Books for Black Teens & Young Adults (YA)

This month we'd like to focus on books for young people navigating life’s transitions, joys, and social challenges. Here are a few recently published lists, primarily featuring Black characters, and written by Black authors.

Take a look at the various titles, support the featured writers, and take heed of the intention to inspire and educate through story!

CBC | 18 CANADIAN BOOKS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS TO READ

EPIC READS | 50 YA BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ (ESPECIALLY FOR BHM)

RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY | BHM CANADIAN BOOKS FOR TEENS

THE CANDID COVER | 106 YA BOOKS BY BLACK AUTHORS: AN ESSENTIAL READING LIST

Together, we are guiding and informing the most effective (and engaging) literature for our Black Canadian youth and their peers. We invite you to take our brief survey by clicking the image below; your feedback and recommendations will help us with our programming and activities.

SUBMISSION OPPORTUNITY // YA Fiction

Do you have a contemporary, social justice-focused story for middle grade, young adult, or teen readers that you're excited to write?

Submission Guidelines Here

YA FICTION // Black Canadian

Browse these (and more!) young adult fiction titles, for a range of topics, characters, and experiences to guide and inspire young readers.

DANCEHALL REBEL // New Teen Novel

Dancehall Rebel is based on the legacy of empowerment naturally embedded in reggae culture. This book is a savvy tale of a teen finding the confidence and voice to be an agent of change in her musical culture—and with her family. Available via Amazon and Indigo books.