From debut author Charlene Allen comes a captivating YA contemporary mystery and coming-of-age story, celebrating the power of friendship, first love, and exploring the criminal justice system from the lens of restorative justice. Perfect for fans of Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, and Maureen Johnson.In the game of life, sometimes other people hold all the controls. Or so it seems to VZ. Four months have passed since his best friend Ed was killed by a white man in ...

"A richly drawn story that explores the precarious construction of identity and the pain of complex family dynamics." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Author Charlene Allen blends mystery, romance, and friendshipin this contemporary YA novel about a teen girl who spends a transformative summer in a prestigious NYC journalism program that serves as a cover for her true purpose: discovering the identity of her dad that her mom refuses to talk about.

From debut author Charlene Allen comes a captivating YA contemporary mystery and coming-of-age story, celebrating the power of friendship, first love, and exploring the criminal justice system from the lens of restorative justice. Perfect for fans of Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, and Maureen Johnson.In the game of life, sometimes other people hold all the controls. Or so it seems to VZ. Four months have passed since his best friend Ed was killed by a white man in ...

"A richly drawn story that explores the precarious construction of identity and the pain of complex family dynamics." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Author Charlene Allen blends mystery, romance, and friendshipin this contemporary YA novel about a teen girl who spends a transformative summer in a prestigious NYC journalism program that serves as a cover for her true purpose: discovering the identity of her dad that her mom refuses to talk about.

STOP SETTLING is the book you’ve been waiting for if you’re tired of feeling unseen, unheard or unfulfilled and have let your career ambitions slip through your fingers. It’s the essential read for leaders who’ve paused their quest for advancement and need guidance to reignite their passions. In a world where it’s all too easy to stifle your desires and ambitions due to the constraints of your current surroundings, this book reminds us that our environments can limit our potential and prev...