Books for Teenagers (YA): Novels, Fantasy and Manga

When stories grow along with you, reading turns into an everyday adventure. This category brings together books for teenagers — modern Young Adult (YA) literature and novels for teens that understand the world of youth. Expect authentic characters, strong emotions and themes, humor, and suspense in a page‑turning style for both boys and girls.

Here you’ll find favorite genres: YA fantasy, sci‑fi and dystopias, romance for teens, gripping thrillers, contemporary YA, as well as manga and comics, graphic novels, popular science and self‑development titles. You’ll also find Czech and international bestsellers, award‑winning authors, beloved series, and standalones for ages 12+, 14+, and 15+.

Young adult literature and books for teenagers help develop empathy, vocabulary, and critical thinking, and open up topics such as friendship, identity, school, first loves, or mental health. Whether you’re looking for a gift for teenagers, vacation reading, or a title for emerging readers, this selection of YA books offers engaging, gripping, and inspiring stories you’ll love to return to.