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Good Teen Books Below we have several links to various award winning book lists for teens to help you find just the book that you are looking for.

American Library Association Awards

Michael L. Printz Award - Awarded annually to the book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature (begins January 2000.)

National Book Foundation

National Book Award - Presented each year to recognize the outstanding contribution to children’s literature with an emphasis on literary merit.

Mystery Writers of America

Edgar Allan Poe Awards – Awarded for achievement in the mystery field, the Edgar Allan Poe Award has numerous categories including best juvenile mystery and best young adult mystery.

American Library Association

Best Books for Young Adults - This list of fiction and nonfiction titles was selected as satisfying the requirements of good literary quality as well as appealing to young adult readers.

Quick Picks for the Reluctant Young Adult Reader - A selection committee from the Young Adult Library Services Association prepared this list of outstanding titles that will stimulate the interest of reluctant teen readers.

Outstanding Books for the College Bound and Lifelong Learners - Revised every five years, and compiled by the Young Adult Library Services Association, this list is divided into five sections: fiction, biography, nonfiction, drama, and poetry.