GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Popular Young Adult Books

The most popular young adult books are typically part of a series, involve elements of fantasy or dystopia, and feature strong female protagonists.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore a collection of compelling statistics highlighting the immense popularity and impact of various young adult books. From record-breaking sales figures to extensive time spent on prestigious bestseller lists, these statistics shed light on the widespread admiration and influence of these well-loved literary works. Whether you’re a book enthusiast or simply fascinated by the world of literature, these statistics offer a fascinating glimpse into the realm of young adult fiction.

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""The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins has been translated into 53 languages and spent over six consecutive years on The New York Times Best Seller list."

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""The Fault in our Stars" by John Green sold 45,000 copies in the first week after its release."

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""Divergent" by Veronica Roth has been on The New York Times Best Seller list for more than 310 weeks."

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"As of 2018, the "Percy Jackson" series by Rick Riordan has sold over 69M copies worldwide."

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""Harry Potter" by J.K. Rowling has sold more than 500 million copies worldwide, making it the best-selling book series in history."

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""To All the Boys I've Loved Before" by Jenny Han was one of the top 10 most popular YA books at libraries in 2019."

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"The "Twilight" series by Stephanie Meyer has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide."

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""The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak has spent 375 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list."

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""A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle has sold over 14 million copies since its publication."

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""The Outsiders" by S. E. Hinton has sold over 15 million copies worldwide."

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""Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell was one of the top 10 most challenged books in U.S. libraries in 2016."

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""The Mortal Instruments" series by Cassandra Clare has been translated into over 34 languages."

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""Legend" by Marie Lu was on The New York Times Best Seller list for over 50 weeks."

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""Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs made The New York Times Best Seller list in 2011 and remained there for 70 weeks."

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""The Selection" series by Kiera Cass has sold over 3.5 million copies."

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""Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bardugo spent over 10 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list after its release."

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""Before I Fall" by Lauren Oliver was one of the top 10 most popular YA books at libraries in 2011."

In conclusion, the popularity of young adult books has seen significant milestones over the years, as evidenced by the widespread acclaim and reach of various titles. From best-selling series like “Harry Potter” and “The Hunger Games” to critically acclaimed works such as “The Book Thief” and “A Wrinkle in Time,” these statistics highlight the enduring appeal and impact of young adult literature. The diversity in genres, themes, and authors showcased in these statistics underscores the vibrant and dynamic nature of the YA book market. Additionally, the commercial success and recognition achieved by these books reflect the strong connection and resonance they have with readers worldwide, solidifying their place in literary history.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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