Books by Janet Gurtler
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16 Things I Thought Were True
Heart attacks happen to other people #thingsIthoughtweretrue When Morgan's mom gets sick, it's hard not to panic. Without her mother, she would have no one -- until she finds out the dad who walked out on her as a baby... See More
Secrets Beneath the Sea (Mermaid Kingdom)
Like most 12-year-old girls, Shyanna, Rachel, and Cora deal with the daily dramas of growing up. Unlike most 12-year-old girls, they deal with it underwater as mermaids. The allure of life on land is a constant presence in... See More
Shyanna's Song (Mermaid Kingdom)
Since her dad died, Shyanna has not been able to sing. But in one bold move, all of that is going to change thanks to the mermaid Melody Pageant. Shyanna must conquer her stage fright and other obstacles to bring song back... See More
Rachel's Secret (Mermaid Kingdom)
Not only is Rachel's best friend a boy, but he is a human boy! Owen has no idea that Rachel is a mermaid and can never found out... or can he? Rachel wants her best friend to be involved in her life, and she is willing to... See More
How I Lost You
"I always thought we'd be friends to the end." Grace and Kya always do everything together, and nothing can get in the way of their friendship. They have a pact: Sisters Before Misters. Buds Before Studs. Only Grace knows... See More
Who I Kissed
Janet Gurtler's books have been hailed as "just right for fans of Sarah Dessen and Jodi Picoult" (Booklist) and "reminiscent of Judy Blume" (RT Book Reviews). Her latest contemporary YA novel is by turns gripping... See More
Deep-Water Drama (Mermaid Kingdom)
Like most 12-year-old girls, Shyanna, Rachel, and Cora deal with the daily dramas of growing up. But unlike most 12-year-old girls, they deal with it underwater as mermaids. Living in Mermaid Kingdom doesn't make life any... See More
Shyanna's Wish (Mermaid Kingdom)
The big day has finally arrived! It's Shyanna's thirteenth birthday, the most important birthday in a mermaid's life. Shyanna will get her legs and be able to go on land for the first time ever! But her excitement quickly... See More
You Too?: 25 Voices Share Their #MeToo Stories
A timely and heartfelt collection of essays inspired by the #MeToo movement, edited by acclaimed author Janet Gurtler. Featuring Beth Revis, Mackenzi Lee, Ellen Hopkins, Saundra Mitchell, Jennifer Brown, Cheryl Rainfield and... See More
Cora's Decision (Mermaid Kingdom)
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Rachel's Worry (Mermaid Kingdom)
Rachel's friendship with Owen has already survived so much -- namely him being a human and her being a mermaid. But lately Owen seems to be pulling away, and Rachel can't figure out why. Is he mad at her? Or is it something... See More
Cora's Mystery (Mermaid Kingdom)
Cora is so excited about the upcoming school swim meet -- she's sure she and her friends will win the relay race. But when the team mascot goes missing, Cora is convinced her luck and talent has disappeared with it. She's... See More
PLAYING FOR KEEPS
Zack Chase doesn't want to end up like his dad, who died with groupies in his car when Zack was a baby. He's a hockey player yes, but he's much more and he's trying to figure out what he really wants from life. Like Jane.... See More
I'm Not Her
"For the first time in my life, I didn't feel envy... " Tess is the exact opposite of her beautiful, athletic sister. And that's okay. Kristina is the sporty one, Tess is the smart one, and they each have their place. Until... See More