19 Hottest Summer Books for Young Readers

by Aaron Starmer

An evocative and otherworldly tale. Full review >

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by Aashna Avachat

A compelling stand-alone debut blending adventure, romance, and self-discovery. Full review >

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by Julia Drake

An exceptional retelling of a classic Shakespearean comedy. 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 Becky Albertalli

Fresh and witty on the surface, tender and heartfelt at its core. Full review >

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by Maya Gabeira

A celebration of the possibilities for those who are made to feel like outsiders in sports. Full review >

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by Mikayla Bridge

High-stakes competition, swoony romance, and expertly crafted worldbuilding distinguish this debut. Full review >

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by Pablo Cartaya

Cleverly structured and sweetly engaging. Full review >

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by Charis Cotter

A ghostly mystery steeped in birdsong and fairy-tale magic. Full review >

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by Liz Montague ; illustrated by Liz Montague

An emotionally intelligent preteen summer camp adventure. Full review >

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by Caroline Huntoon

Entertaining and thoughtful. Full review >

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by Wendy Wan-Long Shang

A heartwarming coming-of-age tale about swimming, sisterhood, and principles. Full review >

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by Tiffany D. Jackson

A perfect beach read for lovers of suspense. Full review >

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by Travis Jonker ; illustrated by Travis Jonker

A satisfying tale that sees its protagonist striving once more for a single iconic experience. Full review >

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by Drew Brockington ; illustrated by Drew Brockington

Pure feline fun. Full review >

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