Books by April Henry

April Henry writes middle grade and young adult for ages 12–18, exploring themes of justice & fairness, fear & bravery, being different.

Standalone Books

Shock Point

April Henry

Fifteen-year-old Cassie Streng discovers her stepfather is giving experimental drugs to his psychiatric patients. When s

Ages 12–16

Torched

April Henry

For teens grappling with difficult moral choices or who enjoy high-stakes suspense, this thriller explores the complexit

Ages 13–18

The Night She Disappeared

April Henry

When a pizza delivery girl goes missing, her coworker Gabie is wracked with guilt, knowing she was the intended target.

Ages 12–18

Girl Forgotten

April Henry

For the teen captivated by cold cases and hidden dangers, this gripping thriller explores the terrifying cost of forgott

Ages 13–18

In the Blood

April Henry

Tessa, an adopted teen, takes a DNA test to find her biological parents, only to discover she's linked to a notorious se

Ages 12–18

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