52 YA Books Every Book Lover Should Read: A One Year Journal and Recommended Reading List from the American Library Association

by American Library Association (ALA)

Overview

Calling all young adult literature enthusiasts and avid readers! Embark on a literary adventure like no other with this curated journal and recommended reading list brought to you by the esteemed American Library Association.

You'll be introduced to a handpicked selection of 52 extraordinary bestselling and hidden gem YA books, carefully chosen to ignite your imagination, evoke profound emotions, and broaden your literary horizons.

Whether you're a fan of heart-pounding romance, riveting fantasy, heartwarming contemporary tales, or mind-bending sci-fi adventures, this journal offers something extraordinary for everyone.

Why Choose 52 YA Books Every Book Lover Should Read?

• Expertly Curated Selection: Each book in this list has been meticulously handpicked by the ALA, ensuring a collection of the most captivating and impactful YA reads.
• Year-Long Journey: Delight in a year of literary exploration as you dive into one remarkable book each week, experiencing the joy of discovery with every turn of the page.
• Thought-Provoking Journal: Accompanying the reading list is a beautifully designed journal section, providing ample space to record your reflections, insights, and favorite quotes from each of the 52 literary gems.
• Boost Your Reading Goals: Stay motivated and inspired throughout the year as you conquer your reading goals and share your progress with fellow book lovers.
• Perfect Gift: Treat yourself or surprise the YA book lover in your life with this thoughtful and inspiring journal. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that warrants a special literary gift for teen girls and boys.

52 YA Books Every Book Lover Should Read is not just a booklist; it's an invitation to indulge in the magic of stories that have the power to leave an indelible mark on your heart and mind.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781728239620
Publisher:	Sourcebooks
Publication date:	12/07/2021
Series:	52 Books Every Book Lover Should Read
Pages:	224
Sales rank:	656,902
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.56(d)

About the Author

The American Library Association is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that promotes libraries and library education internationally. It is the oldest and largest library association in the world, with more than 57,000 members.

Table of Contents

Introduction vii

My All-Time Favorite Books viii

Reading Log x

1 The Poet X Elizabeth Acevedo 2

2 Kit's Wilderness David Almond 6

3 Speak: The Graphic Novel Laurie Halse Anderson, illustrated Emily Carroll 10

4 Symphony for the City of the Dead: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Siege of Leningrad M. T. Anderson 14

5 Damsel Elana K. Arnold 18

6 Ship Breaker Paolo Bacigalupi 22

7 Lovely War Julie Berry 26

8 Going Bovine Libba Bray 30

9 A Heart in a Body in the World Deb Caletti 34

10 Stolen Lucy Christopher 38

11 Little & Lion Brandy Colbert 42

12 The Ropemaker Peter Dickinson 46

13 Little Brother Cory Doctorow 50

14 The House of the Scorpion Nancy Farmer 54

15 Looking for Alaska John Green 58

16 Ordinary Hazards Nikki Grimes 62

17 Seraphina Rachel Hartman 66

18 Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith Deborah Heiligman 70

19 We Are the Ants Shaun David Hutchinson 74

20 Allegedly Tiffany D. Jackson 78

21 We Are the Perfect Girl Ariel Kaplan 82

22 I Crawl Through It A. S. King 86

23 Hey, Kiddo Jarrett J. Krosoczka, illustrated by the author 90

24 We Are Okay Nina LaCour 94

25 Butterfly Yellow Thanhhà Lai 98

26 The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks E. Lockhart 102

27 All the Wind in the World Samantha Mabry 106

28 The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big Round Things Carolyn Mackler 110

29 A Very Large Expanse of Sea Tahereh Mafi 114

30 Jellicoe Road Melina Marchetta 118

31 The White Darkness Geraldine McCaughrean 122

32 I, Claudia Mary McCoy 126

33 Blood Water Paint Joy McCullough 130

34 Dumplin' Julie Murphy 134

35 I'll Give You the Sun Jandy Nelson 138

36 Airborn Kenneth Oppel 142

37 The Field Guide to the North American Teenager Ben Philippe 146

38 Nation Terry Pratchett 150

39 Long Way Down Jason Reynolds 154

40 How I Live Now Meg Rosoff 158

41 Bone Gap Laura Ruby 162

42 Scythe Neal Shusterman 166

43 Midwinterblood Marcus Sedgwick 170

44 The Scorpio Races Maggie Stiefvater 174

45 Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me Mariko Tamaki, illustrated Rosemary Valero-O'Connell 178

46 Strange the Dreamer Laini Taylor 182

47 The Hate U Give Angie Thomas 186

48 Piecing Me Together Renée Watson 190

49 American Born Chinese Gene Luen Yang, illustrated by the author 194

50 The Sun Is Also a Star Nicola Yoon 198

51 American Street Ibi Zoboi 202

52 The Book Thief Markus Zusak 206

About the American Library Association 211