Top YA & Teen Summer Reading Books

Summer Reading Books for Teens

Discover the best books for teens to read this summer at Barnes & Noble. Whether you’re looking for summer YA books for school reading lists or for fun, we’ve got you covered. Browse our curated collection of fiction, fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, romance, graphic novels and more books teens love. From the newest captivating releases like Powerful by Lauren Roberts to thought-provoking reads like The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas and last year’s fantasy favorites like Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross, there are so many good books for teenagers to read over summer vacation. Discover modern classics like Twilight and The Hunger Games or if you're in the mood for a heartwarming summer read, then Love & Gelato will hit the spot. Explore popular fantasy series like Kingdom of the Wicked that’s rich in mystery and magic, cozy lighthearted romance reads like Heartstopper and more great YA books for summer! Looking for even more young adult summer reading ideas? Visit your local B&N bookstore to browse our selection in person!

Some of the Best Summer Reading Books for Teens

The Summer She Went Missing by Chelsea Ichaso
Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh
Thirsty: A Novel by Jas Hammonds
Their Vicious Games by Joelle Wellington
Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter
Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
Song of the Six Realms by Judy I. Lin
A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole
Your Blood My Bones by Kelly Andrew
Belladonna by Adalyn Grace

Top YA Books for Your 2025 Summer Reading List

Browse our YA summer list for high school and middle school reading assignments and the best books to keep teens interested in reading on their own.