Your library has the best and newest middle-grades and young adult books and an extensive collection of comics, graphic novels and manga. If you don't see what you need on the shelf, just ask! Another library probably has it and we can send it to your preferred location! If there's anything we don't have, we might be able to loan it from another library system or you can suggest we purchase it.
Want More Reading Recs?
For the latest additions to the Teen Nonfiction collection, click here. You can also ask a librarian for recommendations or use Novelist K-8 to find read-alikes for your favorite authors or books, search by mood or genre, or browse their curated book lists.
Read Online or with an App
Your free library card gives you access to streaming movies, TV shows, music, e-books, comics, and more on Libby, Hoopla and Kanopy.
Some library locations have dedicated computers for teens or even Teen Rooms, great for hanging out after school, meeting up with friends to study, and playing games. For a quieter space, reserve a study room. Find your library branch under “Locations and Hours” to see available rooms.
Prep for Tests, College, or Careers
What's next for you? Whether it’s the AP, SAT, or ACT exams, getting into college, or landing a job, with Gale Presents:Peterson’s Test and Career Prep can help you reach your goals.
With this single resource, you can:
Take career assessments to discover your best path
Explore information on more than 4,000 accredited colleges and universities
Build polished resumes and cover letters
And more—all free with your library card (DCPS students, just enter your S-number)
We also have Teen Labs (for homeschoolers, ages 12-17) for those curious about a career in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math. Each week, you'll take a deep dive on a fun topic, talk about great books, and get hands-on with a craft or other activity.
Or join us at Teen Advisory Board, where you vote for, plan, and make things happen at your Library! There's a new theme every two weeks - many of which are decided on by you!
If you need Bright Futures Scholarship hours, you can volunteer by helping out at TAB or other teen programs. If your library doesn't have a TAB, you can help out in other ways, too!
Drop in for Games, Movies, Crafts, and More
Gamers: Be sure to check out the free resources and activities our Play Games at the Library page. Depending on your location, you might find a Dungeons & Dragons or other tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) rulebook on the shelf. You can even check out and play a board game (for in-library use). Some locations also have e-sports clubs, Super Smash Bros. Tournaments, and more.
Mayor Deegan’s River City Readers is a citywide literacy challenge for students of all ages that runs through 2024. Participants are asked to read 20 minutes a day and to log their reading in Beanstack, a reading challenge app. You'll be awarded digital badges for logging multiple days in a row and for completing other reading-related activities. At the end of the year, the city’s top readers will get prizes!
Turn your screen into a comic & manga reading experience! With Hoopla, you have instant and free access to hundreds more, on your favorite device!
Calling all manga lovers! Find popular and award-winning manga series from Tokyopop and Disney or re-discover classics and "essentials" like Astroboy and Neon Genesis Evangelion! Check out Hoopla's vast collection of over 300 titles, all in the authentic right-to-left format. Hoopla's constantly growing collection means both seasoned fans and those new to the format can always find something fresh and exciting to read.
Get lost in the pages of Hoopla's comics! Whether you're into epic battles, superheroes, or quirky stories, there's something for every comic lover. Whether you're revisiting your favorites or discovering new gems, Hoopla has everything you need to get started or fuel your comics obsession!
Note: New comics drop every Wednesday. Stay ahead of the curve with new releases and new additions and even more comic goodness every week.
Get a Library Card
A Library Card in Every Student's Pocket
Simply enter a student ID to access a fine-free library card! The Student Card is available for free to all students at any public school system in Duval County.
Research at the Library
Got a Science Fair project to do? Don’t know where to start? The Library has your back!
Are You Planning to Compete in History Fair?
Jacksonville Public Library has the materials, resources and support you need.
Need a ride to the library?
All Jacksonville middle and high school students can ride city buses for free! Just show your student ID.
Calling all manga lovers! 
