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Young Adult About Discovering a Talent
Explore young adult books about discovering a talent for children.
382 books
LEGO Heroes: LEGO Builders Changing Our World—One Brick at a Time
Graham E. Hancock
For the child who loves to build and wants to change the world. Discover how real people use LEGO bricks to solve global
Ages 8–14
The Demonata #2
Demon Thief
Darren Shan
Kernel Fleck can see swirling patches of light, but his strange gift becomes a terrifying weapon when a window opens int
Ages 12–17
Elemental #1
Elemental
Antony John
For the teenager who feels like the only one without a 'special talent,' this adventure explores finding your own streng
Ages 12–17
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This Train Is Being Held
Ismée Williams
For the teen balancing high expectations and cultural identity while navigating a first love that bridges two different
Ages 13–18
Cool. Awkward. Black.
Karen Strong
For the teen who feels like an outsider, this anthology celebrates Black geeks, nerds, and quirky kids who find power in
Ages 12–18
Because I Am Furniture
Thalia Chaltas
For the teenager grappling with the trauma of domestic abuse and the struggle to be seen, this verse novel explores find
Ages 14–18
The Naturals #2
Killer Instinct
Jennifer Lynn Barnes
For the teen who feels defined by their family's past or struggles to trust their own unique instincts while working in
Ages 12–18
I Wanna Be Where You Are
Kristina Forest
For the teen following her heart against her mother's wishes, this road trip romance celebrates the courage it takes to
Ages 12–18
Waterfire Saga #2
Rogue Wave
Jennifer Donnelly
Ancient talismans and sea dragon nests await as Serafina and her friends race to identify a mysterious foe beneath the w
Ages 10–14
Jack Henry #4
Jack's Black Book
Jack Gantos
For the adolescent finding their voice through writing while navigating a chaotic home life and the hilariously cringey
Ages 10–14
The Bone Spindle #4
The Siren's Kiss
Leslie Vedder
For the teen exploring the complexities of identity while seeking a place where they truly belong, even when caught betw
Ages 12–18
Skyward #1
Skyward
Brandon Sanderson
Spensa dreams of being a pilot in a world under siege, but her father's reputation as a coward stands in her way until a
Ages 12–18
Passenger #1
Passenger
Alexandra Bracken
Violin prodigy Etta Spencer is swept from her world into a race across centuries and continents to find a stolen object
Ages 13–18
Rules for Camouflage
Kirstin Cronn-Mills
For the teen who feels like they are constantly performing to fit in, this verse novel celebrates the courage it takes t
Ages 12–18
Mighty Mountain and the Three Strong Women
Irene Hedlund
Mighty Mountain thinks he is the toughest sumo wrestler around, until three generations of remarkably strong women decid
Ages 4–8
Nantucket #3
Hello, Sunshine
Leila Howland
After college rejections stall her plans, Becca heads to L.A. to chase stardom through viral videos and unexpected encou
Ages 13–18
Costumes for Time Travelers
A. R. Capetta
For the teen who uses fashion to find themselves, this guide blends history with DIY craft to help creators express thei
Ages 12–18
A Blind Spot for Boys
Justina Chen
While dealing with her father's vision loss, sixteen-year-old Shana travels to Machu Picchu where she meets a boy hiding
Ages 12–18
Hunter #1
Hunter
Mercedes Lackey
In a world where barriers to a monstrous Otherworld have been torn open, the lucky live behind high walls while everyone
Ages 12–18
Emry Merlin #2
The Future King
Robyn Schneider
For the teen seeking their place in a world of expectations, this magical retelling explores identity and the courage to
Ages 14–18
Wrapped
Jennifer Bradbury
Agnes Wilkins enters the glittering world of 1815 London society only to find herself entangled with a wealthy collector
Ages 12–18
Frostblood Saga #1
Frostblood
Elly Blake
For the teen navigating a world where they feel they must hide their true self, this story explores finding the courage
Ages 14–18
Stars and Smoke #1
Stars and Smoke
Marie Lu
For the teenager navigating the pressure of public expectations while searching for a genuine connection and their own t
Ages 14–18
The Shakespeare Stealer #1
The Shakespeare Stealer
Gary Blackwood
An orphan with a talent for shorthand must infiltrate the Globe Theatre and steal the script of Hamlet before his danger
Ages 10–14
More Formats for Discovering a Talent
Chapter Books
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Graphic Novels
(428)
Picture Books
(301)
Middle Grade
(208)
Early Readers
(174)
Poetry
(106)
Discovering a Talent by Age Group
Books for Discovering a Talent for Ages 0–3
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Books for Discovering a Talent for Ages 4–7
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