Blackout

Set against the backdrop of a city plunged into darkness by a heatwave-induced blackout, this compelling YA collection features six renowned authors exploring themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery among thirteen diverse teenagers in New York City. Through a series of interconnected stories, characters navigate complex relationships, reveal hidden truths, and find new beginnings, celebrating Black teen voices and their stories. Praised as a summer blockbuster and soon to be adapted into a major Netflix franchise, the book offers a vibrant blend of humor, heartbreak, and hope.