Outstanding Books for the College Bound
Policies and Procedures | Current List | Previous Lists | OBCB Products
The books on this list offer opportunities to discover new ideas, and provide an introduction to the fascinating variety of subjects within an academic discipline. Readers will gain an understanding of our diverse world and build a foundation to deepen their response to that world.
A YALSA committee of public, secondary school, and academic librarians selectes the list. Revised every five years as a tool for several audiences (students preparing for college, educators, librarians, and parents) it offers opportunities for independent reading and lifelong learning. Use it to round out your reading as you prepare for college entrance exams and courses, to strengthen your knowledge in a variety of subject areas and enhance appreciation for different cultures and times.
Select from the links below to read about the list and to read about titles in each of the individual sections. Would you like to link to this page? Use this handy URL: www.ala.org/yalsa/booklists/obcb.
Current List
2009 History and Cultures List
2009 Literature and Language Arts List
2009 Science and Technology List
Previous Lists
2004 Outstanding Books for the College Bound & Lifetime Learners
1999 Outstanding Books for the College-Bound & Lifetime Learners
OBCB Products
Outstanding Books for the College Bound: Titles and Programs for a New Generation
Edited by Angela Carstensen
ALA Editions, 2011
This completely revamped guide lists over 400 books deemed outstanding for the college bound by YALSA. This indispensable resource includes annotated lists and a variety of indexes for easy searching. The title is available in print or as an e-book. 2011. 176 pages. ISBN-13: 978-0-8389-8570-0. $45ALA/YALSA members, $50 all others. Visit www.alastore.ala.org to purchase.
