Biographies for young adults

Books shelved as young-adult-biography: Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice by Phillip Hoose, Hey, Kiddo: How I Lost My Mother, Found My Father, and D. We love handing over an excellent biography or memoir to the young adult readers we know. There's no better way to help them connect with history and take a walk in someone else's shoes. Here are some of our favorite recent memoirs and biographies for teens. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
This list of highly recommended contemporary biographies, autobiographies, and memoirs written for young adults includes life lessons about making choices, overcoming monumental challenges, and having the courage to be a voice for positive change.