Animals Books for Ages 12–18

For teenagers, animal books become more complex: conservation, ethics, the science of animal cognition, and fiction that uses animals to explore what it means to be human. These 543 books meet that maturity.

543 books

The Iron Ring

Lloyd Alexander

For young readers pondering their own path, this epic quest explores honor, courage, and self-discovery amidst talking a

Ages 10–14

The Beatryce Prophecy

Kate DiCamillo

When a mysterious child with a dangerous secret appears at a monastery, she is sent into the world with a boy and a goat

Ages 10–14

The Bad Guys #10

The Bad Guys: The Baddest Day Ever

Aaron Blabey

The Bad Guys and Badder Girls are back for another action-packed, laugh-out-loud adventure. They may have been knocked d

Ages 8–12

Wings of Fire #2

The Lost Heir

Tui T. Sutherland

The second book in the Wings of Fire saga follows Tsunami, a lost SeaWing heir, as she finally journeys to her underwate

Ages 10–14

Thea Stilton #19

Thea Stilton and the Chocolate Sabotage

Thea Stilton

Join the Thea Sisters in Ecuador as they investigate a delicious mystery. Someone is sabotaging a chocolate factory comp

Ages 8–12

Geronimo Stilton #80

Have a Heart, Geronimo

Geronimo Stilton

Join Geronimo Stilton as he reluctantly assists his friend Creepella with her new dating and wedding-planning agency. Wh

Ages 8–12

The Bad Guys #3

The Bad Guys: The Furball Strikes Back

Aaron Blabey

Wolf, Shark, Snake, and Piranha are determined to be heroes, this time by rescuing ten thousand chickens. But Snake's na

Ages 8–12

Dreamdark #1

Blackbringer

Laini Taylor

Magpie Windwitch, a unique faerie and devil hunter, must confront the ancient Blackbringer, an evil entity escaped from

Ages 10–14

Andrew Yancy #1

Bad Monkey

Carl Hiaasen

This adult crime novel is not for children. It features mature themes, dark humor, and crime investigation. Best for rea

Ages 18–18

Geronimo Stilton #69

Hug a Tree, Geronimo

Geronimo Stilton

Geronimo Stilton embarks on a nostalgic adventure when he decides to buy his aunt's old farm. He discovers that a grand

Ages 8–12

Pokémon Pocket Comics

Pokémon Pocket Comics: Legendary Pokemon

Santa Harukaze

Join Oshawott and pals on a fun-filled quest through the Unova region to discover the Legendary Joke and restore Pikachu

Ages 10–14

Seekers #3

Smoke Mountain

Erin Hunter

When the bears learn of a legendary paradise, they believe it's their ultimate destination. They must journey through un

Ages 10–14

Wings of Fire #13

The Poison Jungle

Tui T. Sutherland

Join Sundew, a fierce LeafWing dragon, as she teams up with friends to take on the menacing HiveWings. Her quest unearth

Ages 8–12

The Wild Swans

Hans Christian Andersen, Amy Ehrlich

For children who bravely face tough choices or feel misunderstood, this classic tale celebrates a sister's unwavering lo

Ages 7–12

Bless This Mouse

Lois Lowry

Follow Mouse Mistress Hildegarde as she uses her cleverness to protect her large church mouse colony from an exterminato

Ages 8–12

The Prophecies Begin #2

The Prophecies Begin

Erin Hunter

Allegiances are shifting among the warrior cat Clans, and Fireheart is determined to uncover the truth behind a mysterio

Ages 10–14

Stripes of the Sidestep Wolf

Sonya Hartnett

For young adults facing a changing world, this thoughtful novel explores finding purpose, connection, and the art of sur

Ages 14–18

Geronimo Stilton #72

The Hawaiian Heist

Geronimo Stilton

Geronimo Stilton heads to Hawaii to solve a sparkling mystery: a famous necklace is targeted by a thief. Can he catch th

Ages 8–12

Thea Stilton #21

Thea Stilton and the Lost Letters

Thea Stilton

Join the Thea Sisters in Russia for a figure skating championship that turns into a high-stakes mystery. When their new

Ages 8–12

Lucky You

Carl Hiaasen

This gritty, satirical novel delves into adult themes of crime, prejudice, and environmental activism, with a determined

Ages 16–18

Animorphs #38

The Arrival

Katherine Applegate

For readers craving thrilling alien battles, this book also explores deep themes of communication, loss, and complex ide

Ages 9–14

The Books of Bayern #1

The Goose Girl

Shannon Hale

For children who feel out of place or face big changes, this fantasy empowers them to discover their unique voice and in

Ages 10–14

Randolph Caldecott: The Man Who Could Not Stop Drawing

Leonard S. Marcus

This unique biography celebrates Randolph Caldecott, the British artist whose innovative illustrations revolutionized ch

Ages 12–18

Bad Kitty

Bad Kitty Goes to the Vet

Nick Bruel

Even the naughtiest kitties get sick, leading to a dreaded vet visit. Follow Bad Kitty's hilarious, anxiety-filled, and

Ages 8–12

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