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A Universe of Wishes: A We Need Diverse Books Anthology
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Fifteen diverse stories from the leading voices in YA, including a tale set in V.E. Schwab's bestselling Shades of Magic series.
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From We Need Diverse Books, the organisation behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes a young adult fantasy short story collection featuring some of the best own-voices children's authors, including New York Times bestselling authors Libba Bray (The Diviners), V. E. Schwab (A Darker Shade of Magic), Natalie C. Parker (Seafire), and many more.
In the fourth collaboration with We Need Diverse Books, fifteen award-winning and celebrated diverse authors deliver stories about a princess without need of a prince, a monster long misunderstood, memories that vanish with a spell, and voices that refuse to stay silent in the face of injustice.
This powerful and inclusive collection contains a universe of wishes for a braver and more beautiful world.
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The anthology A Universe of Wishes is praised for its diverse collection of short stories by various authors, each offering unique perspectives and imaginative narratives. Reviews highlight the inclusion of underrepresented voices and celebrate its range of genres and themes, from fantasy to speculative fiction. The book is commended for creating a vivid and inclusive world that resonates deeply with readers, particularly those who seek diverse representation in young adult literature.
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ISBN: 9781789098006
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 July 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Titan Books Ltd
Contributors:
- Edited by Dhonielle Clayton
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 400
About the Author
Dhonielle Clayton is the New York Times bestselling author of The Belles and the co-author of the series Tiny Pretty Things, on which the Netflix show is based. She is the COO of the non-profit We Need Diverse Books and CEO of the diversity-focused story kitchen Cake Literary.
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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson is the New York Times No.1 bestselling YA crime thriller that has captivated readers globally. Now adapted into a major BBC series, this intricately plotted and intensely gripping novel is being lauded as a modern classic in young adult literature. Pippa Fitz-Amobi, an intelligent and determined high school student, is looking...Paperback$1800Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Powerless
OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD! THE INSTANT NO. 1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING PHENOMENON. ‘Nothing short of epic’ - Rosie Talbot, bestselling author of Sixteen Souls ‘A thrilling fantasy with the most delicious slow-burn romance’ - M.A. Kuzniar, bestselling author of Midnight in Everwood ‘[A] titillating debut’ - Publishers Weekly ‘A masterpiece’ - Goodreads Reader Review ‘Everyone needs to read it’ -...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2899Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks
Louise Rennison for the Dork Diaries generation - hilarious, relatable and full of heart. The first book in the hilarious new series for children by the bestselling creator of Hurrah For Gin. The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks follows Lottie Brooks, who is 11 and feels like her life is already officially over. Not only is she about to...Paperback$1799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
The fourth book in this hilarious bestselling series full of friendship, family, and first experiences from the creator of Hurrah for Gin. Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip continues to navigate the many perils of growing up in this fantastically funny illustrated series for a 9-12 audience, filled with friendship, embarrassing moments, and plenty of lols. Woe is me. So much...Paperback$1900Elsewhere:$2100Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today
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Young Adult lists from the team
Explore our curated lists from our heroes to find your next read!
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Lizzy's listYoung Adult
Emily's YA Recommendations
The amazing Emily visited Book Hero and made a list of some of her favourite reads - perfect for ages 12 and...View the list -
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Lizzy's listYoung Adult
Lizzy's Favourite Young Adult Romance
In this list there really is a bit of everything - coming of age stories, magical stories about enemies to lovers, boarding...View the list
