Ages 12–18

13,143 books for children ages 12–18

Young adult books take children seriously as thinkers. The questions get harder here: identity, justice, love, loss, the dawning awareness that the world is more complicated than anyone let on. These 13,143 books trust teenagers to handle complexity and reward them for it.

The Enemy #5

The Fallen

Charlie Higson

London is overrun by a sickness that turns adults into flesh-hunting monsters. The Holloway crew, a group of child survi

Ages 12–18

The True Men

Mary Q. Steele

For the child grappling with feeling different, this book explores a youth's journey of expulsion and his search for acc

Ages 9–13

Killer Young Adult Fiction Shocking Tales of Horror and the Post-Apocalypse

JACKSON DEAN. CHASE

For middle-grade readers craving intense, suspenseful stories, this collection explores shocking tales of horror and pos

Ages 10–14

Joan Kahn's Frightening & Mystery Anthologies #2

Ready Or Not, Here Come Fourteen Frightening Stories!

Joan Kahn

For kids who crave a good scare, this anthology offers fourteen unsettling tales perfect for thrilling chills and suspen

Ages 9–14

Earthshine A Young Adult Science Fiction Fantasy

Kadee Carder

For teens grappling with their place in a complex world, this story explores self-discovery, resilience, and belonging a

Ages 13–18

Underground Fire: Hope, Sacrifice, and Courage in the Cherry Mine Disaster

Sally M. Walker

For the young reader grappling with why laws exist and how communities find the strength to rebuild after a devastating

Ages 10–14

TIAMEL Legenda ultimului Craniu de Cristal, Volum I: Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Epic / Ilustrated / Ilustrata

Adrian Hulber

For young readers eager to dive into a sprawling world of ancient prophecies and heroic quests, this illustrated epic fa

Ages 13–17

The Necessity of Young Adult Fiction

Deborah Lindsay Williams

For parents and educators seeking to understand why young adult fiction is a vital tool for adolescent development, this

Ages 16–18

The Deep Enders: Deadline (Young Adult Detective Fiction, World War II Murder Mystery, Life Or Death Adventure, Pacific War Thriller)

Dave Reardon

For teens craving a high-stakes adventure set during a pivotal historical era, this WWII murder mystery offers intrigue

Ages 13–18

Year's Best Young Adult Speculative Fiction 2015

Julia Rios, Alisa Krasnostein

For teens exploring complex ideas and diverse voices, this anthology offers a curated collection of thought-provoking sp

Ages 13–18

Island of the Gods Warrior Unbound Trilogy. 1. ( a Young Adult, Science Fiction Adventure)

C. M. Kane

For teens grappling with their place in the world and the courage needed to face daunting challenges, this sci-fi advent

Ages 13–18

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #12

The Getaway

Jeff Kinney

For the child who dreads family vacations or feels overwhelmed by holiday chaos, this book offers relatable laughs. Greg

Ages 8–12

The Rising Storm

Ceri A. Lowe

For teens who love epic journeys and brave heroes, this gripping fantasy novel explores courage and resilience in the fa

Ages 13–18

Choose Your Quest Rise of the Superhero

RABEA. HADI

For young readers who want to shape their own adventure, this interactive tale lets them make choices, discover their st

Ages 8–12

FBI Files #3

Uncovering a Terrorist

Bryan Denson

For the curious reader who loves solving puzzles and wants to understand how real life heroes protect people from comple

Ages 9–13

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #5

The Ugly Truth

Jeff Kinney

For kids navigating the awkward, often confusing journey of growing up, this book offers a relatable and humorous look a

Ages 8–12

Nearly Boswell #2

Nearly Found

Elle Cosimano

Nearly Boswell's crime lab internship takes a dark turn when a girl from her trailer park is murdered and cryptic messag

Ages 13–17

Angel #3

Angel Fever

L. A. Weatherly

For the teen navigating the high stakes of loyalty and sacrifice while questioning everything they thought they knew abo

Ages 14–18

Books of English Prose Fiction Including Translations, Juvenile Fiction, and Some Juvenile Works Not Fiction [in The] Lower Hall

Boston Public Library

For educators and curious parents, this volume presents a historical catalog of juvenile fiction and other works once he

Ages 16–18

Juvenile Justice 101: A Juvenile Crime Fiction Novel

Curtis Ray

For the child grappling with difficult choices, this novel explores the impact of decisions and introduces the complexit

Ages 10–14

The Juvenile Delinquent: Fiction Based On A True Story

Victor Farrell

For parents or teens grappling with difficult life choices and their consequences, this story offers a poignant look at

Ages 14–18

Hope and Grace in Piney Woods

Lisa Major Elders

For young readers seeking comfort and strength amidst life's struggles, this story beautifully explores themes of hope a

Ages 8–12

Maori and Settler A Story of the New Zealand War

G. A. Henty

For readers curious about historical conflicts and courage, this adventure explores the New Zealand Wars, offering a gli

Ages 10–14

Class List of English Prose Fiction Including Translations and Juvenile Books, Notes for Readers, Intended to Point Out for Parallel Reading the Historical Sources of Works of Fiction

Boston Public Library

For parents and educators seeking a comprehensive guide to classic English prose, including juvenile titles and their hi

Ages 14–18