Acknowledgments
YA Author Contributors
Introduction
1-AN INTRODUCTION TO YOUNG ADULTS AND THEIR LITERATURE
Defining Young Adults
Defining Young Adults as Individuals
Defining Young Adult Literature
Authors in Action: On Writing YA by Kate Hart
History of Young Adult Literature in Action: Early Adult Books Read by Young People
More Young Adult Literature History in Action: First Books Written for Young Adults
Defining Young Adult Literature
Classic Young Adult Titles
Defining Young Adults through Reading Preferences, Interests, and Choices
Reading Surveys
Reading Survey Questions
Goodreads
Book Format Choices
Reading Preferences and Gender Roles
Inclusivity, Diversity, and Own Voices in Young Adult Literature
We Need Diverse Books Organization (WNDB)
Types of Diversity to Consider in Collection Development
Librarians in Action: Using a Diversity Audit to Guide Your Young Adult Collection
Own Voice Authors
Interview with Eric Gansworth
A Sample of Online Resources for Seeking Out and Selecting Inclusive Young Adult Books
Interview with Jason Reynolds
Worlds of Words
Selecting Books for Young Adults
Literature in Action: Awards and Award Lists
Best Lists by State
Best Fiction for Young Adults
Young Adults' Choices Project
Librarians in Action!: Teen-Selected and Recommended Book Lists
Margaret A. Edwards Award
Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers
Michael L. Printz Award
Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults
Outstanding Books for the College Bound
Alex Award
Stonewall Book Awards
Rainbow Book Lists
Coretta Scott King Book Awards
The Walter Dean Myers Award
Pura Belpre Award
Tomas Rivera Mexican American Children's Book Award
Americas Book Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature
Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature
The American Indian Youth Literature Awards
The Association of Jewish Libraries-Book Awards
Arab American Book Awards
Mildred L. Batchelder Award
Librarians in Action!: Introducing Your YA Collection to Readers
Promoting Books and Authors with Young Adults
Booktube
Instagram, Book Blogs, and Building Other YA Book Communities
Book Blogs
Young Adult Literature-Focused Podcasts
Promoting Young Adult Literature through Visual Literacy: Movies Based on Young Adult Books
Author Visits
Author Visits Checklist
Selecting an Author
Promote, Promote, PROMOTE!
Hosting the Event
Virtual Author Visits
Promoting Young Adult Literature at Teen-Focused Author Events
Professional Organizations with a Young Adult Focus
Conclusion
Professional Bibliographies for Book Selection, Reading Promotion, and Library Services
Assignments in Action: Young Adults and Their Literature
2-BOOK ACCESS THROUGH QUICK READS AND AUDIOBOOKS
Effective Strategies for All Types of Readers
Comic Books
Graphic Novels
Popular Categories of Graphic Works
Superheroes
Literary Adaptations
Fantasy
Media Adaptations and Tie-Ins
Slice-of-Life/School Stories
Nonfiction
Manga
Electronic Graphic Novels and Manga
Graphic Novels and Nonfiction in Action
Professional Resources for Graphic Novels and Comic Books
Librarians in Action: A Manga Club
Fiction Series Books
Early Series Books: A History
Authors in Action: The Power of What If by Ally Carter
Anthologies and Story Collections
Benefits of Anthologies and Story Collections
Diversity in Anthologies and Short Story Collections
Librarians in Action!: Using Student Preferences to Help Curate Teen Book Choices
Magazines
Poetry
Poems of Romantic Love
Sports Poems
Poems about Teen Tragedy, Angst, and Joy
Poems of Horror
Literature in Action: Poetry Slams and Open Mics!
Poems about Neighborhoods
Humorous Poems
Poems Written by Young Adults
Classic Poems
Verse Novels
Author in Action: Sonya Sones
The Case for Audiobooks: Examining and Expanding Teen Reading through Listening
Audiobooks as Tools of Literacy
Audiobooks Connect Cultures
Studies of Audiobooks as Tools of Reading Motivation
Making a Case for Audiobooks and Instruction
A Brief History of Audiobooks
Audiobooks Awards
Odyssey Award
Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults
The Audie
Audiobook Resources
Sound Learning Project
SYNC
Guys Read/Listen
Audiobook Publishers You Need to Know
Conclusion
Assignments in Action: Quick Reads for Discussion
3-CONTEMPORARY REALISTIC FICTION
Interview with Nicola Yoon
Characteristics of Contemporary Realistic Young Adult Novels
Contemporary Realistic Fiction
Humor and Identity through Friendships, Family, and Communities
Interview with Adi Alsaid
Coming of Age, Friendships, Family, and Communities
Darker Contemporary Realistic Fiction
Love and Loss in Contemporary Realistic Fiction
Interview with Stephanie Perkins
Love Stories
LGBTQAI+ Experiences
Author Interview with Nina LaCour
Loss
Getting In on the Action: Sports, Adventure, and Survival
Sports Stories
Adventure/Survival Stories
Authors in Action: Finding my Voice by Jeff Zentner
Mysteries and Thrillers
Authors in Action: On Writing YA by E. Lockhart
Librarians in Action!: Building Readers through Relationships
Booktalking
A Checklist to Successful Booktalking
Conclusion
Assignments in Action: Realistic Fiction for Discussion
4-HISTORICAL FICTION
Characteristics of the Best Historical Fiction
Interview with Jennifer L. Holm
Selecting Historical Fiction
Novels about War and Conflicts
Other Historical Eras in the United States
Capturing Stories from the Past from around the World
Authors in Action: On Writing Historical Fiction by Ruta Sepetys
Awards for Historical Fiction
Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction
Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People
Jane Addams Children's Book Award
National Book Award for Young People's Literature
Librarians in Action!: Exploring the World through Books
Conclusion
Assignments in Action: Historical Fiction for Discussion
5-FANTASTIC FICTION
Fantasy
Characteristics of High Fantasy
American Fantasy and Science Fiction Awards
Andre Norton Award for Young Adult Science Fiction and Fantasy
Nebula Award
British Literature Awards for Youth
The Carnegie Medal
The Costa Book Awards
Authors of High Fantasy Classics
Supernatural Stories
Harry Potter, a Wizard Hero
Authors in Action: On World Building by Neal Shusterman
Science Fiction
Contemporary Science Fiction Written for Young Adult Readers
Author in Action: Interview with Veronica Roth
Librarians in Action!: Empowering Readers' Choices
Conclusion
Assignments in Action: Fantastic Fiction for Discussion
6-INFORMATIONAL BOOKS
Interview with Kenneth C. Davis
History in Action: First Newbery Medal
Robert F. Sibert Award
YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults
The Orbis Pictus Award
Biographies and Autobiographies
Other Biographical Choices
Autobiography
Organizing Biographies and Autobiographies
Authors in Action: On Writing Nonfiction by Karen Blumenthal
Creative Ways to Engage Readers with Informational Books
Interview with Candace Fleming
Other Informational Books
Format of Informational Books
Reference Sources and Research
A Research Process
Ten Classes of Dewey: Sample Titles
000-Computer Science, Information & General Works
100-Philosophy & Psychology
200-Religion
300-Social Sciences
400-Language
500-Pure Science
600-Technology
700-Arts & Recreation
800-Literature
900-History & Geography
Pairing Informational Books with Fiction
Conclusion
Assignments in Action: Informational Books for Discussion
7-THE FREEDOM TO READ
Introduction
Definitions of Intellectual Freedom Terms
Interview with David Levithan
History in Action: Classic Challenges
Major Stages in Handling Book Challenges
Be Informed
Be Prepared
Understand the Levels of Complaints and Challenges
Inform Students, Teachers, Administrators, and Parents (The Learning Community)
Q and A with Angie Thomas
Celebrating Banned Books Week
Librarians in Action!: Supporting Reading Rights and Other Reader Advocacy
Ways Librarians Can Help in the Fight against Censorship
Conclusion
Professional Resources about Intellectual Freedom
Assignments in Action: The Freedom to Read for Discussion
References
Index
