It’s Teen Reads Week! It is therefore time to fill up TBR lists with great YA books, so we’ve got some recommendations for readers who’ve loved a certain book and are looking for more like it.
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For fans of Paperweight (Harper Teen, 2015) and Girl in Pieces (Delacorte Press, 2016), Believarexic by J. J. Johnson should be your next read. With some dark humor and a lot of powerful emotion, Believarexic does not shy away from themes of loss, the difficulty of family relationships, and eating disorders. A young female protagonist and narrator also links these three titles, as these girls’ perspectives give an intimate and gritty look into these affecting events and struggles in their lives.
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Stargazing for Beginners (Bloomsbury, 2017) and The Secret Science of Magic are a fun pair. With young female protagonists who also happen to be extremely geeky and smart when it comes to advanced calculus and physics, these two books are heart-warming and witty in the same breath. If you loved the relatable Meg from Stargazing for Beginners, you’ll slip right into Sophia’s story filled with nerdy obsessions, social anxiety, and just a little bit of magic.
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Heading off to college means change– a lot of change. If you’ve read FanGirl (St. Martin’s Press, 2013) or To Be Honest (Swoon Reads, 2018) and loved the funny and realistic stories of everything that goes into a transition from senior year of high school to college, you’ll love The Incredible Adventures of Cinnamon Girl. Throw in quirky friendships, romance, and a talent for storytelling, and these three books make the perfect companions.
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If, after reading Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (Balzer + Bray, 2015), you’re in desperate need of another charming and geeky love story, Life in Outer Space is the perfect rebound book. Protagonist Sam is, not unlike Simon, very comfortable in his comfort zone, and not particularly ready to step outside it. But, Camilla Carter soon changes that.
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The New York Times called The Outsiders (Viking Press, 1967) a YA novel that “transformed young-adult fiction from a genre mostly about prom queens, football players and high school crushes to one that portrayed a darker, truer world.” If you’re looking for more realism and fewer high school crushes, we recommend Hero, a compelling story about Sean, who is learning to confront his fears and take charge of his life when he feels like he has nowhere to turn.
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My Side of the Mountain (Dutton Books, 1988) is a book that we know many readers read and re-read. So for those who have loved the story of survival and self-discovery, check out Death Mountain. Death Mountain is not only an exciting adventure in a dangerous environment, it also portrays truly perceptive insights into the minds of the three teens that are struggling to survive in a deadly storm.
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Let us know your recommendations for more great YA reads in the comments below!