Summer reads for young adults - picks by Brisbane librarians

With the start of summer, a good book (or two) can be the perfect boredom buster. Check out these recommendations by Brisbane City Council’s libraries to help your teen or young adult find their next book. 

When romance and fantasy combine   

Fans of romantasy are in for a treat with two authors, Holly Black and Sarah J. Maas, who expertly write in this genre.

Black is the bestselling author of the Folk of the Air series. Book lovers enjoy her stories about faeries and humans coexisting in unexpected ways.

Sarah J. Maas's bestselling Throne of Glass series is another favourite. They follow the journey of a young assassin navigating a dangerous world of politics and power.

Explore coming-of-age stories 

For stories about the challenges of growing up, Rhiannon Wilde and Gary Lonesborough would be our pick.

Rhiannon Wilde's novel, Henry Hamlet’s Heart, explores the changes that come with finishing school, navigating friendships and more.

Set in rural Australia, The Boy from the Mish (Gary Lonesborough), is a moving story is one for readers of all ages.

Escape to other worlds 

If you're looking for a thrilling adventure that will transport you to other worlds, Lili Wilkinson and Amie Kaufman should be on your radar.

Lili Wilkinson's After the Lights Go Out is a gripping post-apocalyptic tale set in a remote Australian town. Follow the protagonist as she navigates a world without power and faces tough choices to protect her family.

Amie Kaufman fills The Isles of the Gods series with magic, romance, and slumbering gods.

Brisbane Libraries

Your local library is more than books on the shelf. Take advantage of everything our libraries offer. Join workshops, attend author talks, and use study spaces.

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