APL’s Teen Voices started in the spring of 2001 as a way to showcase the writing talents of local teenagers. The online publication has evolved from originally accepting only short fiction, essays and poetry to its current form that includes poetry, essays, short fiction, music reviews, book reviews and artwork by local teens. In addition, the latest edition features several illustrated short stories.

Since the first publication we have had a new edition to celebrate every Teen Read Week each October and National Library Week each April. Entries are reviewed by the Young Adult Librarian and selected works are put on the website. All teens that submit work to APL’s Teen Voices receive a certificate of participation. Since the start of the program over 240 teens have participated.

Visit the library’s teen Website at teen.apl.org to see APL’s Teen Voices