The open road, the wind in your hair, and the excitement of exploring new places are all aspects that make road trips so captivating. Taking a break from the routine and hitting the road can be a life-changing experience, and what better way to explore the world than with some fantastic young adult books about road-tripping!
If you’re looking to get inspired and unleash your wanderlust, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the best YA books about road trips that you won’t want to miss:
1. “American Road Trip” by Patrick Flores-Scott – A gripping and powerful story of a family road trip across the US to reunite amidst much turmoil.
2. “Paper Towns” by John Green – One of the most popular YA novels that follow the journey of a boy looking for his runaway crush, alternating between moments of humor, mystery, and seriousness.
3. “An Abundance of Katherines” by John Green – A humorous and insightful novel that follows the journey of a teenage prodigy on a road trip to find himself after being dumbed.
4. “Amy & Roger’s Epic Detour” by Morgan Matson – A beautifully written novel that takes readers on an adventure across America, with some romantic build-up that is sure to tug at the heartstrings.
5. “Let’s Get Lost” by Adi Alsaid – A breezy, soul-searching novel that follows the winding journey of a girl traveling cross-country to see the Northern Lights.
6. “Mosquitoland” by David Arnold – A transformative novel that follows a young girl on a journey to reunite with her mother and confront her past.
7. “Fangirl” by Rainbow Rowell – A charming and funny novel that showcases family, sisterhood, and first love, and two twins road trip to College.
8. “The Disenchantments” by Nina LaCour – A novel that follows a group of friends on the road after a failed band tour, and explore deeper selves of each other.
9. “The Downstairs Girl” by Stacey Lee – A novel set in nineteenth-century Atlanta and following a girl’s journey as she goes on a road trip to find her past, reject stereotypes and change her life.
10. “The Names They Gave Us” by Emery Lord – A captivating and tender novel about a summer camp counselor who embarks on a road trip, struggling with her faith, family, and life.
These ten YA books about road trips offer a wide range of adventures and emotions that will inspire you to hit the road and make your journey unforgettable. Whether it’s for personal growth, self-discovery, love, family, friend or just plain fun, these books highlight how road trips can transform our perception of life and reshape our perspectives. So, grab your keys, pack your bags and get ready to hit the road with a good book, an open mind, and a spirit of adventure!
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