The “Y” of Y.A. books

YOUNG

Think of the first word in the genre that includes titles like The Hunger Games or Harry Potter—what describes the target audience?

This clue plays on the abbreviation "Y.A.," which stands for "Young Adult"—a genre of books aimed at teen readers. The "Y" in "Y.A." is simply the first letter of "Young," so the answer is the full word itself. It’s a straightforward example where the clue breaks down a common shorthand to reveal the hidden term.