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These days, being a bibliophile means more than just reading the classics or indulging in poetry books. In fact, being a true book lover means reading all kinds of literature including books outside your age range. That’s right, young adult novels are having a major moment, and not just with young adults!

Check out our top 10 YA picks below that you’ll want to add to your bookshelf ASAP.

The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert

Fairy tales are not just for children, especially when those dark and twisted tales come to life. For Alice, it’s time to figure out the truth behind all the fairy stories her grandmother used to tell.


Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi

In Adeyemi’s West African-inspired story, Zélie endeavors to return magic to the land of Lagos after its people have been nearly wiped out. Readers are immersed in an adventure laced with racial tensions, societal injustices, and female empowerment.


The Giver by Lois Lowry

If you had to name one of the most influential books in the YA genre, this would definitely be on the list. Lowry’s coming-of-age tale depicts how important our memories and emotions are to our world.


The Queen of the Tearling by Erika Johansen

What would you do if one day you discovered you were the queen of an entire nation? Well, Kelsea is facing that question for herself and must now figure out how to rule and save her kingdom from invasion.


The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han

You’ve probably already seen the film version of Han’s To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, but her other books are just as good. The fun and flirty novel is exactly what you need to bring as your beachside read on your next vacation.


On the Come Up by Angie Thomas

Already a best-selling author, Thomas has penned a second novel that’s sure to top the charts too. Focused on Bri, a teen who dreams of being a hip-hop star, this story shows how strength emerges when all the odds are against you.


Paper Towns by John Green

Green has proven that heart-wrenching tales of teens and love are his strength, and this book is no exception. Follow Quentin as he discovers the clues that will lead him to the girl of his dreams.


Love & Luck by Jenna Evans Welch

Ready to get out of town? Join Addie in Ireland as she uses her guidebook, Ireland for the Heartbroken, to travel the Emerald Isle and repair several relationships along the way.


The Near Witch by V.E. Schwab

This reprint of Schwab’s debut novel The Near Witch is an eerie tale of a nameless boy and the disappearance of the town’s children. It’s definitely one story that will have you frightened at the whisper of the wind.


The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

In order to stop the Nazis from burning countless books, Liesel decides there is only one thing to do: steal it all. We know you’ll enjoy this testament to the power of words and books.

Now that you’ve got your reading list lined up, here are 10 Netflix documentaries that will seriously make you think.

xx, The FabFitFun Team