This month’s roundup of Adult Books for Teens includes horror, sci-fi, fantasy, nonfiction, and two gorgeous books of photography.
NIGHT OF THE MANNEQUINS by Stephen Graham Jones
9781250752079
9/1/20
“Teen fans of horror will enjoy this compelling story about the lengths we go for our friends.” Booklist, YA Interest
A USER’S GUIDE TO DEMOCRACY: How America Works by Nick Capodice & Hannah McCarthy
9781250751843
9/8/20
“A good supplement to civics curriculum, or for teens looking to be more politically engaged.” Booklist, YA Interest
HUMANS by Brandon Stanton
9781250114297
10/6/20
“Teens are drawn to Stanton’s work, and they’ll want to pore over this.”
Booklist, YA Interest
SURROUNDED BY PSYCHOPATHS: How to Protect Yourself from Being Manipulated and Exploited in Business (and in Life) by Thomas Erikson
9781250763884
10/6/20
“Teens can learn from Erickson’s advice to avoid psychopaths or manipulators.” Booklist, YA Interest
BUT WHAT I REALLY WANT TO DO IS DIRECT: Lessons from a Life Behind the Camera by Ken Kwapis
9781250260123
10/6/20
“Teens interested in the behind-the-scenes mechanics of movies and TV will find this accessible and informative.” Booklist, YA Interest
OVER THE WOODWARD WALL by A. Deborah Baker
9780765399274
10/6/20
“Teens will relish the adventure, remarkable creatures, and clever wordplay in Avery and Zib’s story.” Booklist, YA Interest
ZOEY PUNCHES THE FUTURE IN THE DICK by David Wong
9781250195791
10/13/20
“FUTURISTIC VIOLENCE IN FANCY SUITS won an Alex Award, so teen fans may come looking for its sequel.” Booklist, YA Interest
GLORY: Magical Visions of Black Beauty by Kahran and Regis Bethencourt
9781250204561
10/20/20
“Teens will love these creative, positive portraits.” Booklist, YA Interest