Take a look at the CA Library collection in your Sora account — you’ll find thousands of eBooks and audiobooks across many different genres, including:
Best Fiction For Teens- New York Times Bestsellers
- Most Popular
- Suspenseful Thrillers
- Mysteries
- Fantasy
- Historical Fiction
- Humorous Stories
- Romance
- Science Fiction
- Sports
- Biography and Autobiography
- Nonfiction
…and more! You can also browse the latest audiobooks in Sora, including these new titles:
Beach Cute by Beth Reekles — From the author of the hit Kissing Booth series comes another sizzling story following three very different girls on summer vacation! Equal parts romance and humor, this is the perfect beach read for your next getaway. Also available as an eBook
“With a lot of humor, as well as romance, regret and friendship, this beach read coupled with a coming-of-age story will appeal to readers of many genres” (School Library Journal).
The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown — Out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times. This is the improbable, intimate account of how nine working-class boys from the American West showed the world at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin what true grit really meant. Also available as an eBook
The Boys in the Boat (Young Readers Adaptation): The True Story of an American Team’s Epic Journey to Win Gold at the 1936 Olympics by Daniel James Brown — Adapted from the best-selling adult title.
“Those who enjoy reading about Olympic history or amateur or collegiate sports will savor Brown’s superb book” (Library Journal).
Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That’s a Good Thing) by Salman Khan — Khan, the visionary behind Khan Academy, explores how artificial intelligence and GPT technology will transform learning, and offers a road map for teachers, parents, and students to navigate this exciting (and sometimes intimidating) new world. Also available as an eBook
“Khan provides a wealth of advice on connecting AI to education, and he writes with clarity, expertise, and optimism” (Kirkus Reviews).
If Only I Had Told Her by Laura Nowlin — An intensely emotional and gripping companion novel to Nowlin’s bestseller If He Had Been With Me about the love that both breaks and heals us. Perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover and Jenny Han. Also available as an eBook
“Nowlin is unafraid to explore the gritty sides of sadness, grief, regret, and mental health struggles, resulting in a deeply affecting and worthwhile novel . . . a full-tissue-box read” (Booklist).
Not If I See You First by Eric Lindstrom — In the tradition of Gayle Forman and John Green comes this extraordinary YA debut about a blind teen girl navigating life and love in high school. Blind sixteen-year-old Parker Grant navigates friendships and romantic relationships, including a run-in with a boy who previously broke her heart, while coping with her father’s recent death.
“Lindstrom’s debut . . . possesses crackling wit, intense teen drama, and a lively pace that pulls readers in” (Booklist).
Orbiting Jupiter by Gary D. Schmidt — The two-time Newbery Honor winner Schmidt delivers the shattering story of Joseph, a father at thirteen, who has never seen his daughter, Jupiter. After spending time in a juvenile facility, he’s placed with a foster family on a farm in rural Maine. Also available as an eBook
“A powerful story about second chances, all the more devastating because not everyone gets one” (Publishers Weekly).
Outrun The Moon by Stacey Lee — From the author of the critically acclaimed Under a Painted Sky comes an unforgettable story of determination set against a backdrop of devastating tragedy. On the eve of the San Fransisco Earthquake of 1906, Mercy Wong — daughter of Chinese immigrants — is struggling to hold her own among the spoiled heiresses at prestigious St. Clare’s School. When tragedy strikes, everyone must band together to survive. Also available as an eBook
“Propelled by a feisty and fabulous heroine, Lee’s sophomore novel is powerful, evocative, and thought-provoking” (Kirkus Reviews).
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain — Explores the role introverts play in a world that is geared towards those who enjoy communicating with others and offers practical suggestions at how introverts can make sure their message is heard. Also available as an eBook
Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverts For Kids and Teens by Susan Cain, with Gregory Mone and Erica Moroz — Adapted from the best-selling adult title.
“An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike” (Kirkus Reviews).
Under A Painted Sky by Stacey Lee — Lee’s debut novel is a powerful story about love, friendship, and sacrifice. In 1845, Sammy, a Chinese American girl, and Annamae, an African American slave girl, disguise themselves as boys and travel on the Oregon Trail to California from Missouri. Also available as an eBook
“Lee packs the plot with plenty of peril and Wild West excitement, and Sammy’s fixation on fate, luck, and the Chinese zodiac adds a unique flavor. A great fit for fans of historical adventure with a touch of romance” (Booklist).
Walk On Earth A Stranger (Gold Seer Trilogy, Book 1) by Rae Carson — Lee Westfall, a young woman with the magical ability to sense the presence of gold, must flee her home to avoid people who would abuse her powers, so when her best friend Jefferson heads out across Gold Rush-era America to stake his claim, she disguises herself as a boy and sets out on her own dangerous journey. Also available as an eBook
“Leah rightfully takes center stage as a smart, resourceful, determined, and realistic heroine who embodies the age-old philosophy that it isn’t what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters” (Publisher Weekly).