Step into a world of gripping, thought-provoking young adult (YA) fiction, where bold characters fight for joy, justice and connection in their teenage years. Curated by the team behind Authors Live and Book Week Scotland, this subscription is your gateway to some of the most exciting YA writing around today.
Perfect for fans of Heartstopper, We Were Liars, Dead Boy Detectives, and The Hate U Give, each instalment of our YA book subscription delivers an unforgettable story. Follow these teens through world wars, skateboarding, first love, the friendships that change us forever, and more. Expect diverse casts of characters, LGBTQ+ narratives and powerful themes that reflect the challenges and triumphs of growing up.
Please note that we recommend this book subscription for readers aged 14 and over, as the books selected may contain themes and content unsuitable for younger readers.
What's in the book subscription?
Subscribe now, and each month for the length of your subscription, you will receive a book box containing:
One beautifully wrapped mystery book chosen by our team
What to read next: recommendations from our expert team
A reflective reading postcard to support you to access the wellbeing benefits of reading for pleasure
More about the curator
Sneak Peek (spoilers ahead!)
If you'd like to know a little about the books you will receive in your subscription please click the drop downs below.
If you think you've read a book, but you still want to subscribe, please get in touch with us at sales@scottishbooktrust.com
3 month subscription hints
Set in Coatbridge. A boy is desperate to get away from the world of brutal gang violence, sectarian vendettas and personal tragedy. When he discovers slam poetry, he sees a glimmer of hope. But it won't be easy.
Two boys can't remember the last time they had a hug. A romantic, life-affirming story of friendship, identity and community.
Set in Delhi. A young woman with a comfortable life in a gated community sees events that she can't unsee. She leaves her comfortable life behind to join a group seeking revenge - but at what cost?
6 month subscription hints
A graphic novel about self-discovery and skateboarding, and what happens when your worlds collide.
A historical romance set in the trenches of World War 1. Sparks fly when a new recruit meets a boy who's already a veteran at 19 years old. Can they survive the onslaught from the enemy, and the prejudices and ignorance of their own superiors?
A bittersweet romance set in Northern Ireland in 2018, when abortion was still illegal. A non-judgemental and deeply compassionate look at a young woman's right to choose her own future.
Set in Indiana, laugh out loud and full of heart. A bright, studious pupil joins the prom queen race when her college financial aid falls through - and discovers more than she expects outside of her comfort zone.
Three teen witches and a ghost in a cat costume are intent on solving the mystery of a magical serial killer - but keeping the friend group together might be a bigger challenge. A magical look at friendships, group projects, fibromyalgia, falling in love - and murder.
A page-turning fantasy retelling of a classic. Join a heroine you'lll root for as she escapes from prison and pursues her revenge against those who betrayed her.
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When will I get my first book?
We send out book boxes once a month, during the first week of the month. To ensure your order is included in the next dispatch, please order before the final day of the month.
