2017 YA Fiction Smackdown at Thomas Ford Memorial Library

31 Days,16 Books,15 Showdowns:

1 Triumphant Book will be 2017’s YA Fiction Smackdown Winner!

The YA Fiction Smackdown is Thomas Ford Library's first annual month-long celebration of YA literature. It’s open to everyone because there’s something in YA literature for everyone! After you’ve filled out your March Madness basketball bracket, give our book bracket a shot.

How It Works Bring your completed bracket in anytime this March, and you’ll receive a free book to keep. Return it by March 12 and you will be entered into a drawing for a $20 Anderson’s Bookshop gift card. Correctly pick the winner and you’ll be eligible to win a spot on our judging panel next year! Each week sees another round of showdowns, judged by library staff & Teen Board members. Keep track of showdown winners every week on the bracket at the library and online.

Why Young Adult (YA)? We think some of the best writing & most interesting characters around happen to be in YA books. Dystopian YA has been surging in popularity & we want to highlight the breadth of today’s YA books.

Why these books? This list was selected by TFML librarians based on popularity, awards, best-of lists, and a few lesser-known favorites.

Stop by the Library (800 Chestnut Street, Western Springs, IL 60558) and pick up your bracket. Everyone's a winner when you read!