"Playlist for the End of the World" is a coming-of-age novel that follows Andy, a seventeen-year-old guitarist trapped in the monotony of suburban life. When Charli, a bold and enigmatic bassist, joins his band, she upends their predictable world with her raw talent and fearless authenticity. As their music evolves, so do Andy’s feelings—toward Charli, toward himself, and toward the truth he’s been afraid to face. Through late-night jam sessions, hidden anxieties, and the electrifying energy of music, Andy embarks on a journey of queer self-discovery, confronting his fears, desires, and what it truly means to find his own voice. Set against the backdrop of an impending Battle of the Bands, this is a story of friendship, self-acceptance, and the transformative power of music and identity.