I Kissed Shara Wheeler
By Casey Mcquiston WEDNESDAY BOOKS | $19.99 This young adult novel (enjoyable for all ages!) melds a fun mystery with an LGBTQ+ rom-com in a delightful, heartwarming, accessible-for-all read. I Kissed Shara Wheeler features a cast of colorful, lovable and nuanced characters and underscores how coming of age in a welcoming environment lets kids flourish. It made me smile and think back on how a book like this could have changed my whole life when I was 17. representation matters! ▸ Kristen Mcnicholas, Photo Editor