Books
There are many great books about rites of passage and coming of age; there are so many, in fact, that they technically have a whole genre to themselves, the bildungsroman. We wanted to give you a better idea of what these books are about by grouping them into popular genres so you can start with your favorites. Don't let the genre descriptions stop you from exploring, though! You might be surprised by these books' ability to hold your attention. Remember, these books are at all reading and maturity levels, so not all of them are meant specifically for young adults. Look for what works for you and what you are ready for. Many of the descriptions of these books are from the book jacket or the descriptions available on Amazon and GoodReads.