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Since 1985, The Library of Select Fiction, Poems, and Essays by Writers Under 20.
“Here’s an opportunity to taste some of the best writing by peers.”
--AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION, BOOKLIST
"The success of the magazine Merlyn's Pen points to a wave of interest in the writings of young people." --CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
Search the New Library by topics and genres that matter to you. You can print and share the pieces you want. Printing is free. Works in the New Library first appeared in the award-winning Merlyn's Pen: The National Magazine of Student Writing, published 1985-2001. Find out who in the New Library is winning major awards today, writing as an adult.















