Lists
Lists
29 Incredible Books to Read When You Need a Dose of Black Girl Magic
These books full of Black Girl Magic promise viral fame, twisted mysteries, fiery love, and so much more. Let's watch these heroines slay!
12 Unforgettable YA Memoirs That Will Tug at Your Heartstrings
These deeply personal narratives will leave you feeling understood and empowered.
22 Young Adult Anthology and Short Story Collections Your Shelves Will Thank You For
Multiple stories by an array of stellar authors in one book?! These anthologies are must-haves for any reader's bookshelves.
25 Incredible YA Books Celebrating Black Love
Beauty, power, and inspiration come together in these 25 incredible books that celebrate young Black love. Dive into one right now!
Magical Books with Djinn/Jinn
Read on for some of our favorite magical YA books featuring various jinni/djinn representations, and shout out some of your favorites in the comments!
10 Books Set During the Holocaust & World War II
From stories of survival to journeys of defiance, these unforgettable books capture the horror and the resilience of the Holocaust.
15 YA Books that Navigate Teen Pregnancy
This selection of powerful books offers an authentic portrayal of teen pregnancy and shines a light on the importance of reproductive care.
23 Heart-Wrenching Contemporary YA Novels That Will Make You Feel All of the Emotions
These heart-wrenching YA novels will have you feeling all of the emotions, paradoxically breaking your heart and putting it back together all at once.
72 Retellings That Refresh the Stories You Thought You Knew
Sick of the same old? These retellings inject new life into the stories you know, and we guarantee you'll have a great time reading them.
13 Romance Books with Major You’ve Got Mail Vibes
These romance books are You’ve Got Mail for the current era, so pick one up after your celebratory rewatch!
Return to Some Classic YA Worlds With These Epic Fantasy Books
It's such a gift when an author returns to our favorite worlds. Let’s go back to some classic YA fantasy series with these epic stories!
16 YA Books with Black Male Protagonists
From horror to thriller to coming-of-age, these YA books with Black male protagonists make the perfect additions to your bookshelves.
Historical Fantasy Book Recs to Send You Back in Time
Raise your hand if you like historical fiction. Now raise your hand if you like fantasy. Did you raise both hands? If you did, we've got the list for you.
18 YA Books To Get You in the Holiday Spirit
Snow on the ground, sipping hot cocoa while wrapped in cozy blankets...what could be better! Check out these books if you're craving holiday season vibes.
23 Books with Family Secrets We Still Can’t Believe
What's a little secret among family? These books with family secrets are some of the best out there. Check out this list and start reading now!
YA Books for When You’re One of the Only BIPOC in a Mostly White School
Our curated list of stories will hopefully remind you that you’re not alone, while also celebrating the strength and resilience within you.
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