MONICA CHIN
A YA Mystery

Don't Print This

Holly Jackson meets Heartstopper in this emotional mystery about a disappearance that shakes a small town and a boy who sees a chance to win back his ex-best friend—the victim's son.
A novel by Monica Chin · Page Street YA
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Don't Print This · Page Street YA · 2026
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Amazon #1 New Release in Gay Fiction for Young Adults
"You need to stop whatever it is that you're doing and get as far from this case as you can."
"Why?"
"Because a woman disappeared."
From Don't Print This

"An incredible debut novel that's an aching tribute to friendship, found family, and coming of age, hung on the bones of obsession and a good old-fashioned murder mystery."

— Elizabeth Wein, #1 New York Times best-selling author of Code Name Verity

"A whodunnit with striking depth. Don't Print This pairs a page-turning mystery with an honest, touching portrayal of recovery and first love. You'll read for the answers and remember the heart."

— Katie Bernet, New York Times best-selling author of Beth Is Dead

"A classic whodunit for people who enjoy diverse representation and character-driven fiction."

— Kelli Storm, author of Desolate, a Barnes & Noble Top Indie Favorite

"Authenticity abounds in this polished murder mystery turned exercise in vulnerability."

Kirkus Reviews

"A gripping YA thriller that's equal parts hair-raising and heartwarming."

Booklist

"This intense YA mystery blends suspense, romance, and coming-of-age themes into a compelling and ultimately satisfying story."

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About the author

I'm a journalist, editor, and writing instructor whose work has appeared in publications including The Verge and Business Insider. Don't Print This is my debut novel.

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