What do teens like to find in a book?

Im writing a book, and I need to know what teens like in a book. Its about an Upper East Side teen who wants to find the real world. Please answer.

What do teens like to find in a book?
That is awesome! I want to write a book too. I'm fourteen and I like all kinds of books. I like it when there is suspence in them, or a twist at the end. Characters that most teens have something in common with is great too. Include some family situations too. Talk about school, every teen spends a lot of time at school, and there are certain experiences that they could relate to that occur at school. Also, include lots of description ; you probably already know all of this :). What I love in books is when a character keeps a secret but then someone finds out, or he tells someone. The reaction of the person realizing what the secret is/ means is always interesting. I'm going to want to read your book someday! Good Luck in writing it!
Reply:The problem with writing other people's ideas is that they most likely won't be plots and characters that you care about! You need to write from your heart. What are your interests and passions? What do you love? What do you hate?





It takes practice to develop your own ideas. Start thinking "What if" questions about situations that might occur in your own life. Also, set aside a notebook just for ideas. If any interesting thoughts or characters pop into your head, jot them down!





What would you say if I asked "What do adults like in a book?" The problem is that teens, like any other age group, have a diverse group of interests! There's no one thing that they are all looking for in a book. You just have to write something with heart.
Reply:some romance. mystery. theres got to be some humor too. if you can tie all those together, you'll prolly make a good book.
Reply:Usually an exciting story line, a character(s) they can all relate to, something recognizable, pretty simple and straightforward. Modern culture (mention bands, book) and romance
Reply:The unbelievable in a believable way. Something happening that appears to be ridiculous but is explained in a way that makes sense.
Reply:Try reading some Gossip Girl books. They're all about teens living in the Upper East Side. They're rich, snobby, can be nice, and they deal with what older teens deal with. You should watch Gossip Girl on CW11 too. I also recommend The Clique series. They're my favorite. They totally relate to what 12,13, 14, 15, 16 year olds deal with. Boys, girl problems, school, friend fights, popularity, a lot of drama, and money money money. An Upper East Side teen would definitely have a lot of money, probably is smart with a legacy family but the teen doesn't understand the reality of the world and what people who aren't like them have to deal with. Good luck and have fun with it! I can't wait to read it. What's the title going to be? A really exciting book will always have a cliff-hanger or an unresolved problem(doesn't have to be the original, it could be a new problem that came up) to end the story. That way people will be hungry for more! You don't have to write sequels to the book, let your readers think of an end. It encourages them to use creativity in life.
Reply:well if your writing about the upper east side, then just look at gossip girl.


girls my age loveee the books and show
Reply:I find you very brave because anyon writing a book about finding peace in the real world is watched upon as an idiot. So have you ever watched the film FREEDOM WRITERS it`s an awesome movie and helps alot. Well I think that every teen wants a book to tell his story. When you write your story let it be your story. Teens are teens no matter what problems in life the suffer. You need to bring out your problem and always remeber that finding the meaning of the real world is a maze to every teen, so just say whats on yoiuzr heart. I guarantee you that it will have meaning to everybody teen or adult. A book from the heart is a book of truth...
Reply:!!


Well, when I read a book.


I don't want it to go too fast.


But not too slow.


it has to be at the speed, where if you read it, you get the idea.


The characters have to be intresting, they have to have problems and stuff.


It shouldn't be a perfect fairy tale.


There has to be some big problems, drugs, alcohol, broken bones, and fights.


Also add in some depressing issues. Like deaths, car crashes, hospitals.


Romance is fine, but don't make it a 'Love at First Sight!' thing.


Meh.


i don't know how to explain.
Reply:I think that the charcters are most important. Make the Upper East Side teen be someone we can relate to, but not boring. The main charcter should be somebody that makes us think about our own character.

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