#young-adult-fiction

#young-adult-fiction

Matthew Hubbard's novels empower LGBTQ+ youth, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and fighting for one's space, especially in small towns.

Derrick Barnes will discuss the future of Middle Grade and Young Adult fiction at the National Black Writers Conference 2025.

Kyla Zhao's novel addresses the gender biases in chess and aims to empower young female players facing similar challenges.

Romance novels have become the top-selling fiction genre, driven by heightened sales during the pandemic and a growing diverse readership.

Lois Lowry's works brilliantly address complex themes for young adults, though adaptation can fall short of the original book's depth.

The Hulu series Under the Bridge is based on a true story and centers around Rebecca Godfrey's involvement in uncovering the truth behind a teenage girl's disappearance and murder.

More than a quarter of young adult fiction readers in the UK are over 28, with adults finding solace in YA due to emerging adulthood.

YA fiction is not just for teenagers; it tackles important issues like identity and racism, providing comfort to adult readers as well.

A humorous and imaginative retelling of Lady Jane Grey's story with shapeshifting magic for a young audience.