After the Death of Anna Gonzales by Terri FieldsĦ. Some of these flirt with the middle grade/YA line, but I’m including them because the few here add to the dynamic format.Ģ. I’ve marked with a * those authors who have far more than two YA verse novels so that the eager can dive realllllllllly deep. Because YA has writers who are prolific in their verse writing, I’m limiting selections to no more than 2 books per author, meaning that this list will showcase dozens and dozens of unique writers and perspectives. These range from novels to non-fiction, as this category of books is privileged to have writers who can easily navigate both through poetry. Want to get started? Let me offer up 100 YA books in verse. The craft behind it, the voice that drives it, and the way it builds a story and character and time period and setting can make verse books spectacular. There needs to be clear thought and purpose behind the format, since it reflects the voice and perspective of the character.īut damn, when a verse book is done well, it is done well. It’s a skill few writers possess well, since it’s so much more than simply breaking up prose into lines and calling it done. I love novels, as well as non-fiction, that is thoughtfully and skillfully crafted in verse. "This is smoothly written and romantic as all get out.ideal for readers looking for romance salted with a bit of tears as well as a bit of sea air.One of my favorite formats, and one that’s abundant in the young adult designation in particular, is the verse format. Readers will easily relate to Anna's authentically depicted feelings of lust, longing, shame and fear as she cautiously embarks on a new summer love."- Kirkus Reviews
"Anna's authentic voice and some lyrical writing will satisfy fans of Sarah Dessen, while the mix of romance, drama, and tragedy will be a draw for teen readers of Nicholas Sparks and Jodi Picoult."- Booklist "Breaks your heart and puts it back together again."- Jo Knowles, author of Lessons From A Dead Girl and Jumping Off Swings "Reading this book felt like diving underwater and emerging with wise little gems about friendship, grieving, and love."- Laura Resau, author of Red Glass "Ockler brings the salty tang of the ocean waves and the tingling anticipation of a first kiss to delicate life, while simultaneously evoking the mixed-up feelings of the friends, family, and loves left behind."- Lisa Ann Sandell, author of The Weight of the Sky and Song of the Sparrow
" Twenty Boy Summer is a tender and heartfelt story of love, loss, and letting go."- Deb Caletti, author of National Book Award finalist Honey, Baby, Sweetheart
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