WARNING! This List Contains Drugs, Violence, Language, Sex, Abuse, and Some of the Most Amazing Things on the Planet!: YALSA's Quick Picks List.

RECOMMENDED books; READING interests of teenagers; YOUNG Adult Library Services Association (Organization); RECREATIONAL reading; READING interests; BOOK covers; BOOK promotions

The article presents a profile of the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers. Details are given summarizing the purpose and characteristics of the list, focusing on recreational titles for readers between the age of 12 and 18 who do not like to read. An overview is given of the traits of a "reluctant reader" along with discussion asserting the importance of promoting self selection as a way to gain their interest. Additional subjects discussed include cover designs, the importance of popularity, and "gateway books" which lead readers to more titles.