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YA Trans and Nonbinary Fiction

Gender nonconforming people are not a monolith, and neither are the YA books featuring their voices! Here we highlight fantasy, romance, superheroes, poetry and more written by transgender YA authors.

Clean Reads

Enjoy these YA clean reads that are free from graphic violence, explicit sexuality, and strong profanity. They’re great for tweens dipping into the world of YA or anyone looking for a light read!

If You Liked One of Us is Lying…

then you’ll love these books! These fast-paced YA thrillers and mysteries will get you hooked from page one. There might even be a shocking twist or two…

Disabled Voices

Celebrate disabled voices in literature by reading these YA books featuring disabled characters and/or authors!

2023 LGBT YA Fiction (so far…)

Tired of the seeing the same LGBT book recommendations over and over? Then check back monthly for exciting new releases! We’ll spotlight four upcoming LGBT books; maybe you’ll find your next great read!

PDL Staff Best of 2022

It’s back, and bigger than ever! Our staff has picked their best reads and watches of 2022. If you want titles featuring butterflies, baked goods, or monsters, you’ve come to the right place.

Black Joy

On this list, you’ll find a variety of books for all ages – romances, fantasies, adventures, memoirs and more – that highlight Black lives, communities and relationships.

Muslim YA Authors

Explore these books written for teens written by Muslim authors! These #ownvoices books span genres and depict the Muslim experience in a multitude of ways.

Indigenous Voices

There is a rich world of Indigenous literature out there, and these YA books are just a few great examples! You’ll find books ranging from science fiction to history and more on this list, and be sure to explore the recommended resources for even more #ownvoices Indigenous lit!

Magical History

Want to be whisked away to magical ancient Rome? How about fight a vampire in Romania? Then dive into these historical fantasy YA novels! Wonders await you…