Great Books for Teens
Unexpected categories, great books. Each list gives a handful of great choices by topic.
- Middle School Reads
- Comedy YA
- Contemporary YA
- Dystopian YA
- Fantasy YA
- Graphic Novels YA
- Historical Fiction YA
- Horror YA
- LGBTQ YA
- Magical Realism YA
- NPR’s Best YA Books
- Outstanding International Books for Teens
- Outstanding International Books for Middle Grades
- Mystery YA
- Retellings YA
- Realistic Fiction YA
- Romance YA
- Science Fiction YA
- Social Justice YA
- Sports YA
2025 Rebecca Caudill Award
NPR’s Best YA Books
2025 Lincoln Award