Iconic civil rights activist Martin Luther King was assassinated 50 years ago this April. In his memory we have compiled a list of outstanding BAME authors of young adult literature.

Long Way Down is an unforgettable book that you won’t be able to put down.

The Red Ribbon is a brilliant story about the power of stories and the cost of survival.

The Excelsior Award highlights the best graphic novels published each year across genre and style. The winners are decided by pupils at participating secondary schools across the UK.

Undercover Princess will appeal to anyone who loves drama, humour and wild characters doing wild things.

The Last Days of Archie Maxwell is a powerful and poignant contemporary that discusses important, hard-hitting issues.

To mark International Women's Day, library volunteer Emily is celebrating the best female characters in YA.

Blackbird is tense, well-plotted and addictive.

The shortlist for The YA Book Prize was announced on Friday 1 March. This award "celebrates great books for teenagers and young adults and aims to get more teens reading."

Amy Chelsea Stacie Dee is a riveting, unputdownable book.