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Best Young Adult Books

Young adult fiction is where many readers encounter their most important books. The best YA doesn't condescend — it meets readers at the threshold of experience and takes their questions seriously.

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The Hunger Games Suzanne Collins · 2008 Editor's Choice Get it on Amazon →
The Fault in Our Stars John Green · 2012 Essential Read Get it on Amazon →
The Hate U Give Angie Thomas · 2017 Essential Read See details →

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