The Best Books of 2024 for Teens, chosen by Multcolib staffLike this list

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• Skater Boy

  Nerada, Anthony,

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  I so enjoyed the internal dialog of the main character, the ideas about how one's reputation can turn a person into something they are not, finding one's true self and the importance of friendship. Plus the lovely queer romance between ballerina and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Dark Star Burning, Ash Falls White

  Zhao, Amélie Wen,

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  Fantasy that is not Euro-themed. The remnants of the Last Kingdom, invaded by people wielding more aggressive magic than theirs, invoke Demon Gods. In fact, they allow those Demon Gods to use them as vessels. HOO boy! - Patrick P. [Fiction, Black &…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Shift Happens

  the History of Labor in the United States

  Mann, J. Albert,

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  A no-holds-barred, funny, righteously angry, real-talk history of the labor movement in the United States, for anyone who wants to understand how we got here and how to work for change. - Sara R. [Nonfiction, Immigrant Stories, Black & Indigenous &…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Take All of Us

  Leif, Natalie,

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  This does what the best horror seems to do, examine social issues from the perspective of the monstrous. Insightful, funny, and gory. - Chloë St. [Fiction, LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Short Reads, Romance, Horror]

• Black Girl You Are Atlas

  Watson, Renée,

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  I don’t know what’s better, Watson’s poems, or Holmes’s illustrations. I mean, how often do we get an illustrated book of poetry? Watson is a hometown girl, so look out for at least one poem about rain. - Patricia C. [Black & Indigenous & People of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Impossible Creatures

  Rundell, Katherine

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  There is a feeling you get when you know you just have read something that is instantly “classic.” This is that. Creatures both magnificent and terrifying, fully fleshed characters on a hero journey, writing to swoon over, and pacing that steals…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Death at Morning House

  Johnson, Maureen

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  One of the best Sapphic YA thrillers to date. Includes queer longing, arson, murder, and a bit of history. Just an overall fun and fast read. - Marten M. [Fiction, LGBTQ+, Mysteries/Thrillers, Great on Audio]

• These Deadly Prophecies

  Tang, Andrea,

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  I love a fantasy that plays with tropes. Powerful magicians, family secrets, and murder are all on the menu along with plenty of crab cakes. - Rachel T. [Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Great on Audio, Romance, Humor,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Blood at the Root

  Williams, LaDarrion

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  Highly recommended if you're a fan of fantasy and mystery and stories about trying to unlock your destiny. The author builds space and agency for black characters. - Isabel S. [Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Great on Audio,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Unbecoming

  a Novel & Self-help Guide

  Yasmin, Seema, 1982-

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  Pick this one up if you are, or ever were, a teen with a passion for social justice. It's not a thriller, but it kept me on the edge of my seat! - Maggie N. [Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color, SF/Fantasy]

• Infinity Alchemist

  Callender, Kacen

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  A magical fantasy in a boarding school setting with great LGBTQIA+ representation. - Brianne W. [Fiction, LGBTQ+, Great on Audio, Romance, SF/Fantasy, Black & Indigenous & People of Color]

• Where Wolves Don't Die

  Treuer, Anton,

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  Literally could not stop reading this book until the end. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you may even learn some life lessons along the way. - Allison M. [Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Great on Audio, Mysteries/Thrillers]

• The Prospects

  A Novel

  Hoffman, KT

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  I am thrilled to tears to see more trans characters' stories being published. KT does a brilliant job with Gene, an openly gay and trans man in professional baseball, right here in Beaverton. All pun intended, this story hits it out of the park! -…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Canto Contigo

  a Novel

  Garza Villa, Jonny,

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  The window into Mexican-American, Mexican and Mariachi culture was beautiful to learn about. Bring your tissue box, this one really pulls at your heartstrings. Highly recommend the audio. - Jen M. [Fiction, Immigrant Stories, Black & Indigenous &…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Icarus

  Ancrum, K.

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  Shows how teens are built to care for each other. Beautiful book about relationships, but also with art heists. - Danielle J. [Fiction, LGBTQ+, Great on Audio, Mysteries/Thrillers, Romance]

• One Killer Problem

  Winans, Justine Pucella,

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  I love this gay murder mystery book because the characters strive to be better, but never perfect. It also has some clever jokes, awkward inner dialogue, and a somewhat naive and impulsive main character who is easy to root for. - Marten M.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Libertad

  Zaldívar, Bessie Flores, 1997-

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  A queer coming of age story set in Honduras during the fraught presidential election of 2017. An emotional rollercoaster with a satisfying ending. - Danielle J. [Fiction, Immigrant Stories, LGBTQ+, Great on Audio]

• Camp Lanier

  Barzey, Sylvester,

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  This had me on my toes and I highly recommend for some good scares. It's also a great book if you've heard the creepy stories about the history behind the real Lake Lanier! - Isabel V. [Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Horror,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Art Thieves

  Rogers, Andrea L.,

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  A Cherokee girl and a mysterious boy work together to save art, and hopefully her younger brother in the process. Hopeful and terrifying and full of love. - Danielle J. [Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color, SF/Fantasy]

• Where the Dark Stands Still

  Poranek, A. B.,

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  Incredibly atmospheric, this is perfect for those who have dreamed about finding a home—and a family—hidden deep in a magical wood. Witchy, romantic, and rich with Polish folklore! I laughed, I cried, I fell in love. - Jessica G. [Fiction, LGBTQ+,…Read moreRead more of this annotation