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Teen Reads

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New Books for Teens

Newest titles for teens that have arrived at the library.

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Booklists

Our staff picks in your favorite genres for teens.

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Graphic Novels at SJPL

Learn how to create original comics and connect with other artists, illustrators, and fans who share your passion for graphic novels and Manga.

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OverDrive for Teens

eBooks and eAudiobooks are featured in OverDrive's fiction collection for teens.

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Axis360 Young Adult Fiction

New and popular young adult fiction eBooks.

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Teen Book Reviewer Volunteer Opportunity

Gain volunteer service hours by writing book reviews.

YA Friday Latest Recommendations

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YA Friday: September 2022 Monthly Wrap-Up

Take a look at some of our favorite young adult books released this month.

Megan Maloy
09/30/2022 - 8:00 AM

This Library Celebrates Banned Books Week, September 18-24, 2022 with rainbow colored birds

YA Friday: Books Unite Us. Censorship Divides Us.

Books bring people together and aid the development of empathy and understanding for people from other backgrounds. Champion the right to read during Banned Books Week, September 18–24, 2022!

Megan Maloy
09/23/2022 - 8:00 AM

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YA Friday: Elements as YA Books - Void (Aether)

A monthly feature sharing young adult books inspired by the elements.

Megan Maloy
09/16/2022 - 8:00 AM