Middle Grade Readers
Middle grade is an age-based category for tween readers (9-12 year olds) or those transitioning between middle school and high school. Explore multiple genres of books written to reflect your world-view.
Waves of YA
Looking for something different? Listen to episodes of our podcast, Waves of YA, where OCL Teen Services Librarians talk themes and books, or just check out the books we’re talking about in each episode.
Non-Fiction
Real people. Real events. From biography to self-help to history.
Asian Pacific American Heritage
Celebrate the diverse experiences of Asian-American and Pacific Islander authors and characters.
Diversability
YA novels featuring characters with diverse abilities.
Streaming Media
Looking for something new? Explore streaming movies, tv, and music available through Hoopla, Kanopy, and Freegal.
Garden State Teen Book Awards
The Best of the Best as voted by NJ teens. Vote for your favorites online annually between June 1st and December 31st.
Hispanic Heritage
Celebrating Hispanic and Latinx authors and characters.
Women's History Month
Smart, strong, and multi-dimensional women. Forget the damsel in distress, these ladies take charge of their lives and stand up for what they believe in.
Award Winners
Standout Young Adult books that have won a national award for Young Adult literature, like the Printz, Alex, Edwards, Morris, Odyssey, or Excellence in Nonfiction.
