An unforgettable coming of age novel for fans of 13 Reasons Why, It’s Kind of a Funny Story, and The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Don't miss the sequel, Every Star That Falls—available now!Fifteen-year-old Jeff wakes up on New Year’s Day to find himself in the hospital—specifically, in the psychiatric ward.Despite the bandages on his wrists, he’s positive this is all some huge mistake. Jeff is perfectly fine, perfectly normal; not like the other kids in the hospital with hi...

"I'm pretty sure I'm the only guy in my school who can replace a faulty kick-down switch and also create the perfect smoky eye."The Weyward family has been haunted by a curse for generations—if a Weyward falls in love before their seventeenth birthday, the person they love dies.Sam doesn't plan to fall for anyone in the weeks before his birthday. He'll spend his time working at the Eezy-Freeze with his dad; cooking up some midsummer magic with his grandmoth...

A surveyor's journey through the Australian outback tests the bonds of friendship and unearths a dark history.Western Australia, 1909. Fifteen-year-old William Watson joins his surveyor father on an expedition to map water sources in the Pilbara. The journey transforms William as he navigates the harsh landscape and forms unexpected bonds with his fellow travelers.But the outback holds dangers beyond the elements. A vengeful sergeant and the secrets of the ...

Untold Stories of the War Between the States All of South Carolina's history during the Civil War isn't well known. Author D. Michael Thomas has uncovered fifty accounts of lost history pertaining to the state and its men during the war. These are stories of astounding chivalry and valor in the face of horrific tragedies, along with unprecedented events. A single South Carolinian captured nearly six hundred Union soldiers. Lieutenant Alexander Chisolm had an extraordinary career. See the c...

In this stirring autobiography, we trace a soul's harrowing quest from darkness to light. The author confronts personal demons and external turmoil with unflinching candor. From a troubled upbringing to the chaos of war, their search for inner peace is a testament to human resilience. Raw yet graceful, the story reveals the redemptive power of the human spirit and the sacredness of hope. As the narrative weaves through pain and prayer, it celebrates the unbreakable bonds of community and t...

Just as a mixtape brings together disparate songs to give voice to its curator's musical mindset, in Where Next, Columbus? Thomas Michael Swensen juxtaposes different types of cultural production to explore how Native America and punk coexist, inform each other, and together articulate their own politics.Through an archive of zines, songs, flyers, and art installation, Swensen maps hardcore, thrash, metal, and even pop punk onto the Indigenous Americas. With each chapter a...

This much-anticipated sequel to the acclaimed fan-favorite novel Suicide Notes is a funny, touching look at what happens when you give up trying to be someone people want you to be and become exactly who you are.Jeff spent forty-five days in the psych ward of a hospital after a suicide attempt. Now that he’s home and has accepted that he’s gay, he’s ready to reenter his life feeling stronger and more comfortable being his true self than ever before.

The First Rule of Torching: Cleanse with fire.Josh is by far the best zombie Torcher around—at least, he is in his virtual-reality zombie-hunting game. Josh has quickly risen through the player ranks, relying on the skill, cunning, and agility of a real Torcher.The Second Rule of Torching: Save all humans.But luckily for Josh, zombies exist only in the virtual world. The real zombie war is now more than fifteen years in the past, and the battle to defeat the deadly ...

Author D. Michael Thomas presents the previously untold story of the Iron Scouts for the first time.Serving from late 1862 to the war's end, Wade Hampton's Scouts were a key component of the comprehensive intelligence network designed by Generals Robert E. Lee, J.E.B. Stuart and Wade Hampton. The Scouts were stationed behind enemy lines on a permanent basis and provided critical military intelligence to their generals. They became proficient in "unconventional" war...

This Civil War biography offers a lively account of the Confederate brigadier general whose defense of Fort Sumter was honored by the Union Army.General Stephen Elliott rose from captain of a militia artillery battery to command of an infantry brigade. His early war reputation as a daring raider and superb artilleryman grew to true hero status through his exemplary service at Fort Sumter. Handpicked to defend Sumter to the last extremity, Elliott performed so well ...

In 2084, the America of our founders is but a distant memory. The nation, divided into three political districts—the socialist West, the liberal East, and the conservative South—teeters on the brink of catastrophe as long-simmering tensions finally reach their breaking point.When a series of increasingly violent attacks rock the Southern District, ordinary citizens find themselves swept into the tide of history. Sara Chamberlain, a mother devastated by tragedy at a protest turned m...

An irreverent, insightful, and wickedly funny humor collection that shows just how queer life really is by one of the more charming voices in contemporary gay prose. Oh, wait, we're talking about Michael Thomas Ford. Well, he's still a good guy, kind to dogs, donates to homeless porn stars, and has stopped sending Mr. Baldwin selfies. Buy this book. He needs a new smart phone to take pictures. This new edition of the book--winner of the Lambda Literary Award for Best Humor--features a new ...