*Here’s to Us* by Noah Galvin follows the story of a group of friends who navigate the complexities of love, identity, and the challenges of adulthood. Set against the backdrop of a vibrant urban landscape, the characters grapple with their pasts while forging deep connections with one another. As they celebrate life’s milestones, they confront personal struggles, revealing vulnerabilities and the strength of their bonds. With humor and heart, the narrative explores the meaning of friendship and the importance of being true to oneself, capturing a slice of life that resonates with anyone who has ever sought belonging and understanding. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2021 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc .

Adam Silvera was born and raised in the Bronx. He has worked in the publishing industry as a children's bookseller, marketing assistant at a literary development company, and book reviewer of children's and young adult novels. His debut novel, More Happy Than Not, received multiple starred reviews and is a New York Times bestseller, and Adam was selected as a Publishers Weekly Flying Start. He writes full-time in New York City. Becky Albertalli is the author of the acclaimed novels Simon Vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda ( released in 2018 as the smash hit film, Love, Simon), Leah on the Offbeat, and The Upside of Unrequited . She is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and teens. Becky now lives with her family in Atlanta, where she spends her days writing fiction for young adults.