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1. 1. We Are The Ants

   

   The novel centers around a teenage boy who is grappling with the grief of his boyfriend's suicide and the turmoil of high school life, while also dealing with the extraordinary burden of being periodically abducted by aliens. These extraterrestrials have given him the monumental task of deciding whether to save humanity by pressing a button. As he navigates his relationships with his family, potential new love interests, and bullies, he must weigh the suffering and beauty of the world to determine if it's worth saving, all while questioning the implications of his choice and the value of existence itself.

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2. 2. What We Pretend To Be

   

   In this poignant exploration of identity and self-discovery, the protagonist grapples with the complexities of adolescence and the masks we wear to fit in. As they navigate the tumultuous landscape of high school, friendships, and family dynamics, they confront the tension between who they are and who they pretend to be. Through a series of introspective moments and unexpected revelations, the story delves into the universal struggle of finding one's true self amidst societal expectations and personal insecurities, ultimately highlighting the courage it takes to embrace authenticity.

3. 3. The Five Stages Of Andrew Brawley

   

   A grief-stricken teen secretly lives in a hospital after the accident that killed his family, hiding in plain sight among staff and patients while he sketches a comic about Death to make sense of his guilt. When a boy his age is rushed in after a brutal attack, an unexpected bond and first love begin to pull him out of isolation, compelling him to confront his trauma, the truth about the past, and the risk of being seen. Blending stark reality with comic-book interludes, it’s a tender story about grief, found family, and choosing life.

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4. 4. Violent Ends

   

   Told through seventeen interwoven perspectives, this story reconstructs the lead-up to and aftermath of a school shooting, revealing the shooter through the memories of classmates, friends, family, and bystanders. Each voice offers conflicting truths, buried secrets, and small moments that ripple into tragedy, challenging assumptions about motive, blame, and empathy. The result is a layered portrait of a community grappling with grief and the complicated humanity behind an unthinkable act.