Nothing stands the test of time quite like Young Adult Fiction. These books ignite us as new readers and many of these stories stick with us as we grow up and go about our everyday lives, reminding us to always fight for what we believe in. This collection of YA Sci-Fi and Fantasy titles will spark that passion in any reader, young or old.
Ember and Stone by Megan O’russell
Ena Ryeland never signed up for peace, and she sure didn’t plan on becoming a killer. In the rugged realm of Ilbrea, where seven iron-fisted Guilds rule and survival is an art form, Ena has spent her life working in the shadows as an illegal healer. Now, when a chance to break free and fight back is offered, she knows the stakes are sky-high. But here’s the kicker: she isn’t alone in this battle.
A lost brother, a mysterious ghost offering whispers of courage, a legend that refuses to fade, and a man who sees the real Ena behind all the scars. Each of these pieces might just be the secret ingredients she needs to turn the tide.
Freedom is a tall order, and every choice is a gamble. Yet, Ena stands as the one spark who might just ignite the change Ilbrea so desperately needs.
Ember and Stone blends magic, rebellion, and romance into a wild ride that defies the ordinary. For fans of Maas and Bardugo who love a side of sass with their epic adventure, this is one story that promises to thrill and inspire.
The Wall by Brian Penn
In 2099, the fractured remains of the United States are at war. On one side of the Wall, prosperity and the promise of eternal life. On the other, devastation and despair.
Asher knows which side he belongs to—until a smuggling run goes sideways and he uncovers the truth: immortality isn’t a gift. It’s a cost his people are already paying.
Now, hunted and forced into hiding, Asher has one shot at exposing the corruption before it consumes them all. But survival isn’t enough. Not when the rebellion known as the Defiance is calling, and the one person he’d risk everything for is caught in the middle.
Love, loyalty, and the future of both worlds hang in the balance. Does he fight for freedom or fall for forever?
The Wall is a heart-pounding dystopian adventure, perfect for fans of Divergent and The Hunger Games. Dark secrets, impossible choices, and a love worth the war—this is the revolution no one saw coming.
Ironhold: Trial One by Morgan Rice
Lyra Thornwind never wanted to be a warrior. But when she’s ripped from her quiet seaside home and thrown into the brutal arenas of Ironhold, survival becomes her only choice.
Marked by an uncanny ability to commune with beasts, Lyra captures the attention of both nobility and fellow gladiators—some who would fight beside her, and others who would see her fall. As whispers of rebellion stir and rivalries sharpen like blades, she must navigate the treacherous world of combat, power, and a dangerous attraction that threatens to upend everything.
In a kingdom where magic is both revered and feared, Lyra’s gift may be the key to her freedom—or the reason she never escapes.
Ironhold is an electrifying fusion of romance, magic, and high-stakes adventure, perfect for fans of Rebecca Yarros and Suzanne Collins. Enter a world where destiny is forged in battle, alliances are as dangerous as enemies, and survival comes at a cost no one is ready to pay.
Tier 1 by Cindy Gunderson
They told her it was a choice. It was never a choice at all.
A virus nearly wiped out humanity, and survival came at a cost. The world was divided into tiers, with those most genetically viable rising to the top. My family was lucky—we made it into Tier 1. That meant protection, security, a future. And a government-approved partner I was genetically matched to.
Then Eric made a discovery that changed everything.
He was supposed to be dedicated to me. To us. But when he starts pulling away, I know he’s hiding something. And when I dig deeper, the truth is worse than I ever imagined.
Now, the same system that kept us safe is hunting me down. My family has vanished, my memories are a liability, and the people in power will do anything to ensure I forget the life I once had.
But I remember. And I won’t go down without a fight.
Heir to the Darkmage by Lisa Cassidy
Ambition drives her and danger thrills her, but magic always demands its due.
Twenty years have passed since the Darkmage was defeated and the war among mages ended. Yet for Lira Astor, the lone heir and apprentice mage, escaping his legacy is impossible. The scars of that dark age still shape the world, and the ruling Mage Council fears the birth of another force with deadly ambition.
When Lira finds herself trapped in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse, her inherited power seems powerless against a rebel faction armed with weapons beyond the Council’s understanding. To survive, she must unite with unlikely allies who challenge every notion she has about magic and loyalty.
Now the war is stirring once more, and Lira must choose where she stands. Will she join those who fear her, or embrace the dark legacy inside her?
Heir to the Darkmage is the first book in a young adult epic fantasy series that explores the trials of a reluctant heir, the unpredictable nature of magic, and a romance that simmers with gradual intensity.
Broken Skies by Theresa Kay
Jax will do anything to save her twin, even if that means teaming up with a teenage alien left behind by the same ship that took her brother. When she agrees to help him return home, he promises to sneak her into the alien city to find her sibling. But nothing is ever that simple.
As their journey unfolds, Jax finds herself drawn to this alien boy with bright green hair and shimmering scales. He is captivated by her fierce spirit and haunted eyes. Their connection grows, and with it come unexpected consequences.
Both humans and aliens hide dangerous secrets, and the forbidden bond between these two teens may expose them all. What began as an uneasy alliance and a rescue mission could spark an inter-species conflict that shakes both worlds to their core.
Steamborn by Eric Asher
The completed series starts here. All nine books of the Steamborn Series are now available.
Jacob has always loved fixing gadgets and chasing adventure. But when trade routes to his remote Lowlands town are cut off, he finds himself forced to take on petty theft just to pay for his father’s medicine.
Soon, it becomes clear why few merchants dare travel the nearby roads. A swarm of terrifying creatures is descending upon the town. With the Lowlands under siege, Jacob and his friend have no choice but to run for their lives. In their desperate escape, they uncover a terrible secret—one that some will stop at nothing to keep hidden.
Heir of Ra by M. Sasinowski
In an excavation beneath the Sphinx’s ancient facade, the fabled Hall of Records is unearthed and an ancient virus is unleashed, leaving Alyssa’s father fighting for his life.
Determined to find a cure, Alyssa stumbles upon a mysterious artifact and is drawn into the mind of an Egyptian god.
Ancient history converges with the present as Alyssa relives memories of a lost race and unravels secrets hidden within the relic. Ruthless foes pursue the power of these ancient genes, and one staggering discovery shatters everything she thought she knew.
The world is not as it seems.
Will you question your origin?
Anchored by Bridget E. Baker
Alora’s life on Earth has never been easy. Since her parents died, she and her brother have spent years hiding from a relentless social worker. As her eighteenth birthday approaches, she clings to secret dreams of Terra, a magical realm where she wields telekinetic powers.
But the dreams are more than illusions. When she fractures her arm on Terra, the same injury appears on Earth. On Terra, only men are expected to command magic, so Alora hides her true abilities. Yet when her best friend faces danger, she uses her power to save him, inadvertently killing his attacker. The next day, the man she struck in her dream collapses at her workplace and dies.
Now hunted in both realms, Alora must unravel the mysterious connection between Earth and Terra. With the fate of two worlds resting on her shoulders, she faces a destiny she never wished for. How far will she go to protect a world that might not even deserve her salvation?
The Keystone by Seren Goode
Grace’s life is anything but ordinary. They hunted her mother and abducted her father, leaving her with a secret alien heritage that could cost her everything. With naturally green hair, a life in a van, and a history of changing schools every few months, she has always tried to blend in. But when people around her start dying and federal agents begin asking about national secrets, Grace realizes that hiding is no longer an option.
Determined to uncover the truth, she teams up with a group of brave friends and embarks on a daring adventure. Each step draws her closer to revealing an old family secret that has already taken so much. Now, Grace must decide if she is willing to risk the bonds she has formed to expose a mystery that may shatter everything she loves.
