20 Aesthetically Pleasing YA Book Covers to Add to Your Shelves

Mindy McGinnis offers an intense exploration of addiction through the gripping narrative of Mickey Catalan, a dedicated softball player who finds relief and companionship in opioids after a debilitating car crash. The novel meticulously details her spiral amidst a new group of friends and the mounting pressure to uphold her identity.

Average Rating: 4.4

A heart-wrenching narrative of loss and love, 'All This Time,' follows Kyle as he grapples with the devastating aftermath of a tragic accident that claims his girlfriend's life. His journey towards healing, empowered by new love and companionship with Marley, is beautifully entwined with a sense of lurking foreboding.

Average Rating: 4

Angeline Boulley dives into a contemporary thriller where Daunis Fontaine must navigate through cultural expectations, personal loss, and a dangerous undercover mission in her quest to uncover drug corruption threatening her community.

Average Rating: 4.2

Narrated through Fig's perspective, this emotional narrative entails her struggles during hurricane season, dealing with her father's erratic behavior and the encroachment of social services while discovering the essence of friendship and family.

Average Rating: 4.2

A heartfelt journey of teenage Tiger Tolliver learning to cope with sudden loss and finding herself through an emotional quest for family and identity, beautifully captured in Kathleen Glasgow's evocative prose.

Average Rating: 4.3

Mary H.K. Choi deftly examines the strained relationship between two sisters, Jayne and June Baek, as they're drawn together by cancer and underlying familial ties, confronting personal struggles and rediscovering their bond.

Average Rating: 4.1

Mastering captivating fantasy, Leigh Bardugo returns with 'Rule of Wolves,' where Nikolai Lantsov navigates the dark undercurrents of royalty amidst threats of war, political intrigue, and self-discovery.

Average Rating: 4.5

Akemi Dawn Bowman encapsulates haunting grief, sisterhood, and musical passion in 'Summer Bird Blue' as Rumi Seto seeks solace and identity amidst the lush landscapes and tender, supportive friendships of Hawaii.

Average Rating: 3.8

Kim Liggett's novel invites readers into a dystopian society that explores complex themes of girlhood power and resistance against oppressive systems in this gripping speculative thriller.

Average Rating: 4

Namina Forna introduces a tantalizing fantasy adventure through Deka's discovery of her alaki powers. Readers witness her struggles and triumphs within the tightly woven, stirring adventure of self-discovery and empowerment.

Average Rating: 3.8

Scrutinizing family expectations and personal fears, Nancy Richardson Fischer's adventurous narrative follows Danny's soulful quest through a stunning Amazon setting that challenges her to find her courage and greater identity.

Average Rating: 3.9

Kacen Callender creates a vibrant portrait of a transgender teenager's life struggles and triumphs in 'Felix Ever After,' as Felix Love navigates hostile messages while embracing self-love and new-found romance.

Average Rating: 4.2

Kit Frick's novel engages readers in a suspenseful twist-filled tale as Anna Cicconi enters a mysterious web surrounding Zoe Spanos's death, reflecting on elements of identity, guilt, and truth through dual perspectives.

Average Rating: 3.7

Leah Thomas delivers an inspiring narrative through the unusual friendship of two isolated boys, Ollie and Moritz, who bridge their worlds through letters, crafting a poignant tale of connection beyond physical barriers.

Average Rating: 3.9

Step into Stephanie Garber's enchanting and perilous world of 'Caraval,' an otherworldly gaming arena that transforms Scarlett's life in unexpected and magical ways as she searches for her missing sister amidst the immersive game.

Average Rating: 3.8

Set in a quarantined boarding school, Rory Power's 'Wilder Girls' tells a story of pandemic-induced isolation, shifting realities, and desperate escape, portraying the fierce bonds of friendship amidst chaos.

Average Rating: 3.6

Rachael Lippincott explores themes of grief and self-discovery in her delightful narrative of exploring Emily's late mother's bucket list, leading to unexpected love and newfound closeness amidst young adult turmoil.

Average Rating: 4

Brittney Morris crafts a poignant narrative featuring Alex, a teen cursed with insight into the future, who battles with life-altering visions as he races against time to save his brother's life.

Average Rating: 4.2

Romina Garber's 'Lobizona' paints an alluring tale within Argentine folklore as Manu unravels mysteries about her forbidden nature and familial ties, embarking on a journey of magic and forbidden discovery.

Average Rating: 4.1

ID Robledo's intricate tapestry weaves Ximena's tale of revenge and political intrigue, drawing inspiration from Bolivian history to craft a magical revolution in this lush and unexpected journey.

Average Rating: 3.7