Grab all five volumes in the Heartstopper series by Alice Oseman! This Netflix smash hit is the perfect choice for teen and reluctant readers.
Description from the publisher:
Heartstopper Volume One
Charlie and Nick are at the same school, but they've never met ... until one day when they're made to sit together. They quickly become friends, and soon Charlie is falling hard for Nick, even though he doesn't think he has a chance.
But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is more interested in Charlie than either of them realised.
Heartstopper Volume Two
Nick and Charlie are best friends. Nick knows Charlie's gay, and Charlie is sure that Nick isn't.
But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is discovering all kinds of things about his friends, his family ... and himself.
Heartstopper Volume Three
Charlie didn't think Nick could ever like him back, but now they're officially boyfriends. Nick's even found the courage to come out to his mum.
But coming out isn't just something that happens once - there's Nick's older brother and a school trip to Paris, not to mention all the other friends and family - and life can be hard, even with someone who loves you by your side. As their feelings get more serious, Charlie and Nick will need each other more than ever before.
Heartstopper Volume Four
Charlie didn't think Nick could ever like him back, but now they're officially boyfriends. Charlie's beginning to feel ready to say those three little words: I love you.
Nick's been feeling the same, but he's got a lot on his mind - not least coming out to his dad and the fact that Charlie might have an eating disorder.
As summer turns to autumn and a new school year begins, Charlie and Nick are about to learn a lot about what love means.
Heartstopper Volume Five
Nick and Charlie are very much in love. They've finally said those three little words, and Charlie has almost persuaded his mum to let him sleep over at Nick's house ... But with Nick going off to university next year, is everything about to change?
About the Author:
Alice Oseman is an English author, illustrator, and graphic novelist best known for her critically acclaimed young adult novels. Born in 1994 in Kent, England, Oseman was a shy and introverted child who found solace in books and art. This love for storytelling and illustration led her to pursue a career in writing, and she has since become one of the most important voices in young adult literature.
Oseman's debut novel, Solitaire, was published in 2014, and it was met with critical acclaim. The book tells the story of a young woman who feels like she's stuck in a rut, and it was praised for its relatable and honest portrayal of mental health. This was followed by her second novel, Radio Silence, which was published in 2016 and received even more attention and accolades.
Her most famous work, however, is the Heartstopper series, which consists of four volumes. The series follows the relationship between two high school students, Charlie and Nick, as they navigate their feelings for each other in a world where being openly gay is still a challenge. The series has been praised for its representation of LGBTQ+ relationships and for its positive and uplifting message about self-acceptance and love.
In addition to her writing, Oseman is also a talented illustrator and graphic novelist. Her graphic novel, Loveless, was published in 2019 and received widespread praise for its bold and unapologetic portrayal of love and relationships.