 18th century.

    In this highly anticipated sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue , Felicity Montague must use all her womanly wits and wiles to achieve her dreams of ... (Barnes & Noble)

  22. The Raven King

    by Maggie Stiefvater
    Young adults embark on a mysterious journey, unraveling secrets of a supernatural world.

    The Raven Cycle follows the story of Blue Sargent, Richard Gansey III, Adam Parrish, Ronan Lynch, and Noah Czerny as they attempt to find the sleeping Welsh King Owain Glendower who is buried on the ... (Wikipedia)

  23. Geekerella

    by Ashley Poston
    A modern retelling of Cinderella, where a geeky girl wins a chance to meet her favorite actor and falls in love.

    Cinderella goes to the con in this fandom-fueled twist on the classic fairy tale. Part romance, part love letter to nerd culture, and all totally adorbs, Geekerella is a fairy tale for anyone who ... (Goodreads)

  24. Life As We Knew It

    by Susan Beth Pfeffer
    A teenage girl's struggle to survive an apocalyptic disaster, relying on her resilience and resourcefulness.

    Miranda’s disbelief turns to fear in a split second when a meteor knocks the moon closer to the earth. How should her family prepare for the future when worldwide tsunamis wipe out the coasts, ... (Goodreads)

  25. Crooked Kingdom

    by Leigh Bardugo
    A gang of criminals must band together to take down a powerful adversary.

    In the prologue, a Grisha man named Emil Retvenko is kidnapped by a winged Shu man. The book commences in a gambling parlor known as Club Cumulus where Jesper and Nina keep Jan Van Eck's lawyer, ... (Wikipedia)

  26. Illuminae

    by Amie Kaufman
    Two teens fight for survival amidst a galactic war, set against a backdrop of espionage and deception.

    This morning, Kady thought breaking up with Ezra was the hardest thing she’d have to do. This afternoon, her planet was invaded. The year is 2575, and two rival mega-corporations are at war over a ... (Goodreads)

  27. Warcross

    by Marie Lu
    A teenage hacker's thrilling journey in a virtual world with danger and excitement.

    18-year old Emika Chen works as a bounty hunter for a living, which entails capturing individuals who are suspected of betting on Warcross, the largest internet game in the world, in which players ... (Wikipedia)

  28. The Far Reaching Tentacles of N'rygoth

    by Kurtis J. Wiebe
    A young mage's quest to reclaim an ancient relic, battling forces of darkness.

    A brand-new, booze-soaked tale of the Rat Queens reveals a growing menace within the very walls of Palisade. And while Dee may have run from her past, the bloated, blood-feasting sky god N’rygoth ... (Barnes & Noble)

  29. The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic

    by Leigh Bardugo
    A collection of dark and twisted fairy tales, filled with magic, monsters, and unexpected twists.

    The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with Shadow and Bone , an original series! , Inspired by myth, fairy tale, and folklore, #1, New York Times,-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo has ... (Barnes & Noble)

  30. Ink

    by Alice Broadway
    In a world where every significant moment is tattooed on the skin, a girl uncovers secrets that threaten to upend her society.

    A deliciously dark, gorgeously written YA mystery that'll prickle your skin . . . and leave a permanent mark.,There are no secrets in Saintstone.,From the second you're born, every achievement, every ... (Barnes & Noble)