Best friends navigate struggles of choice and bodily autonomy in Thomas's timely debut "16 & Pregnant," inspired by the MTV reality show of the same name. Erykah and Kelly have big plans for their futures: Erykah wants to start her own hair salon business, and Kelly dreams of becoming a college basketball star. When Erykah discovers she's pregnant, she enlists Kelly as her sole ally in her process, fearful of what the truth could do to her family and future. Making tough decisions that could alter her life, Erykah and Kelly find their friendship fracturing as they clash on opinions of choice and see their paths diverge. Thomas's authentic depiction of young motherhood and unbreakable friendship makes her debut a must-read for young readers.
Release date: Jan. 3
