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Book Recommendations for Teens

Trans, Nonbinary, and Gender Nonconforming Reads

Discover books for teens highlighting transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming voices recommended by NYPL staff. Plus, discover which titles are available in accessible formats.

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Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Reading List

Explore books for teens that spotlight a range of experiences within Asian American and Pacific Islander communities—plus, find out which titles are available in accessible formats.

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NYPL's Essential Reads on Feminism

In honor of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, the Library created Essential Reads on Feminism book lists, featuring titles that trace the history of feminism and the suffrage movement, its impact on the complex push for gender equality, and the issues and challenges that many women face today.

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Schomburg's Black Liberation List for Young Readers

Explore essential titles for teens selected by the Schomburg Center as it marks 95 years of collecting and preserving Black history, arts, and culture. Plus, discover which titles are available in accessible formats.

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125 NYC Books We Love

New York City is many things: powerful, resilient, funny, fascinating, a center of culture and literary life—a city that contains multitudes. During the Library's 125th year, we pay tribute to the city we call home with a book list that reflects its diversity, energy, and life. Plus, find out which titles are available in accessible formats.

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125 Books We Love for Teens

Celebrate the Library's 125th anniversary with 125 books just for teens, filled with stories and characters that will be sure to make readers think, laugh, cry—and perhaps recognize a part of themselves. 

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2020 Election Reading List for Teens

Find out about the issues that matter ahead of Election Day on November 3. Many titles are available as e-books, on SimplyE, and from the Library Shop. Learn more about books on NYPL's 2020 Election Reading List that are available in accessible formats.

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Best Books for Teens 2020

Our expert librarians selected 2020's best books for teens. Check out these outstanding titles—plus discover accessible titles.

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Book covers of NYPL's Best Books for Teens, including titles like The Magic Fish, All Boys Aren't Blue, Raybearer, and more

New Staff Picks for Teens

Find your new favorite reads with this collection of top titles curated by our expert librarians.

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