20 Books for Young Readers Before Summer Ends

by Catherine Con Morse

A gentle, emotionally astute coming-of-age story. Full review >

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by Steven Salvatore

A humorous and heartfelt love story about growth, change, and clarity. Full review >

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by Ciera Burch

A queer romance that really goes the distance. Full review >

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by Stephanie Kate Strohm

A swoony blend of romance, friendship, humor, and fandom—a must-read for fans of Taylor Swift. Full review >

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by K. Wroten ; illustrated by K. Wroten

A complex and emotionally raw story of young love and learning to prioritize oneself. Full review >

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by Jennifer Dugan

A summer romance that’s a delightful read in any season. Full review >

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by Richard Van Camp

Delicately balances a gripping storyline with well-rendered cultural elements and accessible writing. Full review >

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by Margarita Engle

Fanciful, hopeful, and heartfelt. Full review >

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by Liselle Sambury

A bold and bloody series opener. Full review >

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by Elle Gonzalez Rose

A breezy Sapphic story with a fabulous lead. Full review >

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by Angela Dominguez ; illustrated by Angela Dominguez

A gently edifying and wholly genuine depiction of a young person navigating relationships. Full review >

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by Hilda Eunice Burgos ; illustrated by Siara Faison

A meow-velous tale laced with meditations on family and identity. Full review >

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by Reese Eschmann ; illustrated by Charlot Kristensen

A seaworthy series starter helmed by a resolute young protagonist. Full review >

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by Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve ; illustrated by Steph Littlebird

Infused with tenderness, this family story is simply lovely. Full review >

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by Dianne K. Salerni ; illustrated by Matt Schu

Charming, droll, and widely appealing. Full review >

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