1. 2015-2016 T EEN BOOK AWARD NOMINEES Voting takes place in August 2015 for a few titles, but for all others, voting will be in March and April 2016.

2. C OUNTING BY 7’ S BY HOLLY GOLDBERG SLOAN Willow Chance has never felt like she “fit in”. When a tragic accident changes her life completely, she finds new friends. They rally around her and help her find a way through building a new life. This book MIGHT make you shed a tear or two, but it will DEFINITELY make you root for Willow at every turn. Realistic fiction nominated for Evergreen and Young Reader’s Choice.

3. D OGS OF WAR BY SHEILA KEENAN We know about the men and women who fight bravely for our country, but what about the dogs who sometimes fight alongside soldiers? This is a graphic novel that tells three different stories about dogs from three different wars. Realistic graphic novel nominated for an Evergreen Award.

4. L OKI ’ S WOLVES BY K. L. ARMSTRONG AND MA. MARR Matt, a descendent of Thor, must team up with Fen and his cousin, Laurie who are descendents of Loki. Together, they must defeat the Midgard Serpent and save the world! Gods, monsters, magic, and an epic quest abound in this first installment of the Blackwell Pages. Mythology Fiction nominated for a Young Reader’s Choice Award.

5. M ILA 2.0 BY DEBRA DRIZA Mila believes she is just like any other girl who has gone through a tragedy. She lost her father in a terrible fire, and she and her mom are starting over in a new town. As Mila attempts to start a new life, though, she begins having flashbacks that make her believe she may not be who OR what she thinks she is. Heart pounding action and science fiction combine in the first book in this series. Nominated for a Young Reader’s Choice Award.

6. P ERFECT RUIN BY LAUREN DESTEFANO It’s the future and the city of Internment is a city floating above earth. People have always felt safe in their place in the sky, but as strange events begin taking place, like a murder and arson and kidnappings, some begin to question what are people NOT being told about what is really going on in Internment. Book one in a compelling and new twist on the dystopian genre, this book will leave you sitting on the edge of your seat! Nominated for a Young Reader’s Choice Award.

7. S INCE YOU ’ VE BEEN GONE BY MORGAN MATSON

8. S WAGGER BY CARL DEUKER

9. S TEELHEART BY BRANDON SANDERSON The world has been taken over by a new breed of Supervillains called Epics. David’s father was murdered by Steelheart, the new leader of what was once Chicago. David wants vengeance for his father’s death. So, he joins a group of humans who call themselves The Reckoners to bring down the Epics one by one. If you love Marvel or DC Comics complete with villains and heroes, you’ll love this first book in a series. Nominated for an Evergreen and Young Reader’s Choice Award.

10. T HE T ESTING BY JOELLE CHARBONNEAU

11. T HIS IS WHAT HAPPY LOOKS LIKE BY JENNIFER E. SMITH A mix-up in an email address brings together a boy and a girl who live across the country from one another. Being careful to never reveal too much about themselves, what happens when one of them just happens to be a world- famous actor and is filming his next movie in the girl’s hometown? A very sweet romance that will make you want to read every other book this author has written. Realistic Chick Lit nominated for a Young Reader’s Choice Award.

12. T O ALL THE BOYS I’ VE LOVED BEFORE BY JENNY HAN

13. T HE UNLIKELY HERO OF ROOM 13 B BY TERESA TOTEN

14. T HE WINNER ’ S CURSE BY MARIE RUTKOSKI Kestrel never intended to fall for the house slave she bought at an auction, or get embroiled in a Civil War where she is on the side of those who are part of an uprising. Being the daughter of a general has prepared her for a lot of things, but not losing her heart. Can she and Arin ever have a life together or will the impending war rip them apart forever? Great historical realistic fiction nominated for a Teen’s Top Ten Award.

15. T HE YOUNG ELITES BY MARIE LU Adelina Amouteru has been saved from certain death by an elusive group of heroes who call themselves The Young Elites. The only problem is…no one else calls them heroes and they are wanted men and women who must live and train in secret. As Adelina comes to terms with her powers and the darkness that lurks inside her, she must decide how she will use her powers: for personal gain or to help others. The first book in a powerful new fantasy series. Nominated for a Teens Top Ten Award.