YA Books for Middle Schoolers

Books in the Young Adult Collection that may be appropriate for those in the 6th through 8th grade or ages 10 to 14. The Young Adult Collection is made up of books for a wide range (12-18 years old) and includes a variety of different topics and interests. Not all titles will be appropriate for all readers.
 

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1. The crossover

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Author:
Alexander, Kwame
Series:
Crossover (Kwame Alexander) volume 1.
Average Rating:
3.7 stars
Formats:
Book, OverDrive eAudiobook, OverDrive eBook
Description:
Fourteen-year-old twin basketball stars Josh and Jordan wrestle with highs and lows on and off the court as their father ignores his declining health.

2. The Unwanteds

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Author:
McMann, Lisa
Series:
The Unwanteds volume 1.
Average Rating:
4.6 stars
Formats:
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Description:
In a society that purges thirteen-year-olds who are creative, identical twins Aaron and Alex are separated, one to attend University while the other, supposedly Eliminated, finds himself in a wondrous place where youths hone their abilities and learn magic.

3. Drums, girls, & dangerous pie

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Author:
Sonnenblick, Jordan
Average Rating:
4.3 stars
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Description:
When his younger brother is diagnosed with leukemia, thirteen-year-old Steven tries to deal with his complicated emotions, his school life, and his desire to support his family.