Julie Anne Peters Boeken

When the relay race teams are chosen in gym class, it's clear that one team doesn't have a chance of winning: Jenny is more interested in eating candy than running around a track; Prairie has a bad leg; Lydia is a complete klutz; and Max is, well, Max. But together, they proudly dub themselves the 'Snob Squad' and vow revenge on their arch enemies, the Neon Nikes, headed by the principal's spoiled daughter, Ashley Krupps. As the Snob Squad members band together to thwart the Neon Nikes, they realize that their greatest weapon might not be as out of reach as they think.

A compelling collection of stories that delves into the experiences of gay teenage girls.

National Book Award finalist Julie Anne Peters delivers a moving, classic love story between two girls. With a steady boyfriend, the position of Student Council President, and a chance to go to an Ivy League college, high school life is just fine for Holland Jaeger. At least, it seems to be. But when Cece Goddard comes to school, everything changes. Cece and Holland have undeniable feelings for each other, but how will others react to their developing relationship? This moving love story is for fans of Nancy Garden's classic young adult coming out novel, Annie on My Mind. With her characteristic humor and breezy style, Peters has captured the compelling emotions of young love.

Fourteen-year-old Nick has a three-legged dog named Lucky 2, some pet fish, and two mothers, whose relationship complicates his entire life as they face prejudice, work problems, alcoholism, cancer, and finally separation.

With the help of his sister, Liam secretly transforms himself into a girl when evening falls, but although he wants to present his female persona to the world, he fears the reaction of the rest of his family.

The story follows best friends Kimberly and Ann as they strive to qualify for the National Spelling Bee in their eighth grade year. Their dedication to practice faces a challenge when Ann begins to sponsor new student Lurlene, an exceptional speller. As the competition heats up, the dynamic between the three girls shifts, leading to potential rivalry and testing their friendships. The narrative explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the pressures of competition.

When her girlfriend dies suddenly at age seventeen, Colorado teenager Alix struggles with grief as painful secrets are revealed

The story follows sixth-grade misfits Jenny, Max, Prairie, and Lydia as they devise a hilarious plan to spark a romance between Prairie and her crush, Hugh Torkerson, affectionately nicknamed 'Tork the Dork.' Their scheme involves a science lab rat, embarrassing photos, and a vanishing notebook, leading to unexpected consequences that draw more attention than they anticipated. With a blend of humor and heart, the sequel explores friendship and the complexities of middle school romance.

Originally titled "Far From Xanadu," this story explores unrequited love with a provocative twist, now available in a redesigned paperback with a new title.

An intense exploration of an abusive relationship unfolds through the eyes of its characters, revealing the complexities of love, power, and control. The narrative delves deeply into the emotional turmoil and psychological impact on those involved, providing a raw and honest depiction of the struggle for freedom and self-identity. As the story progresses, it highlights the often-hidden dynamics of abuse, making it a poignant and thought-provoking read.