ACHUKA Book of the Day 23 Nov 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “With emotionally rich, evocative prose from Mati’s astute point of view, Musariri deftly avoids melodrama to deliver a cast of wholly original characters facing tragedy with raw vulnerability and humor. A stunning, heartbreaking twist at the end will have readers turning back the pages […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 16 Nov 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “It’s a rare treat when a story containing so much darkness can also be such an engrossing and propulsive read. Debaye’s perfectly-paced debut captures the perils and intensity of adolescence, and rewards the reader with gorgeously illustrated scenes that hit right in the gut.” […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 31 Oct 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “Fully captures the intensity of first love.” KIRKUS “Arnold’s prose is both lyrical and devastating…” Publishers Weekly A sweeping romantic novel from New York Times bestselling author David Arnold about the power of soulmates and love. Evan Taft has plans. Take a gap year […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 18 Sep 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “Alongside the central mystery, the author successfully explores a host of serious issues, including substance abuse, risky sexual behavior, and the armor of socioeconomic privilege (the apartment Izzy lives in is worlds away from her classmates’ lifestyles). The puzzle will keep readers engaged as […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “Equal parts dark, supernatural fantasy and mystery, this layered tale utilizes a spectacular arsenal of body horror, mythology, and the occult to explore mature themes around desirability, the consequences of unchecked power, and the apathy toward violence against girls engendered by a system that values perfectionism, pedigree, and submission over people’s lives. […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 24 Aug 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “Warm, vibrant colors deftly wash over the interestingly varied panels, depicting the brutal, inescapable heat and the intensity of being on the move in a geographically and politically hostile environment. There are also scenes of startling natural beauty and emotional vulnerability. A caption notes […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 17 Aug 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “A surreal, claustrophobic tale with much to say about the modern world in which we live and thought-provoking in the sense that this is what our future could indeed resemble.” Amazon reviewer “I loved the whole idea behind this book. It’s set in a […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 10 Aug 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “One page from Keith and I’m fifteen again, remembering the tensions, the friendships, the endless summer holidays. He’s a masterful storyteller: one of the finest we have and that’s why I savour every word he writes.” Phil Earle The Den by Keith Gray is […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 1 Aug 2023 Waterstones Amazon “The novel is full of striking details about living under siege, with a focus on the heroic deeds of medical professionals, but it also probes bigger-picture issues around PTSD, survivor’s guilt, national loyalty, and how morality stretches for the sake of survival. An unflinching representation […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 31 July 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “A collection of fantastically diverse South Asian stories reimagining and recentering ancient tales by beloved and well-known names from young adult literature as well as intriguing new voices…this anthology pushes the boundaries of fantasy, drawing on a broad range of settings, figures, and tales […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 18 Jul 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “We are huge fans of Robin Scott-Elliot’s historical fiction for young people. His books are thoughtful and thought-provoking, packed with drama, empathy and brilliant characters – perfect for tweens and early teens.” Parrot Street Book Club See also: Hide And Seek (Spectator Best Children’s […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 26 June 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “The nuanced portrayal of the effects of emotional distress is deeply layered in this well-paced novel. Summer’s relationships with her two closest friends are balanced by sharp outbursts that allow readers to experience her internal emotional landscape. The characters, who reflect the diversity of […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 8 Jun 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop The first title in a new blockbuster teen horror series. [The terrific cover is by a Spanish artist — Jose Real.] When everyone’s a vicious beast, it’s hard to spot the monsters. Sel Archer lives in a normal town with normal residents, except for […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 7 Jun 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “This superb YA thriller interweaves compelling action with a sense of the Native Americans’ long fight for their own history.” Guardian “A page-turning heist grounded in a nuanced exploration of critical issues of cultural integrity.” KIRKUS #1 New York Times bestselling author Angeline Boulley […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “An engaging, sweet, and emotional journey.” KIRKUS “[The main characters’] day-after-day cat-and-mouse game, which never feels dull despite repeating events, eloquently explores themes of loneliness, love and forgiveness, and the quiet power of kindness, all while maintaining ticking-clock suspense.” Publishers Weekly For some reason, Clark has woken up and relived the same […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s the FIERCEST of them all? Freya’s quiet life is turned upside down by Bella, the glamorous former supermodel who’s about to marry Freya’s dad. But how does Bella look so impossibly perfect, and could she be using Freya’s family for her own sinister purposes? Freya goes […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop A thrilling blend of Chinese mythology and historical fiction. ACHUKA is bringing this notable debut, published as an adult title, to the attention of any YA fantasy fans who are beginning to read adult books. A. Y. Chao is a London-based Canadian author. Set in 1930s China, Shanghai Immortal is a stunningly […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 1 Jun 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “A delight for teen Poirots, chock-full of puzzling clues and swirling tensions.” KIRKUS Second Agathas Mystery title. The first title — The Agathas — was an ACHUKA Book of the Day 24 May 2022. It’s not that Alice wants someone to die. It’s just […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 30 May 2023 Times Children’s Book of the Week 13 May 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “Back to the Future meets Gone With the Wind” The Times “Both hopeful and heartbreaking, this gripping book turns a searchlight on the changing faces of injustice through time.” Guardian A debut YA novel of friendship […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “This wrenching, powerful novel for 14+ [is] the talented Barnard’s best yet.” Guardian To the world, Lizzie Beck is a superstar: famous, talented and beloved. To Emmy, she is simply Beth: her brilliant older sister, her idol. But then Beth takes her own life, and all the light in the world disappears. […]
ACHUKA Book of the Day 12 May 2023 Waterstones Amazon Bookshop Sophie Cameron is a Scottish middle grade and young adult author based in Spain. Gala and her dad, Jordi, have just moved from home in Cataluna to a town in Scotland, to live with Jordi’s boyfriend Ryan. Gala doesn’t speak much English, and feels […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “Both girls excel at classical piano, yet Maya’s perfectionism pushes her to harm herself. Protective Chaya switches to musical theater to reduce the competitive burden on Maya, but this backfires, increasing the anxiety levels for both. The verse form crystalizes the action, growing with the pressures these girls put on themselves. Seeing […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop A Big Gay Rom-Zom-Com with Heart: Sex Education meets Love, Simon (with fake zombies) in this savagely funny gay YA romance about body image, self-acceptance and falling in love. Jesse Spark has a broken heart and in a few short weeks he’ll require major surgery to repair it, which means he only […]
Waterstones Amazon Bookshop “The portrayal of found family and the threads of love and acceptance woven into this story make it a satisfying read with a hopeful ending. A textured and gratifying novel.” KIRKUS No one knows Yami is gay, least of all her mum, and Yami intends to keep it that way . . . […]