17 Must-Read YA Books of Fall 2017
by Dena McMurdie
Fall is a great time to be a YA reader. New books are released in abundance, making it a favorite season amongst bookworms. And this fall is shaping up to be one of the best yet. With all the fabulous new releases coming out, you’re sure to find a book (or several) to add to your reading stack. So mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss a single book in this amazing lineup. Here are the YA books to watch for this fall.
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The Dire King
Laugh and cringe your way through the explosive final book in the Jackaby series. With objects like corpses and lumpy hats resurrecting and an evil king set on destroying the world, Abigail and Jackaby summon all their wit, humor, and skills to save humanity.
(On Sale: 8/22/17) -
Genuine Fraud
Be prepared to lose some sleep over Genuine Fraud, because once you start reading, it’s impossible to stop. This book will keep you guessing (and gasping) through every twist and turn. It begs to be read more than once and will stay with you long after you finish reading.
(On Sale: 9/5/17) -
Nyxia
Available from:Lured by the promise of money and fortune, Emmett leaves Earth to mine a substance called Nyxia for a large corporation. Faced with dark secrets, fierce competition, and choices he never wanted to make, Emmet is in over his head. This fast-paced science-fiction novel will keep you on your toes as you race through the pages.
(On Sale: 9/12/17)Also available from: -
Warcross
Available from:When Emika hacks her way into the depths of a popular virtual game, she catches the attention of the game’s creator. What follows is a wild ride through the dark net, illegal auctions, and nail-biting suspense set in a futuristic Tokyo.
(On Sale: 9/12/17)Also available from: -
Jane, Unlimited
Available from:After her aunt disappears, Jane accepts an invitation to visit a friend’s island mansion where she’s offered several life-changing choices. With strong characters and clever twists, Jane, Unlimited is unpredictable, terrifying, and brilliant.
(On Sale: 9/19/17)Also available from: -
Moxie
Powerful and revolutionary, this feminist novel is about Viv — a girl who is tired of the blatant sexism in her school, from dress codes to favoritism for football players. Readers are already raving about this empowering novel and its call for change.
(On Sale: 9/19/17) -
One Dark Throne
In the riveting follow-up to Three Dark Crowns, three deadly sisters compete against each other to win the Crown. This book hits the ground running and keeps you guessing with each unpredictable twist.
(On Sale: 9/19/17) -
The Language of Thorns
Gorgeously illustrated, this collection of short stories is exactly what every Leigh Bardugo fan is craving. Tales of magic, myth, revenge, and beauty will sweep you into the Grishaverse — a world that thousands of readers have fallen in love with.
(On Sale: 9/26/17) -
A Short History of the Girl Next Door
Available from:At first glance, this looks like a typical YA romance, but don’t be fooled. Grab some tissues and prepare for love, friendship, humor, and a whole lot of heartbreak. This moving story will keep you laughing and crying as you fall in love with each of the characters.
(On Sale: 9/26/17)Also available from: -
Kiss Me in New York
Sugar sweet and charming, this romantic comedy is the perfect book to get you in the mood for snowflakes and (dare I say it?) jingle bells. It’s about two recently dumped teens getting over their exes with the help of a how-to book, New York City, and Christmas Eve.
(On Sale: 10/3/17) -
Satellite
Available from:Born and raised on a space station, Leo and two other teens are going to Earth for the first time. Despite all their training, nothing can prepare them for the challenges they'll face on Earth. With secrets, conspiracies, and media scandals, this is a sci-fi adventure you won’t want to miss.
(On Sale: 10/3/17)Also available from: -
Things I’m Seeing Without You
Beautiful yet brutal, this book takes an honest approach to issues like suicide, grief, and depression. It uses humor and wit alongside heartbreak to deliver a moving and hopeful story of a girl learning to deal with tragedy.
(On Sale: 10/3/17)Available from: -
Forest of a Thousand Lanterns
This breathtaking, Macbeth-like fantasy will surprise you at every turn. It's the start of a fresh new series full of political games, magic, murders, and an anti-heroine willing to lose herself to fulfill her destiny.
(On Sale: 10/10/17) -
Turtles All the Way Down
Available from:John Green fans rejoice! Ready yourself for a beautiful and thought-provoking read about a girl named Aza and her search for a fugitive billionaire. Partially inspired by the author's own experiences with mental illness, this book is personal and raw.
(On Sale: 10/10/17)Also available from: -
Dear Martin
Available from:The future is ripe with promise for Justyce until he finds himself in handcuffs. Frustrated and conflicted, Justyce starts writing a journal to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Emotionally raw and captivating, this book shines a light on the timely issues of race, prejudice, and hate.
(On Sale: 10/17/17)Also available from: -
The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage
Available from:Anyone who has been hoping for another book from Philip Pullman will be counting down the days until publication day. This book is the start of a new series set in the same world as His Dark Materials.
(On Sale: 10/19/17)Also available from: -
The Becoming of Noah Shaw
If you wanted a good excuse to re-read the Mara Dyer series (or if you didn’t get enough of Mara and Noah), here you go. Prepare for a roller coaster ride as you kick off this new series told from Noah's point of view.
(On Sale: 11/7/17)
Which books on this list caught your eye? Let us know in the comments!