NOTE: We haven't read or checked all of the books on all of these lists, so please do your research when using these sites!
Is there a topic you like? There's probably a list for that! (updated March 2024):
Is there a topic you like? There's probably a list for that! (updated March 2024):
- 6 Great Y.A. Books That Open Up Conversations About Teen Mental Health--published by New York Times
- 6 Great Y.A. Historical Novels that Illuminate the Past & Present--published by New York Times
- 9 Feminist Books That All Teen Readers Can Enjoy--published by Kirkus Review
- 10 Essential Books for Teens by Indigenous Authors--published by Publisher's Weekly
- 17 Mythology-Inspired Books Featuring Gods and Goddess--published by Epic Reads
- 18 Superb Graphic Novel Adaptations for Kids and Teens--published by School Library Journal
- 25 Young Adult Books with Muslim Main Characters--published by Epic Reads
- 36 YA Books Showcasing Diverse Disability Representation--published by Epic Reads
- 30 YA Books About Sports--published by EpicReads
- 50 YA Books to Read for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month --published by Epic Reads
- 50 YA Books You Need to Read--Especially During Black History month-- published by Epic Reads
- 2023 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults--published by ALA (American Library Association)
- 2024 Great Graphic Novels for Teens, Top 10--published by YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association)
- Best Young Adult Christian Fiction list--ranked by GoodReads
- Jewish Book Council's Young Adult Books
- LGBTQIA+ teen fiction--published by Barnes and Noble
- Most Anticipated Young Adult Books of 2024--published by School Library Journal
- New York Times Best Sellers List
- Teen’s Top Books as nominated by teens--published by YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association)
- Where to Find Diverse Books--published by We Need Diverse Books, recommendations and award lists
- Young Adult Fiction Social Justice books--published by Social Justice Books
- 2024 Alex Awards for books that are written for adults but have appeal for young adults--sponsored by ALA (American Library Association)
- 2023 Cybils Award Winners--sponsored by Children's and Young Adult Bloggers' Literary Awards
- 2024 Coretta Scott King book award for African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults--sponsored by ALA.
- 2024 Lincoln Award--Illinois teen readers choice books sponsored by AISLE (Association of Illinois School Library Educators)
- 2024 Morris Award for first time authors of Young Adults books--sponsored by ALA.
- 2024 Odyssey Awards for best audiobooks for children and young adults--sponsored by ALA.
- 2024 Pura Belpré Award for Latino/a authors and illustrators--sponsored by ALA.
- 2024 Printz Awards for young adult literature--sponsored by ALA.
- 2024 Schneider Family Book award for artistic expression of disability experiences--sponsored by ALA.
- 2023 StoneWall Awards for books about LGBTQIA+ experiences--sponsored by ALA.
- 2024 YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults--sponsored by ALA.
