Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults is a list created by YALSA (the Young Adult Library Services Association), a division of the American Library Association.
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The diviners
In the era of speakeasies and flappers, Evie is thrilled to be shipped off to her Uncle Will’s Museum of Creepy-Crawlies in New York City, where her newfound paranormal powers help her solve a gruesome series of murders. LaVoy manifests a large and varied cast, from showgirls to specters, musicians to maniacs. 2013 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults Top Ten |
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The last guardian
This story immerses listeners in a world populated with fairies, trolls, and Opal Koboi -- Artemis Fowl's archenemy. Nathaniel Parker's energetic performance conveys the rollicking adventures listeners have come to expect from Artemis Fowl. Colfer, Eoin. eAUDIO OVERDRI |
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The last guardian
This story immerses listeners in a world populated with fairies, trolls, and Opal Koboi -- Artemis Fowl's archenemy. Nathaniel Parker's energetic performance conveys the rollicking adventures listeners have come to expect from Artemis Fowl. Colfer, Eoin. TEEN CD FIC COL1987 |
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Graffiti moon
Lucy is on a mission to find Shadow, the urban graffiti artist to whose work she is drawn. But as the night unfolds, she may find that Shadow is closer than she thinks. Three Australian voices mesh to give this story an authentic sense of character, place, and point of view. Crowley, Cath. eAUDIO OVERDRI |
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The fault in our stars
This recording perfectly captures the mercurial characters of Hazel Grace and Augustus, teens whose chance meeting in a cancer support group surprises them both as they embark on an emotional roller coaster of a journey. Green, John, 1977- TEEN CD FIC GRE9749 |
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Almost perfect
The arrival of formerly homeschooled Sage -- self-aware and unique -- forces eighteen-year-old Logan to question who he is and whom he loves. Heyborne brings to the surface the tension and angst of both teens’ outbursts as Sage reveals that she is transgender. Katcher, Brian. TEEN CD FIC KAT1835 |
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Cabin fever
What’s worse than being trapped with your family during a blizzard? Awaiting the punishment you know will come when the snow melts. De Ocampo’s portrayal of self-centered, dim-witted, air-quoting Greg makes this recording appeal to readers of all ages. 2013 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults Top Ten |
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Personal effects
Matt’s controlling father has forbidden him from looking through the personal effects returned to them after his brother’s death in Iraq. But as Matt gains the courage to defy his father, he also uncovers his brother’s hidden life. Podehl’s raw, testosterone-filled narration captures Matt’s journey toward manhood. 2013 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults Top Ten |
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Enchanted
Sunday’s fanciful, story-filled world is changed forever when she meets Grumble, an enchanted frog. But there is more to Grumble than meets the eye, and there is far more to Sunday’s magic than she knows. This fairytale mashup showcases Kellgren’s expressive range and her ability to keep this outlandish tale grounded with solid characterization. Kontis, Alethea. TEEN CD FIC KON2891 |
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Crusher
Prime suspect in the murder of his father, Finn Maguire is forced to overcome his own failings as he tumbles along the trail of clues to save himself. Fast-paced and gritty, Weyman’s narration highlights the emotional aspect of Finn’s by-the-seat-of-his-pants investigation. 2013 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults Top Ten |