The Book Thief
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The top 50
Young adult novels of all time
50 standout choices selected for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
What earns a placeVoice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership. Every pick combines lasting value with current availability.
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The Hate U Give
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
A Wrinkle in Time
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Outsiders
The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
His Dark Materials
His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter, #1)
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter, #1) by J.K. Rowling is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1)
The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1) by Rick Riordan is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, #1)
The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, #1) by Suzanne Collins is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Twilight (The Twilight Saga, #1)
Twilight (The Twilight Saga, #1) by Stephenie Meyer is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Giver (Giver, #1)
The Giver (Giver, #1) by Lois Lowry is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Fault in Our Stars
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments, #1)
City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments, #1) by Cassandra Clare is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Divergent (Divergent, #1)
Divergent (Divergent, #1) by Veronica Roth is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
To Kill a Mockingbird
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Hobbit, or There and Back Again
The Hobbit, or There and Back Again by J.R.R. Tolkien is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Holes (Holes, #1)
Holes (Holes, #1) by Louis Sachar is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Golden Compass (His Dark Materials, #1)
The Golden Compass (His Dark Materials, #1) by Philip Pullman is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Harry Potter, #1)
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Harry Potter, #1) by J.K. Rowling is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Host
The Host by Stephenie Meyer is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Looking for Alaska
Looking for Alaska by John Green is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Vampire Academy (Vampire Academy, #1)
Vampire Academy (Vampire Academy, #1) by Richelle Mead is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Eragon (The Inheritance Cycle #1)
Eragon (The Inheritance Cycle #1) by Christopher Paolini is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
A Wrinkle in Time (Time Quintet, #1)
A Wrinkle in Time (Time Quintet, #1) by Madeleine L'Engle is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Uglies (Uglies, #1)
Uglies (Uglies, #1) by Scott Westerfeld is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Clockwork Angel (The Infernal Devices, #1)
Clockwork Angel (The Infernal Devices, #1) by Cassandra Clare is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Ella Enchanted (Ella Enchanted, #1)
Ella Enchanted (Ella Enchanted, #1) by Gail Carson Levine is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Bridge to Terabithia
Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Pride and Prejudice
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Little Women (Little Women, #1)
Little Women (Little Women, #1) by Louisa May Alcott is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Maze Runner (The Maze Runner, #1)
The Maze Runner (The Maze Runner, #1) by James Dashner is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Speak
Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Lost Hero (The Heroes of Olympus, #1)
The Lost Hero (The Heroes of Olympus, #1) by Rick Riordan is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Charlotte’s Web
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Little Prince
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events, #1)
The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events, #1) by Lemony Snicket is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Graceling (Graceling Realm, #1)
Graceling (Graceling Realm, #1) by Kristin Cashore is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Number the Stars
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Ender’s Game (Ender's Saga, #1)
Ender’s Game (Ender's Saga, #1) by Orson Scott Card is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Inkheart (Inkworld, #1)
Inkheart (Inkworld, #1) by Cornelia Funke is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Anne of Green Gables (Anne of Green Gables, #1)
Anne of Green Gables (Anne of Green Gables, #1) by L.M. Montgomery is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Charlie Bucket, #1)
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Charlie Bucket, #1) by Roald Dahl is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Thirteen Reasons Why
Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Hush, Hush (Hush, Hush, #1)
Hush, Hush (Hush, Hush, #1) by Becca Fitzpatrick is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Artemis Fowl (Artemis Fowl, #1)
Artemis Fowl (Artemis Fowl, #1) by Eoin Colfer is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Stargirl (Stargirl, #1)
Stargirl (Stargirl, #1) by Jerry Spinelli is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Island of the Blue Dolphins
Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Tuck Everlasting
Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.
Lord of the Flies
Lord of the Flies by William Golding is a durable novel choice, recognized for voice, emotional impact, influence and cross-generational readership.