Nostalgic Reads:

For The Young At Heart

One of my favorite genres has always been young adult (YA)—and it still is, even as an adult. Growing up, I couldn’t get enough of the drama in these stories, which felt so life-altering at the time. I also loved the themes of self-discovery, personal growth, and coming of age—elements that remain surprisingly relatable well into adulthood.

 

Below are five of my favorite YA reads. They’re great options for teens, but they may also spark a bit of nostalgia for older readers and bring a little extra joy along the way.

 

To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han

Twenty Boy Summer by Sarah Ockler

Inside the Mind of Gideon Rayburn by Sarah Miller

How Opal Mehta Got Kissed, Got Wild, and Got a Life by Kaavya Viswanathan

Dreamland by Sarah Dessen