JCPL Teens

There are some books I love to read over and over.  Here are some of my favorite 'classic' teen titles and also some recommendations from the Lakewood Library Teen Advisory Board:

The Blue Sword by Tamora Pierce

Harry, bored with her sheltered life in the remote orange-growing colony of Daria, discovers magic in herself when she is kidnapped by a native king with mysterious powers.

Forever by Judy Blume

Katherine and Michael meet on New Year's Eve and their attraction is instantaneous. They become completely involved with each other they are filled with all the wonder of first love.  When summer comes Katherine and Michael are separated.  Will their love endure "forever?"

Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery  - recommended by Vallen

Anne, a spunky orphan,  is sent by mistake to live with a lonely, middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm.  Anne relies on her wits to get out of countless scrapes.

The Princess Bride by William Goldman - recommended by Catie

The timeless love story between a farm boy named Westley and the beautiful Princess Buttercup, along with the author's comments on life and art as he attempts to edit the children's classic.

Find more classics in our Teen Classics book list.

What is your favorite classic book?