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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2018
The Poet X
A young poet battles silence and tradition to find her voice in Harlem.
357 pages· 32,942 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 145,041 ratings
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Books About High School · 370 titles considered
The Best High School Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about high school? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About High School
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2017
Far from the Tree
By Robin Benway
Three teens, connected by blood, navigate adoption, family secrets, and belonging.
374 pages· 88,170 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 50,287 ratings
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$2374
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1999
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
A wallflower navigates the tumultuous journey from adolescence to adulthood, facing love, loss, and self-discovery.
224 pages· 62,621 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,053,469 ratings
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2019
Slay
A teen game developer battles a troll threatening her secret game and identity.
336 pages· 82,144 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 16,042 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2019
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
By Holly Jackson · Book #1 in the A Good Girl's Guide to Murder series
A closed murder case reopens, revealing dark secrets and danger.
389 pages· 91,912 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,888,385 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2021
Ace of Spades
Two students face a dangerous game as an anonymous bully reveals their secrets.
422 pages· 101,898 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 103,596 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2020
Felix Ever After
A teen's revenge plan leads to unexpected love and self-discovery.
368 pages· 85,209 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 67,590 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2015
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
By Becky Albertalli · Book #1 in the Simon series
A secret email threatens Simon's quiet life and his chance at love.
303 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 472,300 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2018
Monday's Not Coming
A girl vanishes, and only her best friend notices. Can she uncover the truth?
435 pages· 83,524 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 88,598 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2019
With the Fire on High
A young mother finds magic in cooking, but can she turn her culinary dreams into reality?
392 pages· 72,363 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 90,527 ratings
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High School Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about high school for preschool and elementary-age readers.
Hunted
2016
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The Prom
2016
No book description provided.
Dark Forest
2016
No description provided.
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Back to the Future
Ages 4–8 · 2018
A teen travels back to 1955, meets his parents, and changes history.
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$1625
Welcome to Super Hero High!
Ages 8–12 · 2017
Superheroes unite to battle villains and save the day.
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$1525
This Is Spider-Man
Ages 2–5 · 2012
Discover Spider-Man's world and unlock your reading superpower.
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$1899
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Ages 4–8 · 2022
A daring day off in Chicago tests friendship and freedom. Can they outsmart the watchful teacher?
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High School Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about high school for developing and independent readers.
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A Walk to Remember
Ages 14–18 · 1999
A rebel and a minister's daughter discover love's power and pain in 1958 Beaufort.
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Crank
Ages 14–18 · 2004
A perfect daughter spirals into chaos after meeting a dangerous addiction.
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$999
Counting by 7s
Ages 10–14 · 2013
A young genius seeks connection and family after a tragic loss.
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$1899
All the Bright Places
Ages 14–18 · 2015
Two teens meet on a ledge, changing each other's lives forever.
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$799
Vampire Academy
Ages 12–18 · 2007
A school for vampires hides secrets that could change everything.
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$1799
Piecing Me Together
Ages 12–18 · 2017
A girl seeks her voice in a world that labels her 'at-risk.'
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$1299
The Black Kids
Ages 14–18 · 2020
A teen's life unravels amid the chaos of the 1992 LA riots.
Graphic Nov.
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$2099
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
Ages 12–18 · 2007
A Native American teen seeks a new future at an all-white high school.
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$1999
Speak
Ages 12–18 · 1999
A silenced teen confronts her trauma and fights to reclaim her voice.
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$1799
Suggested Reading
Ages 12–18 · 2019
A student rebels against a school book ban, risking everything for the stories she loves.
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$2299
Eleanor & Park
Ages 14–18 · 2012
Two misfits navigate first love, knowing it rarely lasts but daring to try.
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$2575
Hush, Hush
Ages 14–18 · 2009
Nora's drawn to Patch, but an ancient battle threatens her life.