Ryan and Avery by David Levithan (Paperback)

A heartwarming first love YA romance from New York Times bestselling author, David Levithan

“David Levithan is an icon of queer young adult fiction. Romance, realism, and relationship drama – Levithan’s stories are where my love for queer YA was born.” – Alice Oseman

From the New York Times bestselling author of Every Day, this story follows Ryan and Avery as they begin a connection that feels immediate and unshakable. Their first meeting at a queer prom sets everything in motion, marking the start of something neither of them expected.

Ryan, known for his blue hair, and Avery, with his pink hair, come from different worlds, but their meeting sparks a bond that grows quickly. What follows is a series of shared moments that shape their early relationship, told through their first ten dates.

Each date brings new experiences, from quiet conversations to family introductions, school life, and the everyday moments that define young love. Along the way, they begin to understand each other more deeply, learning how to navigate feelings that are still new and developing.

As they move through these early stages together, they face the challenges that come with growing close while still figuring themselves out. Their story captures the uncertainty, excitement, and honesty of first love as it unfolds over time.