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Jun 03, 2025 | ISBN 9780593858592

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“With characters that feel both familiar and brand new, Under the Neon Lights is a novel about friends, family, and the spaces that let us practice being our freest selves. As poignant as it is heartfelt, this debut is a love letter to the power of community and showing up for one another.”—Elizabeth Acevedo, author of Clap When You Land

“With exquisite writing that leaps off the page and characters who will steal your heart, Under the Neon Lights is a breath of fresh air, and I loved every minute that I spent in Jaelyn’s world. Arriel Vinson has crafted a perfect coming of age YA novel.”—Kristina Forest, USA Today bestselling author of Zyla & Kai

“A novel that pulses with love—for community, for family, for the spaces that make us—and sings with every stanza. UNDER THE NEON LIGHTS is a stunning ode to community that I already know I’ll be returning to again and again.”—Leah Johnson, bestselling author of Stonewall Honor book, You Should See Me in a Crown

“Under the Neon Lights is full of rhythm, charm, and the essence of high school. An endearing debut that taps into the power of community, and the power of love.”—Olivia A. Cole, author of Ariel Crashes a Train

Under the Neon Lights is a rhythmic love letter, a lyrical ode to letting go and breaking free. Jaelyn’s journey puts love at the forefront as she learns to open her heart to all of life’s possibilities in a captivating novel-in-verse that illustrates the importance of community and growing into yourself. Arriel Vinson’s debut is a sublime addition to the YA landscape.”—Jennifer Baker, author of Forgive Me Not

“Told through striking and rhythmic verse, Arriel Vinson’s debut novel Under the Neon Lights, tells a story of sweet first love, authentic friendship, and a beautiful community worth celebrating. Both swoon-worthy and full of heart, readers will eagerly follow Jae’s journey until the very end. Vinson’s passion for her craft and her people effortlessly shines through! I devoured this book and I am already in line for Vinson’s next!”—Hannah V. Sawyerr, author of All the Fighting Parts

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