10 YA Tropes That We All Love

Young adult literature has been a staple in the world of publishing for decades, with classic tropes that continue to captivate readers to this day. These tropes tend to put unique original characters in entertaining situations that give them a way to grow or rise to the occasion. Here are the top 10 classic tropes for young adult novels that we all love and just cannot get enough of:

1. Coming of Age: This trope revolves around the protagonist's journey from adolescence to adulthood. The main character experiences personal growth and learns important life lessons along the way.
2. Love Triangle: This trope involves a love triangle between the protagonist, a love interest, and another potential love interest. The protagonist must navigate their feelings and choose between the two.
3. The Chosen One: This trope involves the protagonist being chosen for a special destiny or mission, and they must learn to accept their fate and use their special abilities to save the day.
4. Dystopian Society: This trope takes place in a future society where the world has become a bleak and oppressive place. The protagonist must navigate this world and fight for their beliefs and freedom.
5. Forbidden Love: This trope involves the protagonist falling in love with someone they're not supposed to, whether it be because of social status, family feuds, or other reasons.
6. Supernatural Powers: This trope involves the protagonist discovering they have supernatural powers and learning to control and use them to save the day.
7. Mystery/Crime Solving: This trope involves the protagonist trying to solve a mystery or crime that has taken place. They use their wit and detective skills to uncover the truth.
8. Fantasy World: This trope takes place in a magical and fantastical world, with mythical creatures, enchanted forests, and powerful wizards.
9. Survival: This trope involves the protagonist trying to survive in a dangerous or difficult situation, such as a natural disaster, war, or other catastrophe.
10. Coming Out: This trope involves the protagonist coming out as LGBTQ+. They navigate the challenges and triumphs of their journey towards acceptance and self-discovery.

Here are some popular books on Amazon that fit each trope:

• Coming of Age: "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger
• Love Triangle: "Twilight" by Stephanie Meyer, "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
• The Chosen One: "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" by J.K. Rowling, "Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan
• Dystopian Society: "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins, "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
• Forbidden Love: "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green, "Eleanor and Park" by Rainbow Rowell
• Supernatural Powers: "The Mortal Instruments" by Cassandra Clare, "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs
• Mystery/Crime Solving: "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart, "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
• Fantasy World: "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien, "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C.S. Lewis
• Survival: "The Hatchet" by Gary Paulsen, "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
• Coming Out: "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli, "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson

These classic tropes continue to captivate young adult readers, and the books listed above are just a few examples of the many great works of literature that fit these archetypes. Reach out to us on Twitter or FaceBook and let us know your favorite YA trope(s).