20 Best August Books for Young Readers

by Lee Wind

An accessible, thorough, curiosity-provoking introduction to gender. Full review >

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by Michelle Jabès Corpora

A page-turning sequel with a little bit of everything for teen horror fans. Full review >

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by Jordan Ifueko

A beautifully realized evergreen story about finding love and community. Full review >

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by Wen-yi Lee

A powerful, introspective gothic tale filled to the brim with horror. Full review >

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by Jen Wang ; illustrated by Jen Wang

Searing and radiant. Full review >

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by Cynthia Hand , Brodi Ashton & Jodi Meadows

This swashbuckling tale anchored by historical details is a treasure. Full review >

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by Jade Adia

An engaging read that contains both the hard realities and beautiful aspects of teen life. Full review >

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by Kate J. Armstrong

Heart-pounding action and romance anchor timely themes of agency and self-actualization. Full review >

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by Randy Ribay

A powerful and moving family saga. Full review >

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by Bessie Flores Zaldívar

An emotionally charged must-read. Full review >

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by Magnolia Porter Siddell ; illustrated by Maddi Gonzalez

An emotionally affecting work that explores the power of stories. Full review >

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by Tanita S. Davis

A killer combo of strong storytelling and compelling science results in a gold mine of social-emotional growth. Full review >

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by Beth Lincoln ; illustrated by Claire Powell

An amorally charming hero stars in this comically flamboyant heist mystery. Full review >

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by David Dorado Romo

A powerful must-read for students of North American history. Full review >

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by Violet Duncan

Compelling yet heartbreaking—and essential reading for all young people. Full review >

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