Ryan and Avery

This young adult novel by David Levithan chronicles the blossoming queer romance between Ryan and Avery, two boys who meet at a high school prom. The story is structured around their first ten dates, offering an intimate look at the joys and challenges of a new relationship, including overcoming initial shyness, navigating family interactions (or lack thereof), and experiencing the inevitable heartbreak that can accompany first love. It's a tender and realistic portrayal of teen romance, providing significant representation for LGBTQIA+ youth and fostering conversations about identity, connection, and emotional resilience. Ideal for ages 12-18.

From the New York Times bestselling author of EVERY DAY, this is a queer love story for the ages--told over the course of a couple's first ten dates. When a blue-haired boy (Ryan) meets a pink-haired boy (Avery) at a dance--a queer prom--both feel an inexplicable but powerful connection. Follow them through their first ten dates as they bridge their initial shyness and fall in love--through snowstorms, groundings, meeting parents (Avery's) and not (Ryan's), cast parties, heartbreak, and every day and date in between.