YA Book World: Major Adaptations, Printz Award Milestone, and Mourning Susan Beth Pfeffer

July 3, 2025
YA Book World: Major Adaptations, Printz Award Milestone, and Mourning Susan Beth Pfeffer
  • Hayley Kiyoko's song 'Girls Like Girls' is making the leap from a YA book to a movie adaptation.

  • An adaptation of 'Girl in Pieces' is currently in development, featuring two stars from the hit series 'Yellowjackets'.

  • A recent roundup highlights significant developments in the Young Adult (YA) book genre, focusing on adaptations and notable events.

  • This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Printz Award, a prestigious honor in YA literature.

  • The YA community mourns the loss of Susan Beth Pfeffer, a prominent author, who passed away on June 26, 2025.

  • Marissa Meyer’s popular series, 'The Lunar Chronicles,' is set to be adapted into an animated feature, with a release planned for Fall 2028.

  • In addition, Scott Westerfeld's 'Leviathan' is also getting an animated adaptation, scheduled to premiere on July 10, 2025.

  • The creative team behind 'To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before' is adapting Rebecca Ross’s novel 'Divine Rivals' for the screen.

  • Fans can look forward to the final trailer for Season Three of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty,' which is set to debut this month.

  • A sequel to the beloved series 'The Clique' is in the works, aiming to reignite interest among its dedicated fandom.

  • The finalists for the UK’s YA Book Prize have been announced, showcasing four debut authors alongside three previous winners.

  • The article also features various new YA and middle grade releases, along with the streaming availability of 'The Hunger Games' films.

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