Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

With seven novels under her belt, this notable feminist author has cracked the YA genre — and she’s taking on adult fiction next.

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

From young adult to adult fantasy, this author has become a worldwide phenomenon, but what is it that makes her stories so popular?

Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

Are you an avid YA reader? If so, you can’t miss the top books of this year so far.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Despite its familiar premise, the strong chemistry between the main characters is what really holds the young adult series together.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Complete with twists and an unexpected ending, this series cannot be passed up by anyone who loves young adult mystery novels.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Darcie Little Badger’s young adult debut is a charming story of magical realism featuring Lipan Apache representation and a murder mystery waiting to be solved.

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

As readers await the release of ‘A Court of Silver Flames,’ it’s a good time to revisit the series’  unbelievably intricate worldbuilding, strong women and realistic character development.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Kacen Callender’s young adult novel features a queer trans person of color amid friendships, love and a heartwarming journey of self-acceptance.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

This plot device is one of the most overdone romantic clichés out there. Should it be left behind, or is there a way to make it new again?

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

The novel explores the long process of a guarded teenager finding belonging in her last foster home after a lifetime of letdowns.

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

We stan the biromantic, asexual woman of color protagonist in Claire Kann’s new novel.

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

Many of these books are criticized for their unrealistic portrayal of the world; however, that may be their greatest strength.

Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University

Holly Black ties up the loose ends in her sweeping ‘Folk of the Air’ young adult fantasy series.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

Whether she’s writing as V.E. Schwab or Victoria Schwab, her wide range of books are always worth the read.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Adulting 101 for your summer reading list.

Marissa Cortes, Stony Brook University

The nuances of mental health can be hard to nail in fiction, but these novels do it perfectly.

Kristian Porter, Northern Kentucky University

Anyone who denigrates literature for appealing to teenagers is forgetting what makes reading worthwhile.

Riley Heruska, Austin College

Filled with everything from forbidden love to Greek mythology, each of these best sellers hits the spot.