YA/Teen Valentine’s day best book lists are pretty easy to come by. Finding YA books set on Valentine’s Day seems to be a bit more challenging. I love themed reading lists and this is one that took me a bit longer to put together, so I thought I would share it with you. If you are looking for feel-good YA books set on Valentine’s Day, I hope that you find one here that interests you!
Last Update: February 2022
YA Valentine’s Day Books
1. Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver
This is one of my all-time favourite books. Sam relives the last day of her life, “Cupid Day,” over and over again. Experiencing the same day repeatedly has an effect on Sam and she winds up trying to set things straight. Definitely one to check out!
2. Marly’s Ghost by David Levithan
David Levithan seems to have a knack for writing love stories. While the title may seem like it might actually be a Christmas novel, Marly’s Ghost is actually set on Valentine’s Day. This short read sounds perfect for a little Valentine themed read.
3. Valentine by Jodi McAllister
This first book in the Valentine series is about four teenagers all born on Valentine’s Day. It seems to have a bit of everything, including a mystery. If you are a fan of paranormal romance, this might be one to try.
4. How to Keep a Boy From Kissing You by Tara Eglington
This YA contemporary is all about first kissing. The main character, Aurora is set to save her first kiss for the right boy. If a light-hearted story about kissing interests you, this could be a perfect Valentine read.
5. Valentine Princess by Meg Cabot
Fans of The Princess Diaries series by Meg Cabot are sure to love this novella all about Valentine’s Day. Mia tries to convince Michael how important the holiday is to her in this instalment. From what I have heard, it is best read if you are familiar with the characters and the previous stories.
6. 19 Love Songs by David Levithan
7. 11 Paper Hearts by Kelsey Hartwell
This book seems to have a bit of everything: romance, mystery, and thriller. It is all set on Valentine’s Day and is compared to The Kissing Booth and To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before. Sounds like the perfect read to curl up with this holiday!
I have created a Goodreads shelf for all of these books if you are interested in learning more about any of them. If there are any YA books set on Valentine’s Day that I have missed, let me know in the comments. Happy Valentine’s Day!
I enjoy reading themed books. Can’t think of any Velentine’s ones to share at the moment though.
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I seem to always read one per season at least it seems. 😉
What a cute idea! I love this list.
Thank you! 🙂
Oh that’s such a good idea for a list – and I appreciate how much time it must have took you to put this together, books set on a particular day are so complicated to find. I didn’t even recall that Before I Fall was set on Valentine’s Day… I need to re-read this book someday 😀
I would love to do a re-read of it one of these days as well! 🙂
I totally forgot that Before I Fall was set on Valentine’s Day!
It was a bit of a stretch to add it because it is technically Feb. 12th, but it was Cupid Day at the school. 😉
Eh, that works. 😉
This sounds like a great list! I like reading books corresponding with the current holiday/season.
Same! I hope that you enjoy them if you try any of them. 🙂
I think I am going to check out Valentine right now. It sounds like my kind of read!
Yay!! I hope that you love it! 🙂
This is a great idea and a great list!
Aww! Thanks so much! 🙂
Great topic! I have “Before I Fall” on my shelf but haven’t read it yet.
Lauren Oliver is one of my favourites. The main character starts off quite dislikable, but she doe eventually turn around. 🙂
I LOVED Before I Fall! I need to reread that!
It is one of the best Oliver books! 🙂
I haven’t read any of these, so thanks for the recommendations. I love that they all take place on Valentine’s Day.
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I have a thing for holiday reading! 😉
That’s awesome
Perfect suggestion list, thanks. Just in time too.
Wonderful idea! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner so this list is a godsend as I love themed reading. I’ll be sure to pick these books up for Valentine’s Day so I can cozy up with a book in my face and not see all my happy couple friends smoochin’ around me haha. ❤
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Thanks for the list! I just don’t know which one to pick first.