August YA Book Releases 2023

Get ready for back to school with these fabulous new books!

All You Have To Do by Autumn Allen

I am so excited for this book. It’s told in two overlapping narratives. The first is set on an Ivy League campus in the wake of MLK Jr.’s assassination. The other takes place in 1995 amidst the Million Man March at a New England prep school. This is an examination of Black excellence and what it takes to succeed across time that I can I see students bringing into today. This debut novel received a starred Kirkus Review.

The Narrow by Kate Alice Marshall

Only one person has fallen into the underground river (the Narrow) beneath a girls’ boarding school and lived. And now that girl and her roommate’s secrets become intertwined as they explore the Narrow and the ghosts that haunt it. This novel received a starred Kirkus Review.

The Infinity Particle by Wendy Xu

A graphic novel that tells the story of a girl who falls in love with an AI humanoid. Great intersection of science fiction and contemporary issues. I would also recommend Stronger, Faster, and More Beautiful.

The Reunion by Kit Frick

Perfect for White Lotus fans, this book tells the story of a family reunion at a posh Caribbean resort. One person checks in and never checks out. After this book, you could recommend some classic closed-room mysteries from Agatha Christie or some more contemporary fare from Lucy Foley.

The Last Girls Standing by Jennifer Dugan

A summer camp slasher where the surviving counselors are trying to figure out what happened. Queer psychological thriller at its finest. I would pair it with The Honeys, The Final Girl Support Group, and My Heart is a Chainsaw.

2023 Recommendations

Check out all by 2023 recommendations here.

This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, I receive a commission.