Brigid Alverson

Music and performance take center stage in these 8 manga titles for teens.

The popularity of manga continued to increase in 2022, which enabled manga publishers to launch an array of new series, some in familiar genres and others that go in unexpected directions.

While publishers turn out an ever-growing array of young adult graphic novels, plenty of adult titles have strong teen appeal, too. These works across a range of genres offer mature takes on topics with potential teen interest.

The supernatural creatures of Japanese lore flourish in these manga titles.

Graphic novels deliver on the thrills and chills, and middle grade readers have plenty to choose from. Brigid Alverson examines the format and recommends 13 titles that deftly blend scary and fun.

Manga creators have drawn on Japan's rich and varied history to create some of the greatest works in the medium. This short guide to the historical periods teens are most likely to encounter in manga is accompanied by a list of 9 titles that draw on ages past.

Valdez knew from the start that Harmony Becker’s Himawari House, which earned an SLJ starred review, was something special.

Romance, humor, and unrequited love are all at play in these recent works.

Recent and upcoming titles for elementary through YA readers encompassing a range of genres and styles.