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Best Books For Young Adults

Booklists for Young Adults on the Web

Book Spot
Features books written with young adults in mind. Provides book reviews and news, reading lists, and author and publisher information.

Guys Read
Offers a list of books recommended that will appeal to guys. From children's author Jon Sczieska.

The Michael L. Printz Award
The Michael L. Printz Award is an award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature.
See the list of Michael L. Printz Award books at Bedford Public Library.

Newbery Medal
It is awarded annually by the American Library Association - Association for Library Service to Children, to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American Literature for children.
See the list of Newbery Medal Books at Bedford Public Library.

Outstanding Books for the College Bound

Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults

Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers

Reading Rants
Provides out of the ordinary teen booklists organized into thematic lists.

Teen Angst
Reviews of books for teens, author profiles, a celebration of angst!

TeenReads
Reading lists and author interviews along with contests, question of the month and more.

Anipike
Index to thousands of web sites on Japanese Animation, such as Dragonball Z and Sailor Moon.

Comic Book Resources
Daily comic book news, reviews, previews, commentary and message boards.

DC Comics
Homepage for the company that produces Superman and Batman and many graphic novels.

Manga University
Learn how to draw manga with this great web site. Offers free tutorials, forums, an online store and mailing list. Featured characters from Dragon Ball Z, Ranma ½, Tenchi Muyo, etc.

Marvel Comics
Homepage for the company that produces such well-known characters as Spiderman and the X-men.

No Flying, No Tights
Bimonthly reviews of graphic novels for teens and those who work with teens.

Shojo Beat
A shojo manga magazine targeted toward older teenage girls.

Shonen Jump
A monthly magazine providing manga with lots of action and adventure, often featuring young, male protagonists with special powers and/or abilities.

Tokyopop
The leading manga publisher of Fruits Basket, Kare Kano, Peach Girl, D N Angel and many more.

VizMedia.com
One of the most comprehensive and innovative companies in the field of manga publishing, animation and entertainment licensing of Japanese content. Producers of Shonen Jump, Shojo Beat, Rurouni Kenshin, Dragon Ball,Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon, Ranma ½ and many more.

Cyberteens
The leading online community for teens on the web featuring chat, games, art, writing, poetry, fiction, music, celebrity interviews, movie and product reviews, and more.

Teen Central
Looking for new options, new ideas, new friends? Get help from other teens just like you.

Teens on the Net
Over 4,500 links to sites of interest to teens.

Teenspace in the IPL
Provides information to help you with life, school, friends, and work. You'll find articles written especially to help you solve problems, links to web sites you can use for homework, and a place to ask questions. From the Internet Public Library.

BeingGirl
A place where girls can come together to learn, share, communicate with each other and have loads of fun with games, quizzes, polls and lots more.

Cosmo Girl
From the publishers of Cosmopolitan, where teen girls can learn all about guys, take surveys, play games, and have fun!

Girl Zone
Learn about celebrities, careers, studying, take quizzes, read about books or post a message on the bulletin board.

iemily
Get information about your changing body, expanding mind, fitness, nutrition, relationships, and more. Each section has lots of articles and facts.

SmartGirl
A place for teen girls to share thoughts and ideas.

Something Fishy
Provides definitions, signs and symptoms and physical dangers of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder and compulsive overeating.

Teen Mag.com
Featuring beauty, advice, celebrity stuff, horoscopes, movie reviews, chat, games and more.

Dmoz Open Directory Project - Biographies
Provides kids and teens with biographies listed by subject.

High School Ace
A trusted guide to free quality online educational resources for teens.

Hoagies' Gifted Education Page
The "all things gifted" resource for parents, teachers, administrators, mental health professionals, and gifted kids and adults.

Internet Public Library for Teens
Find links to web sites to help you do your homework. Specific topics include biography, English language and literature, geography, history, languages, math, reference, science, and U.S. government, but the collection also includes links to sites that teach study skills and how to do research on the Internet, as well as write effective research papers.

Net Worth: Homework Helpers
Where to go when the library is closed and you need help.

School Zone Student Page
Study skills, literature, career help, help with college, fun/silly stuff and more.

Teen Advice
Provides homework help in all subjects for teens in grades 7 to 12.

Teens Point Homework Help
Puzzled by a cryptic question? Frustrated by the meaning of life? Check out these great homework helpers.

All Movie Guide
Search for movies by title, actor, keyword, or plotline. Each entry provides a full synopsis, cast and production credits, expert reviews, ratings, images, biographies, filmographies and awards. Also offers a glossary of film terms and essays on films and the film industry.

MTV Online
The ultimate destination for music and pop culture. Has the latest music videos, band info, entertainment news, photos, album previews and reviews.

Internet Movie Database
Earth's biggest movie database includes information on movies, DVDs/videos, TV shows, actors and directors.

Rotten Tomatoes
Reviews for movies and video games from print and online critics collected on this site.

Teen Movies
A site specifically for teens and college students featuring teen movie reviewers who review movies from a teen perspective.

All Music Guide
All encompassing music guide includes expert reviews, biographies, ratings, images, credits and more. Searchable by genre, artist, song title, album. Free registration required for full features.

Billboard Online
Online version of Billboard magazine: popular music news, previews/reviews of new CDs, album charts, rankings for music-related activity on the internet, including sales, downloads, webcasts, and more.

CDnow
An online site from Amazon.com that allows you to purchase music, DVDs and Videos.

MTV
The ultimate destination for music and pop culture. Has the latest music videos, band info, entertainment news, photos, album previews and reviews.

Rhapsody
Has all the latest music, including popular playlists, picture galleries, music videos and the biggest online music catalog.

Sputnik7
Has music videos, film, full-length anime, & free MP3 downloads.

Ultimate Band List (UBL)
Features independent and unsigned bands, their fans, and music. Thousands of links to artist web pages.

Yahoo! Music
View thousands of music videos and create your own video channels based on your favorite artists, genres and more. See exclusive performances and interactive interviews.

VH1
Features the hottest music videos, the best live performances, the latest celebrity news, and your favorite shows on television.

AskZen
Information on medical issues, emotional health, substance abuse, fitness and diet.

Check Yourself
A site for teens to see where they are with drug and alcohol abuse from the Partnership for a Drug Free America.

DWI Blues
Drink. Drive. Go to Jail. Remember drinking and driving don't mix.

Go Ask Alice
Questions and answers about health, fitness/nutrition, relationships, sex and drugs. Provided by Columbia University's Health Education Program.

I Quit
Provides information on how to stop smoking. Sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

I Wanna Know
Answers about teen sexual health and sexually transmitted diseases.

National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Information for teens and parents regarding pregnancy and pregnancy prevention.

Sex, Etc.
A sexuality and health newsletter written by teens for teens from Rutgers University.

Suicide and Crisis Hotlines
For the Fort Worth and Dallas metro area call the 24-hour Suicide and Crisis Center at
214-828-1000.
Call a 24-hour National Hotline toll-free at 1-800-Suicide (1-800-784-2433) or
1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)

TeenGrowth
Provides information for teens on staying healthy in the following areas: their body, sex, emotions, friends, sports, school, danger and family.

TeensHealth.org
Offers a safe, private place to get information about health, growth and emotions.

Teen Voices
Helpful advice for teens written by teens.

Teenwire.com
Provides information on sexuality, health and relationships. From the Planned Parenthood Federation of America.

Texas DWI
Information about drinking and driving from the Texas Department of Transportation.

THINK - Teenage Health Interactive Network
Information on nutrition, mental and physical fitness, diseases and personal care.

Vegetarian Resource Group
Provides great information on how to become a vegetarian and still maintain a healthy lifestyle.

4WebGames
Home to many original, unique online games developed by GameMaster. Includes single player, multi player, and persistent real time games. Categories include action, arcade, cards, and puzzles, with classics like Space Invaders, Asteroids, and Yahtzee.

ArcadePod.com
Provides links to the best sites offering free online games made for Java(tm), Flash and Shockwave. Includes player submitted ratings and reviews.

Battle.net
Play Diablo I and II, Lord of Destruction, StarCraft, Brood War, and WarCraft II Battle.net Edition online. Offers news, forums, strategy, and technical support FAQs.

Cartoon Network.com
Tons of games featuring the world's biggest cartoon stars.

GamePro
Features the best in gaming news and reviews, all the latest cheats, codes, strategies and pro tips, previews and first looks and more.

GameSpot
The world's largest source for PC, PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, Wii, PS3, GameCube, PSP, DS, GBA, PS2, PlayStation 3, and Xbox video. Has news, reviews, previews, screen shots, movies, message boards, FAQs, game guides, and downloads for computer and console video games.

Nickelodeon Games
Free single-player and multi-player games. Many games feature Nickelodeon characters such as Jimmy Neutron and Spongebob Squarepants.

PopCap Games
Provides online java games and games to download for the PC, Mac and wireless platforms. Creators of Bejeweled, Bookworm and other addictive free online games.

Runescape
A multi player online role playing game in which you buy and sell items in exchange for gold. You will also fight many creatures and try to become the best overall fighter in the entire game.

Shockwave.com
Find, play, create, and share free online games.

Wizards of the Coast
Publisher of various RPG novels based around Dungeons and Dragons and their other game worlds, including neopets.

Yahoo! Games
Free online and downloadable games. Play arcade games, board games, card games, puzzle games and more. Also has news, reviews, demos, ratings, and cheats.