The video explores the evolution of the Young Adult (YA) genre, highlighting its origins, growth, and impact on reading habits. It discusses how YA has become a significant literary category, appealing to both teens and adults. The genre's history is traced from early works like 'The Seventeenth Summer' to the transformative impact of 'Harry Potter'. The video also examines current trends in YA, including its focus on social issues, and concludes with a call to participate in PBS's 'The Great American Read'.

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