{"id":10816,"date":"2022-02-14T14:27:56","date_gmt":"2022-02-14T14:27:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/?p=10816"},"modified":"2023-03-09T17:52:56","modified_gmt":"2023-03-09T17:52:56","slug":"12-books-for-teens-who-dont-like-reading","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/parents\/12-books-for-teens-who-dont-like-reading\/","title":{"rendered":"12 books for teens who don\u2019t like reading"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Not every nail-biting story is on Netflix. Here, we\u2019ve put together our top 12 YA books\u2014 from page-turning mysteries and thrillers, to heartbreaking mangas and laugh-out-loud romcoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Let\u2019s dive straight in\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"326\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/jakelivingston-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13160 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 326px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 326\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"326\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/jakelivingston-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13160\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong><em>The Taking of Jake Livingston <\/em>by Ayana Gray<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sixteen year old Jake Livingston sees dead people. It\u2019s an adjustment for him at first (as you\u2019d expect). Most of the ghosts mean no harm\u2013 except for Sawyer Doon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sawyer was in the nasty habit of murdering teens when he was alive\u2013 and now that he\u2019s dead, he\u2019s got plans for Jake. This is a chilling blend of horror and mystery. If you\u2019re not a big reader, this page-turner might be a good place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"325\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/hiddengifts-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13159 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 325px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 325\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"325\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/hiddengifts-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13159\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong><em>All Our Hidden Gifts<\/em> by Caroline O\u2019Donoghue<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maeve Chambers is in detention again. There, she finds an old deck of Tarot cards in the class storeroom. But this is no ordinary deck. Maeve soon finds that her Tarot readings have serious consequences\u2013 like making her friends disappear.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>All Our Hidden Gifts<\/em> is a brilliant read if you\u2019re a fan of mysteries with a touch of the supernatural.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"393\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781788953160.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10821 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 393px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 393\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"393\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781788953160.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10821\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong><em>When Shadows Fall <\/em>by Sita Bramachari<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Orla, Kai and Zak have been friends forever. But when Kai\u2019s family faces a huge loss, Kai begins to spiral. He gets drawn into a rough crowd, and pulls away from school and friends. Still, Orla and Zak try everything they can to help him find his way back\u2013 before it\u2019s too late.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>When Shadows Fall<\/em> is a gripping and tender read\u2013 make sure you\u2019ve got a box of tissues handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781529120028.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10822 lazyload\" width=\"331\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 328px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 328\/500;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781529120028.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10822\" width=\"331\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4.<\/strong> <strong><em>Hawk<\/em> by James Patterson<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Think you\u2019re having a bad day? Hawk doesn\u2019t know her real name, or where she\u2019s from, or even who her family is. All she remembers is being told to wait on the street corner for her parents to return\u2013 but they never did. Just as she\u2019s about to give up hope\u2013 someone from her past is coming for her.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like dystopian fiction, and fast-paced stories, then you\u2019ll appreciate this action-packed read. Note- <em>Hawk<\/em> is part of a series, so if you like the sound of it, start with <em>Maximum Ride<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781471405310.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10823 lazyload\" width=\"331\" height=\"500\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 331px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 331\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781471405310.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10823\" width=\"331\" height=\"500\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong><em>Mind Your Head<\/em> by Juno Dawson<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your mental health can impact everything\u2013from your relationships to how you do in school. In this honest and funny (in places) book, Juno Dawson writes about teen anxiety, depression and addiction. Here, you\u2019ll find good advice on how to look after your mental wellbeing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The real-life stories plus witty illustrations really bring this book to life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781474967532-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10824 lazyload\" width=\"330\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 328px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 328\/500;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781474967532-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10824\" width=\"330\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong><em>Ace of Spades <\/em>by Faridah \u00c0b\u00edk\u00e9-\u00cdy\u00edm\u00edd\u00e9<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At a ritzy private school, an anonymous texter is stirring trouble. First, Devon\u2019s private photos go public. Then the head girl\u2019s secrets are aired out. Who is out to get them?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fans of Gossip Girl and Pretty Little Liar will get stuck into this book. Plus, <em>Ace of Spades<\/em> has got depth, tackling important issues like racism.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"352\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781913101466-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10825 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 352px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 352\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"352\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781913101466-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10825\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong><em>Tsunami Girl<\/em> by Julian Sedwick<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t get enough of manga, <em>Tsunami Girl<\/em> might be right up your street. 15-year-old Yuki Hara Jones is caught up in the 2011 earthquake and Tsunami in Japan. In the aftermath, Yuki tries to work out who she is and where she fits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a coming-of-age story\u2013the kinds that touch your heart. Get comfy, light a few candles and get lost in the beautiful story and illustrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"387\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781408886939.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10826 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 387px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 387\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"387\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781408886939.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10826\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <strong><em>Medusa<\/em> by Jessie Burton<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Greek monster Medusa is cast out to an island where she\u2019s only got the snakes in her hair for company. That is until a handsome boy\u2013 Perseus\u2013 joins her. Does he really love her, or has he got plans of his own?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like Greek myths, this is a fresh take on Medusa and Perseus. Plus, the book has beautiful illustrations by an award-winning artist that you can stare at for hours.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"331\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781471410116-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10827 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 331px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 331\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"331\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781471410116-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10827\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <strong><em>Excuse Me While I Ugly<\/em> Cry by Joya Goffney<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re keen on a rom-com, look no further. Quinn likes to keep lists about all sorts of things\u2013 boys she\u2019d like to kiss, things she\u2019d never admit to out loud. She writes down all her fears and desires to avoid facing them. But one day, her private journal goes missing (bad luck).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When an anonymous IG account posts one of her lists online, Quinn teams up with Carter Bennett to find out who\u2019s behind the blackmailing. They\u2019re an odd pair\u2013Quinn and Carter, but together, they help each other grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The book is a fun page-turner about facing your fears\u2013 and falling in love.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781398514409-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10828 lazyload\" width=\"331\" height=\"500\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 331px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 331\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781398514409-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10828\" width=\"331\" height=\"500\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong><em>They Both Die at the End<\/em> by Adam Silvera<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How would you spend your last day? Death-Cast breaks the news to Mateo and Rufus: they\u2019ll be dead by tomorrow. With 24 hours to live, the two young strangers go on one last big adventure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s one of those heart-warming books that\u2019ll make you think about the big questions in life.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"345\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781529097054-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10829 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 345px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 345\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"345\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781529097054-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10829\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <strong><em>You Can Do It\u2013 How to Find Your Team and Make a Difference<\/em> by Marcus Rashford<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2018One person isn\u2019t going to change the world, but your voice can make a huge difference.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to motivate yourself, this might be a good fit. Marcus Rashford\u2019s new book is chock full of inspiring tips. Packed with real life stories from the football icon, Rashford gives brilliant advice on how to leave your mark on the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"327\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781444948608-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10830 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 327px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 327\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"327\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/9781444948608-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10830\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <strong><em>The Black Flamingo<\/em> by Dean Atta (author), Anshika Khullar (illustrator)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2018This is not about being ready, it\u2019s not even about being fierce [&#8230;] it\u2019s about being free.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children\u2019s Book Prize, <em>Black Flamingo<\/em> is one of those books that stays with you long after you&#8217;ve finished reading. It\u2019s about being brave and finding your confidence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Part Jamaican, part Greek Cypriot, Michael has faced a lot of challenges in his life. His father hasn\u2019t been around, and he\u2019s had to deal with complicated feelings about his sexuality. But Michael soon finds his confidence and voice in drag performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a really heart-warming book that\u2019ll have you rooting for Michael.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026 And there you have it! Happy reading.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Not every nail-biting story is on Netflix. Here, we\u2019ve put together our top 12 YA books\u2014 from page-turning mysteries and thrillers, to heartbreaking mangas and laugh-out-loud romcoms. &nbsp;Let\u2019s dive straight in\u2026 1. 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