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Janna Yusuf, the daughter of the only divorced mother at their mosque, tries to make sense of the events that follow when her best friend's cousin attempts to assault her at the end of sophomore year. Ages 15+

Traveling to Indiana with her estranged rock star father to meet his family, Taliah learns about how her parents met and separated, her mother's experience as a Jordanian immigrant, and her own ability to accept change. Ages 13-18

The first national graphic anthology of 10 U.S. immigrants and refugees illustrated by 10 immigrants and refugees from all over the world. Ages 12-18.

A coming-of-age story and a reminder of the thousands of immigrants who come to America in search for a better life for themselves and their children. Ages 13+

Adapted from the adult memoir, this gripping story follows one boy's journey into young adulthood and offers an intimate account of modern immigration. Ages 13-18

Competing to design a new exhibit for the local museum, a sixth grade Egyptian immigrant is teased about her heritage by a newcomer, before an ancient amulet she wears imparts a hilarious and helpful secret. Ages 10-12.

Told from two differing perspectives, this touching middle grade novel explores the life of Noura, a Syrian refugee and Jordyn, a 12-year-old Christian whose family is sponsoring Noura and her family in the United States. Ages 10-12.

In this highly anticipated stand-alone companion to The Turtle of Oman, Aref travels from Muscat, Oman, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he is reunited with his father and tries to adjust to his new life. Ages 9-12.

Sent with her mother to the safety of a relatives home in Cincinnati when her Syrian hometown is overshadowed by violence, Jude worries for the family members who were left behind as she adjusts to a new life with unexpected surprises. Ages 9-12.

In this compelling graphic novel set in a refugee camp, Omar is forced to choose between getting an education or staying behind to care for his brother. Ages 9-12.