The Extraordinaries

TJ Klune

Nick Bell may not have superpowers, but as the most celebrated fanfiction writer in the Extraordinaries fandom, he knows everything about Nova City’s heroes—and harbors a serious crush on Shadow Star. After an unexpected encounter with the city’s greatest champion, Nick becomes determined to become extraordinary himself, even if that means enlisting the help of his loyal, exasperated best friend, Seth Gray. Set against a lively world of superheroes, fandom, and secret identities, this queer coming-of-age story explores friendship, first love, neurodiversity, grief, and the courage to define yourself beyond the roles others assign you. With humor, heart, and vibrant LGBTQ+ representation, it marks TJ Klune’s spirited and heartfelt debut for young adult readers.

TJ Klune

Nick Bell is living his dream: he has a superhero boyfriend, a loyal group of friends, and plenty of material for his fan fiction. But when a wave of new Extraordinaries arrives in Nova City—including heroes with the power to command smoke, ice, and even objects—Nick and his friends must determine who can be trusted. As hidden truths emerge, Nick is forced to confront difficult questions about justice, family, identity, and what it truly means to be extraordinary. With TJ Klune’s signature blend of irreverent humor, heartfelt emotion, and exuberant queer representation, this action-packed sequel raises the stakes while keeping its characters at the center.

TJ Klune

In the explosive conclusion to the Extraordinaries trilogy, Nick, Seth, Gibby, and Jazz return to Nova City to confront a new crisis that threatens to upend their lives—and their understanding of heroism. When an unexpected figure crash-lands into Nick’s home, long-held assumptions are challenged, forcing the friends to navigate danger, family upheaval, and the unpredictable consequences of extraordinary power. Blending superhero action with sharp humor, heartfelt romance, and a celebration of fandom, the novel explores identity, loyalty, found family, and what it truly means to protect others.