Books for Teens

Stop by the teen area to check out our awesome YA collection! We add new books each month, which can be found on our New Books shelves. In addition, we offer a variety of audiobooks, magazines, and graphic novels. Online, you can find a wide selection of ebooks and audiobooks through our digital library. And, if you can’t find the book you want to read, you can always recommend it using our online form. The YA collection is here to serve you, and we welcome and encourage you to give us your feedback and recommendations!

National Novel Writing Month Teen Writing Contest

Calling all writers in grades 5-12! We’re celebrating National Novel Writing Month with a short story challenge. Head over to the teen area for fun prompts, and submit your story to the Teen Desk no later than Tuesday, November 26th.

Official Rules

Open to writers in grades 5-12.
Each story must be original and contain a minimum of 500 words.
Stories must be clearly titled at the top of the page.Do not put your name on the completed story.
An entry form must be attached to your submission.
Entries must be submitted by Tuesday, 11/26.

PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 STORIES!

Join us on Thursday, 12/5, at 4:30 pm for our Writers’ Party! We’ll enjoy hot cocoa and a showcase of the winning stories. Gift cards and a trophy will be awarded! Please register for the party here.

Download and print the entry form and rules.