Vinyl Moon

Reach for this book when your teenager is navigating a major life transition, struggling with self-worth after a difficult relationship, or searching for their voice in a new environment. Vinyl Moon follows Angel, a young woman who moves from California to Brooklyn to live with her uncle after a traumatic incident at home. Through the lens of hip-hop, poetry, and a community of supportive peers, she begins to reconstruct her identity. The story explores themes of healing from domestic trauma, the importance of mentorship, and the power of creative expression. Written in lyrical verse, it provides a safe space for older teens to process feelings of displacement and the slow, rhythmic process of emotional recovery. It is a sophisticated, hopeful choice for the teen who feels misunderstood or is starting over.