Teens and young adults can discover recommended books lists on a wide variety of interests or by grade level or learn about programs, activities and events designed just for them! Our online resources provide information to help navigate the high school years, including tools designed for research and school work. If you need help locating information, please contact a librarian for assistance.
Our Best Book Recommendations
Book Recommendation Lists
Coming-of-Age Young Adult Novels
Young adults, celebrate your independent spirit with a powerful read that reflects your journey!
Oceans of Possibilities
Set sail with these novels about the high seas in historical pirate stories, contemporary cruise romances & fantastical island adventures.
Celebrating Pride Month
Check out these books featuring love, rebellion and self-expression.
Self-Care for Teens
Being a teenager is tough. These picks explore or explain mental health challenges, and ways to cope, understand, and heal.
Coming-of-Age Young Adult Novels
Young adults, celebrate your independent spirit with a powerful read that reflects your journey!
Oceans of Possibilities
Set sail with these novels about the high seas in historical pirate stories, contemporary cruise romances & fantastical island adventures.
Celebrating Pride Month
Check out these books featuring love, rebellion and self-expression.
Self-Care for Teens
Being a teenager is tough. These picks explore or explain mental health challenges, and ways to cope, understand, and heal.
Programs & Events
Books for Grades 7-10
Seventh Grade Favorites
These books are some of our favorite books for seventh-graders. They’re sure to be some of your favorites too!
Eighth Grade Favorites
From stories about families and friendships, to tales about shattered dreams and strange happenings, these books are real page-turners.
Ninth Grade Favorites
These are some of our favorite books for ninth-graders. They're sure to be some of your favorites too!
Tenth Grade Favorites
These are some of our favorite books for tenth-graders. They're sure to be some of your favorites too!
Whether you need help with research, writing a paper or just want to learn new things, we provide a wide variety of resources to meet your needs.
More Resources to Explore
Libby
Borrow and download books, audiobooks, magazines! Libby, our partner for digital content, is the one-tap reading app.
Peterson's Test & Career Prep
Search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take practice tests, create resumes, and explore careers.
Beanstack
Track what you read and complete challenges with Beanstack! Sign up with your library card for free and tackle your reading goals.
Ferguson's Career Guidance Center
Achieve your career goals with Ferguson's! Plan education, learn workplace skills, access job profiles and more! Powered by Infobase.
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