Todo es nuevo

When everything feels new, what stays the same? Cooper is beginning his second year of college. Taruka is just starting her first. For two years, they have been a couple. They are used to being apart during the school week, but this year something feels different. College brings new routines, new friendships, and new possibilities. On their separate campuses, both begin to meet people who challenge what they thought they knew about themselves-and about their relationship. Neither Cooper nor Taruka intends to hurt the other. But as new experiences and emotions enter their lives, both begin to confront difficult questions: Can a relationship stay the same when the people in it begin to change? How do you balance loyalty, independence, and the excitement of new possibilities? And when everything feels new... what choices will define who you become? Todo es nuevo is a relatable coming-of-age story about relationships, identity, and the complicated transition from high school to university life. Written in accessible Spanish for language learners, the novel explores themes that resonate strongly with teen readers: independence, cultural identity, relationships, and the challenge of making thoughtful decisions in moments of change. The story's clear language and discussion-worthy ending make it an excellent choice for classroom reading, literature circles, and conversations about growing up. Total words: 4121; unique: 225; cognates: 190.