If you ask Facebook, Bookstagram, or BookTok, YA fantasy is all the rage. Fae, mermaids, sexy vampires, and conflicted angels are more popular than ever. But what if I told you there was another genre out there that can transport you to fantastical worlds? One that combines futurism, technology, and fantasy elements into a single majestic, innovative genre? Enter YA science fiction. If you're a newbie to this genre, here are my 16 essential reads I think you need to try!