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Books With Secret Societies That Will Captivate You
As fall weather approaches, some of us want to cuddle up with a cozy blanket and scented candles, reading a warm and fuzzy book while sipping on a hot latte. Others want to dive into the dark corners of a cobble-stoned academy, uncovering danger and magic by infiltrating secret meetings held by candlelight at midnight. […] -
Simon Teen’s August and September Goodreads and Storygraph Giveaways
Giveaway alert!!! Check out all of the August and September Simon Teen giveaways running on Goodreads and Storygraph for a chance to win free books! -
17 Important Books That Address Mental Health Topics
As society grows in its understanding of mental illnesses, their effects, and their treatments, we’re seeing more and more YA narratives that address these topics. There are many compelling, well-written narratives that focus on mental illness or otherwise feature teen characters struggling with and coming to terms with them. If you’re interested in reading more […] -
Every Book That You Can Read FOR FREE on SimonTeen.com in August 2025
Did someone say new Free Reads? Yes, that’s right, we did! And we are so excited for August’s Free Reads. This month, we’re cooling off by highlighting our most bone-chilling summer scares! Plus, check out all of this month’s new releases with extended excerpts! – Free Reads are only available to Simon Teen members! Not […] -
Must-Read Books Coming Out in August 2025
Summer is coming to a close, but there are still SO many new reads to look forward to! Check out all of the amazing new books that are headed your way this August, including an adorable fantasy graphic novel, a memoir about healing and finding your voice, and more! -
Books to Read While You Wait for More Episodes of the Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3
If you’re eagerly waiting on the next episode of Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty and – like me – have already rewatched the existing episodes too many times to count, but still need your fill of swoony, stuck-between-two-loves, summer romances, here are a few book recommendations to tide you over until the […] -
YA Thrillers You Won’t Be Able to Put Down
Do you like dark, suspenseful, pulse-pounding books that make your hair raise and set your nerves on edge? Have you binged Stranger Things, Black Mirror, and You, and are left craving more? Well, my friends, do we have a list for you! The minds of Simon Teen have brainstormed and we’ve rounded up some of […] -
Vote in the Jenny Han Character Clash!
Vote each week this summer as we find out the ultimate fan-favorite character from the Jenny Han universe in the To All the Summers I’ve Loved Before Character Clash! The To All the Summers I’ve Loved Before Character Clash Schedule: Round 1: Voting open 7/22 – 7/29 Round 2: Voting open 7/30 – 8/5 Round […] -
Simon Teen’s July and EArly August Goodreads and Storygraph Giveaways
Giveaway alert!!! Check out all of the July and August Simon Teen giveaways running on Goodreads and Storygraph for a chance to win free books! -
What the Summer I Turned Pretty Characters Are Reading This Summer
There’s nothing better than a beach read, so what are the characters of The Summer I Turned Pretty reading at Cousins Beach this year? We have answers! Find out what your faves are reading below, and be sure to add their picks to your TBR!