Emotional Teens

Breaking up can be a gut-wrenching ordeal. Whether the breakup was expected or not, you've been on an emotional roller coaster that's probably left you with lots of questions. Rest assured that you're not alone, there's nothing wrong with you, and, most importantly, things will get better. Written just for teens, The Teen Breakup Survival Guide will gently walk you through all stages of a breakup and offers evidence-based skills from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and neuroscience to help you move forward with your life.

Discover how to build confidence based on your authentic self – Feel secure, content, and happy with who you are! Are you tired of feeling like you're not enough? Do you compare yourself to others and feel like you’re always falling short? You’re not alone. Many teens struggle with self-esteem, battling constant self-doubt and fear of rejection. But here’s the truth: You are amazing just the way you are. It’s time to embrace your unique self and celebrate it!

A dark, contemporary fairy tale in the tradition of Neil Gaiman. Jeremy Johnson Johnson hears voices. Or, specifically, one voice: The ghost of Jacob Grimm, one half of The Brothers Grimm. Jacob watches over Jeremy, protecting him from an unknown dark evil whispered about in the space between this world and the next. But Jacob can't protect Jeremy from everything. When coltish, copper-haired Ginger Boultinghouse takes a bite of a cake so delicious it’s rumored to be bewitched, she falls in love with the first person she sees: Jeremy.

Long before he became known for his YouTube videos, Alex Bertie was an isolated, often-afraid transgender teenager looking for answers. In this revolutionary memoir and valuable resource, Alex recounts his life, struggles, and victories as a young trans man. Along the way, he provides readers with accessible, highly researched explanations of gender, sexuality, and transitions. He explores without judgment how complicated all these things can be and how many equally authentic ways there are to live as yourself and find happiness.

Many people think that confidence is something we’re born with. However, in reality, self-love is learnt and cultivated through practices such as the one you’ll find within these pages. To assist you on your inner journey to building self-esteem and growing in confidence, these 101 statements will enable you to reshape your mindset and thought patterns.

I never was a badass. Or a slut, a junkie, or a stoner, like they told me I was. I was just a kid looking for something good, something that felt like love. I was a wannabe in a Levi's jean jacket. Anybody could see that. Except my mother. And the staff at Straight. I was 13 when I ran away from my abusive home. After a month in a shelter for kids - the best month of my childhood - my mother heard about Princess Di and First Lady Nancy Reagan's visit to this place that was working miracles with troubled teens. Straight Inc., it was called.

Pondering math problems is Esther Ainsworth’s obsession. If only life’s puzzles required logic. Her stepfather’s solution? Avoidance. He’s exiled the family to Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, to erase a big secret from Esther’s past. So much for the truth. Now for the consequences: an empty swimming pool, a water-sucking cactus outside her window, a goldfish rescued from a church festival, and Esther’s thirst for something real.

Father John controls everything inside The Fence. And Father John likes rules. Especially about never talking to Outsiders. Because Father John knows the truth. He knows what is right, and what is wrong. He knows what is coming. Moonbeam is starting to doubt, though. She's starting to see the lies behind Father John's words. Then a fire engulfs life as she knew it, and Moonbeam is forced outside The Fence into a world she does not recognize.

Their Romeo-and-Juliet-level passion is the only thing Jude and Lucy agree on. That, and fighting all the time.... Also not helping? Lucy's raging jealousy of the cheerleader who's wormed her way into Jude's life. While trying to hang on to her quintessential bad boy and also training to be the top ballet dancer in her class, Lucy knows something's going to give...soon. How can she live without the boy she loves? How can she live with herself if she gives up on her dreams? If Lucy doesn't make the right choice, she could lose everything.

Ashton is getting tired of being good, of impressing her parents and playing ideal girlfriend to Sawyer Vincent. Sawyer is perfect, a regular Prince Charming, but when he leaves town for the summer, it’s his cousin Beau who catches Ashton’s eye. Beau is the sexiest guy she’s ever seen, and even though he’s dangerous, Ashton is drawn to him. Beau loves his cousin like a brother, so the last thing he wants to do is make a move on Sawyer’s girl. Ashton is off-limits, absolutely. That’s why he does his best to keep his distance, even though he’s been in love with her forever.

Did you know that 81 percent of Gen Z teens experienced more intense stress during the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent disruptions in school and social settings? The combination of school, digital, social, and family stressors alone puts teens and young adults at risk for depression, anxiety, and even suicide. The old advice of "just deal with it" didn't work then, and it sure doesn't help now.

Natalie Armstrong has everything: She's smart and beautiful, has the perfect boyfriend, early acceptance to college, and a loving family. But the summer she turns 17, she finally decides to ask some unanswered questions: Who are her biological parents, and why did they give her up when she was born? These questions take her on a journey from the deep woods of Maine to the streets of New York City, from the pages of old phone books and a tattered yearbook photo to the realization that she might actually meet her biological mother face-to-face.

Discover a fun and easy workbook to help navigate social situations and overcome anxiety through DBT techniques - no adult supervision needed! Being a teenager isn’t easy. It will help you remember that, no matter how bad the storm gets, you are safe. And you are capable of facing it.

Dash and Lily have had a tough year since readers/listeners watched the couple fall in love in Dash & Lily's Book of Dares. Lily's beloved grandfather suffered a heart attack, and his difficult road to recovery has taken a major toll on her typically sunny disposition. Lily's spark has dimmed so much that Langston, her brother, has put aside his grudge against Dash to team up and remind Lily what there is to love about life. With only 12 days left until Christmas Dash, Langston, and their friends take Manhattan by storm to help Lily.

In her most famous spoken-word poem, author of the Pura Belpré-winning novel-in-verse The Poet X Elizabeth Acevedo embraces all the complexities of Black hair and Afro-Latinidad—the history, pain, pride, and powerful love of that inheritance. Perfect for fans of Mahogany L. Browne’s Black Girl Magic or Jason Reynolds’s For Everyone, this poem is the ideal gift, treasure, or inspiration for listeners of any age.

Do you find it difficult to make friends at school? Do you ever get invited to a party but say no because you’re worried you’ll look bad? Do you have trouble communicating with someone you find attractive? Many teenagers feel shy and uncomfortable in social situations. That's why Social Skills for Teens with Social Anxiety is here to assist teens who are experiencing social anxiety by teaching them how to deal with it, and start enjoying interacting with people from all walks of life.

If you are a transgender and gender-nonconforming teen, you may experience unique challenges with identity and interpersonal relationships. In addition to experiencing common teen challenges such as body changes and peer pressure, you may be wondering how to express your unique identity to others. The Gender Quest Workbook incorporates skills, exercises, and activities from evidence-based therapies—such as cognitive behavioral therapy—to help you address the range of struggles you may encounter related to gender identity, such as anxiety, isolation, fear, and depression.

Growing up, Chasten Glezman Buttigieg didn’t always fit in. He felt different from his father and brothers, who loved to hunt and go camping, and out of place in the rural, conservative small town where he lived. Back then, blending in was more important than feeling seen. So, when Chasten realized he was gay, he kept that part of himself hidden away for a long, painful time. With incredible bravery, and the support of his loved ones, Chasten eventually came out—and when he did, he learned that being true to himself was the most rewarding journey of all.

Teen years are tough, but they don’t have to feel overwhelming. Self-Love and Mental Toughness for Teen Girls is a powerful guide to building resilience, boost self-esteem, and nurture a positive, unstoppable mindset. Whether your teen is facing everyday challenges or simply looking to grow, this book provides the tools she needs to thrive.

Being a teen is stressful enough without anxiety tagging along. Whether it's overthinking every text, stressing about school, or feeling like your brain just won't chill, you're not alone—and you don't have to stay stuck in the worry spiral. Anxiety Relief for Teen Girls is your guide to breaking free from constant stress and self-doubt. This book won't tell you to "just relax." Instead, you'll get practical, science-backed tools to quiet the noise, handle tough emotions, and build confidence in everyday life.