By Yaa Gyasi
Hardcover edition
Publisher Penguin Imprint Knopf ISBN9781101947135
Awards and Honors Kirkus Reviews Best Fiction of 2016, Fiction & LiteraturePublishers Weekly Best Books of 2016, Fiction
The New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2016, Fiction & Poetry
Goodreads Choice Awards 2016, Historical Fiction
National Public Radio’s Guide to 2016 Great Reads
Library Journal Best Books of 2016, Historical Fiction
The Center for Fiction 2016 Short List for Fiction First Novel Prize
2017 PEN America/Robert W. Bingham Prize for Debut Fiction Finalist
ALA 2017 Notable Books, Fiction
Los Angeles Public Library, Best of 2016: Fiction
National Book Critics Circle 2016 John Leonard Prize Winner Indies Choice Book Awards 2017 Book of the Year Finalist, Adult Debut
2017 Pen America Literary Awards Longlist
BuzzFeed 24 Best Fiction Books of 2016
Brightly, Best Books of 2016, Grown-up Reads
Shelf Awarness 2016 Best Books of the Year, Adult Fiction
Homegoing: A Novel
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Adult Fiction for Teens Plus (Grades 11 & Up)
Adult Fiction for Teens Plus
Adult Fiction for Teens Plus (Grades 11 & Up)
For Grades 11 & Up
This collection features 14 adult fiction titles per year selected for strong appeal to older teens. Selections emphasize accessible storytelling and compelling narratives, centered on relatable characters facing challenges and themes that resonate with readers ready to move beyond traditional YA fiction. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.
Interests
Fiction, Realistic Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Romance
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Sister Mother Warrior: A NovelAdult Fiction for Teens Plus
July 2022
POTENTIALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Discrimination: Racial Insensitivity/Racism,Language: Mild Language,Sexual Content: Mild Sexual Content/Themes,Social Issue: Slavery in Historical Context,Violence: General
22.09
