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29 Books to [Re]fill the Hunger Games Void

What should you read after 'Sunrise on the Reaping'? We've got 29 YA book recs to refill the Hunger Games void in your life.

In Defense of Unlikeable Girls in YA Books

Girls are labeled 'unlikeable' for standing up for themselves in a world that would rather make them feel small. Here's why we love 'unlikeable girls'!

14 Absolutely Perfect Series Finales

If our favorite series have to end, at least these finales are perfect! Here are just a few of our favorite series finales.

33 Books to Read If Your School Won’t Teach Anti-Racism

If your school won't teach anti-racism, here are some books to help you understand race in the United States, covering the past to the now.

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!

Choose a Romance Trope, We’ll Give You a Book Rec

Whether you want something you've read before or something you've never touched, take our quiz below to get a book rec based on a trope!

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!

What Romantasy Plotline Should You Star In?

Take the quiz to see what romantic fantasy novel plotline you should star in! Inspired by All This Twisted Glory by bestselling author Tahereh Mafi.

Your Rights as a Student in US Public Schools

You have rights. You have rights in school. Read this excerpt from Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School to know more.

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.

Here’s Everything We Know So Far About ‘Realm Breaker’

Victoria Aveyard is back with a high fantasy of epic proportions. Here's everything we know so far about the Realm Breaker series!

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.

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