Books and Novels for Teens and Young Adult Readers, Ages 12+
Discover the best books and novels for young adult readers and teens through our curated collection of books.
Many adults wonder if teens actually read for fun anymore, others say, thanks to smartphones, they are reading more than ever … just not books. Between homework and social lives, sports and activities, maybe even a job, time is certainly beginning to get stretched thinly for teens (or young adults, if you prefer). Here at The Children’s Book Review, even if, statistically speaking, it’s true, we are not giving in to the idea that teens don’t like to read for pleasure. So … calling all young adults! We’re ready to dazzle you with the young adult book picks that we carefully select to feature from the 4,800+ books published for teens each year. You’ll find books in the following subjects: Fantasy: Supernatural Fiction, Myths & Legends, Romance, Memoirs, and Non-Fiction.
Here are a few young adult book reviews and lists to get you started:
Must-listen Audiobooks for Teens and Young Adults | Audiobook List
A Thousand Nights, by E.K. Johnston | Book Review
Best Young Adult Books with Rachel Caine, Author of Midnight Bites
Everything, Everything, by Nicola Yoon | Book Review
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Discover Great Books for Teens and Young Adults
A heartfelt conversation with NYTs bestselling author John Schu, the acclaimed writer of the novel in verse, Louder Than Hunger.
The Divergent trilogy offers a thrilling dystopian adventure that challenges readers to question the very fabric of society and the nature of identity.
There’s a lot of great new YA audiobooks, including another charming queer love story from Jonny Garza Villa and a new mystery from prolific author Jane Hur.
The Gold Mystery Adventure is a futuristic adventure with a richly imagined world of underwater cities, metallic monsters, and space travel.
Black Girl You Are Atlas by Renée Watson, illustrated by Ekua Holmes, is an empowering collection of poetry that celebrates the identity of Black girls.
Star Life Keepers is a fast-paced and exciting adventure that blends fantasy, science fiction, and adventure into a novel about courage and teamwork.
This month’s selections for excellent teen audiobooks include a free-verse memoir, a thrilling fantasy with dragons and intrigue, and more.
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a timeless classic that weaves a tale of transformation and renewal, capturing the essence of growth.
Graphic novel 7 Generations: A Plains Cree Saga brings readers through two centuries of Cree history in its confrontations with settler colonialism.
Step into the intriguing world of Chris Wieland, the mastermind behind the captivating Kat Dylan Mystery, The Body on the Beach.