Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop pioneered a groundbreaking approach to narrative called Mirrors and Windows: Some books act as mirrors, reflecting and affirming our lives and feelings. Others are more like windows, showing us how different people think, feel, and act in the world. Both kinds teach us empathy, sharpen our curiosity, and allow us to celebrate human diversity. With these goals in mind, we’ve put together a collection of some of our favorite books for young adults — a vibrant list exploring a multiplicity of experiences and identities.