The Issues books are in-depth examinations of subjects that are often difficult to talk about, such as abortion rights, feminism, assisted dying and mental health. They are written by authors who have a personal involvement and commitment to the subject they are writing about.

Fastback Beach

When Miles is put on probation for stealing a car, he learns about hot rods and rebuilding cars. When the project is stolen, Miles has to face up to his friends.

Tough Trails

Ambrose buys an old, infirm horse to work the mountains. When a storm comes, the horse leads a young boy to safety.

The Trouble with Liberty

Liberty is the new girl at school, and everyone wants to be her friend. When she accuses a teacher of assault, doubts start to surface about her motives.

Kicked Out

Dime can't get along with her parents. When she moves in with her older brother, she finds out that if she starts believing in herself, other people will too.

One More Step

Fourteen-year-old Julian's parents separated when he was a baby and he is still angry and hurt. On a road trip with his mother and her new beau, Julian finds that love—and happiness—come in many forms.

Dancing Naked

When Kia finds she is pregnant, her ordered life crumbles until she begins to trust herself.

Death Wind

When Allie fears she is pregnant, she leaves home with Razz, a skateboard champion. Returning home she is caught up in a tornado that threatens to destroy everything. She learns to believe in herself and face her future.

Caged Eagles

Racism and injustice toward Japanese Canadians embue this story of a family in an internment camp.