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Books for 'young people'
Sarah Timmer created a list of book specifically for young people, aged 14-21, in "The Guardian of Education". -
We have "teenagers"
WWII brought about the introduction of a new social demographic, teenagers. First appearing in "Popular Science Monthly" in September 1941, this quickly became the way to define those between childhood and adulthood. -
Seventeenth Summer by Maureen Daly
A book written for girls about first love, this is considered to be the first book published exclusively for teenagers. -
The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger
Not originally marketed as a young adult novel, The Catcher in the Rye attracted a large teenage audience. -
Young adult literature established
The ALA formally established the Young Adult Services Division -
Run Softly, Go Fast by Barbara Wersba
The first novel written and marketed for the young adult market and distinction. -
The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier
This is arguably one of the most important young adult novels of all time. Cormier tackles difficult topics like anxiety and showed that not all ending are happy. -
The Babysitters Club by Ann M. Martin
The 1980's saw the development of more genre fiction and series instead of stand-alone novels. -
Goosebumps by R.L. Stine
The 1990's brought about the expansion of horror in YA literature, most notably, the Goosebumps series by Stine. -
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
YA literature of the 1990's also continued to tackle hard topics like sex, drug use, and abuse. -
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
The 2000's introduced book award specifically for young adult literature, including the Printz and Alex Awards. This time also saw hugely popular culture phenomenon surrounding YA books, including Twilight.
