YA Christian Fiction
Edges & Other Hard Things
Releases October 28 – Preorders open now!
Teen artist Rhapsodie Welles’ life has so far been defined by Sensory Processing Disorder, and now she’s itching for a future not limited by her disability. Then she’s paired with the boy of her nightmares for a school photography project, forcing her to rethink how badly she wants success.
But as their unlikely partnership veers toward friendship, then something *more*, Rhapsodie realizes the boy who just might be the key to becoming the person God made her to be is himself in need of a hero.
Perfect for fans of artistic characters, clean, slow-burn YA romance, and contemporary Christian fiction that doesn’t shy from tough social issues.
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Hope Came At Christmas
A collection of YA Christian fiction short stories by 8 authors
Releases November 17, 2026
Hope Came at Christmas brings together eleven YA Christian fiction short stories from eight talented authors, offering a delightful variety of genres, from futuristic sci-fi and gripping dystopian worlds to heartwarming contemporary tales and captivating historical adventures.
Whether you love daring heroes, unexpected friendships, impossible odds, or faith that shines brightest in the darkest moments, there’s a story waiting to capture your imagination. Each tale offers a unique glimpse of courage, grace, and the hope we celebrate at Christmas: the hope found in Jesus Christ.
Perfect for stocking stuffers, youth group book swaps, and quiet moments reading by the light of the Christmas tree.
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YA Short Stories By Lauren Thell
One White, Dark Night
a story of chance & faith
When a battered stranger walks out of a blizzard and into her family’s diner, sixteen-year-old Raine must overcome her deepest insecurities to deliver a message that could save his life.
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The Day Hanna Hosanna Helped Cootie Judy
a story of true friendship
When Hanna stands up to the school bully to protect the boy she once mocked, she discovers that loving your neighbor means more than a single act of courage. It means becoming the friend he desperately needs.
The Green Grace Grows Again
a short YA Christian fiction romance
A teen whose biggest mistake became her most public humiliation discovers that her worth was never hers to lose in the first place.
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Lauren Thell writes YA Christian fiction about characters who could be your boyfriend, sister, or best friend. But her blog is pretty popular too. She is a professional musician, an amateur dancer, and a wannabe astronaut.
