Best Teen Books of 2013 That Explore Identity

by Cal Armistead

This compelling, suspenseful debut, a tough-love riff on guilt, forgiveness and redemption, asks hard questions to which... Full review >

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by Laura Lee Gulledge ; illustrated by Laura Lee Gulledge

Quirky, clever and insightful; a must-read for fans of Raina Telgemeier Full review >

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by Aaron Hartzler

A hilarious first-of-its-kind story that will surely inspire more Full review >

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by L. Tam Holland

While characters with mixed heritages are increasingly visible in teen literature, their experience in a rapidly shifting... Full review >

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by Meg Medina

Far more than just a problem novel, this book sheds light on a serious issue without ever losing sight of its craft. Full review >

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by Carrie Mesrobian

Utterly gripping. Full review >

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by Andrew Smith

Bawdily comic but ultimately devastating, this is unforgettable. Full review >

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by Sara Zarr

The combination of sympathetic main character and unusual social and cultural world makes this satisfying coming-of-age... Full review >

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