100+ YA Story Ideas with Characters, Plot, Title – Mystery, Romance, Sci-Fi, Fantasy and More

The Code Breaker

Main Characters:Jett– a linguistics expert fascinated by ancient languages; Ellie– his fiercely loyal girlfriend; Professor Higgs– the eccentric scholar.

Plot: When a lost artifact surfaces, Jett discovers that it holds a cryptic message that could reshape history. Racing against treasure hunters, he and Ellie decode mysteries while keeping their relationship intact.

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Obsidian Eyes

Main Characters:Lena– a girl with the unique ability to see people’s true selves; Aaron– her protective older brother; Sofia– a rival with hidden depths.

Plot: Lena grapples with prejudice from those who fear her power. When she meets Aaron at a camp for the gifted, they navigate friendships, rivalries, and the burden of their abilities while discovering the meaning of identity.

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The Midnight Library

Main Characters:Noah– an avid reader; Selene– the enigmatic librarian; Sam– the best friend who doubts magic.

Plot: Noah stumbles upon a library that appears only at midnight. Each book grants a glimpse of another life. As he explores different worlds, he begins to question the value of his own life and choices.

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Tides of Change

Main Characters:Mira– a girl connected to ocean spirits; Koa– a surfer seeking adventure; the old sea captain with cryptic warnings.

Plot: When pollution threatens her coastal town, Mira must awaken ocean spirits to reclaim their waters. Along the journey, she discovers her heritage and the balance needed between humans and nature.

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Architects of Fate

Main Characters:Zara– an urban planner with dreams of designing a better city; Liam– her rival with a hidden agenda; Ms. Clark– the supportive mentor.

Plot: Zara discovers a plot to ruin a historic building for personal gain. Together with her friends, she utilizes her architectural skills and community spirit to battle corporate greed.

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Fragments of Memory

Main Characters:Gabe– who loses his memory after an accident; Olivia– the persistent girlfriend; Doctor Harris– the blind mentor.

Plot: Gabe keeps receiving mysterious clues leading to lost memories. As he pieces together his identity, he must confront ghosts from his past that could change his future.

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The Last Beacon

Main Characters:Celeste– a lighthouse keeper’s daughter; Hudson– the inquisitive sailor; Old Mr. Barlow– the keeper of secrets.

Plot: Celeste finds a hidden treasure map while cleaning the old lighthouse. As she embarks on an adventure with Hudson, they dive deep into pirates’ legacies and uncover a long-buried family secret.

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Whispers in the Wind

Main Characters:Alex– a girl who can communicate with the wind; Jamie– the rival from school; Grandma Fern– her supportive mentor.

Plot: After discovering her connection with nature, Alex must protect her town from a growing threat. Together with Jamie, the two learn what it truly means to collaborate for a common cause.

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The Time Thieves

Main Characters:Talia– a girl with the power to manipulate time; Ravi– her tech-savvy friend; the Time Keeper, a mysterious figure.

Plot: Talia discovers that time can be stolen, leading to a life of luxury and convenience. However, with each stolen moment, the world unravels, and she must restore balance before time collapses.

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For the Love of Ink

Main Characters:Jett– a tattoo artist with magical ink; Izzy– his muse; Rafe– the antagonist who wants to exploit Jett’s talent.

Plot: Jett learns that his tattoos can grant powers or unleash monsters. When Rafe seeks him out to obtain the magic for nefarious purposes, Jett must defend himself and those he loves.

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Echoes of Tomorrow

Main Characters:Max– a boy who can hear future echoes; Penny– his friend with an obsession for change; Dr. Craft– their quirky science teacher.

Plot: Max learns to navigate the complexities of seeing the future while struggling against temptations to alter it. As friends grow apart, he must decipher which future he should pursue.

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The Forgotten Prophecy

Main Characters:Leora– a girl with prophetic visionsr; Finn– her loyal ally; The Oracle– a wise and elusive figure.

Plot: Leora’s long-buried prophecy reveals an impending doom. With her visions haunted by a shadowy figure, she teams up with Finn to prevent what seemed inevitable from coming true.

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The Steelheart Chronicles

Main Characters:Rowan– a skilled blacksmith; Jace– the warrior with the inner conflicts; Elder Forge– the wise craftsman.

Plot: Rowan forges a legendary weapon that falls into the wrong hands. Teaming up with Jace, they must reclaim the weapon while realizing their connection to a lineage of warriors.

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The Secrets of Asteria

Main Characters:Elowen– a curious girl from a hidden village; Quinn– the outsider; the enigmatic Guardian of Secrets.

Plot: Elowen discovers her village has kept the knowledge of magic hidden from the world. When she teams up with Quinn, an outsider, they uncover age-old secrets and unite magic with a quest for acceptance.

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Embers of Legacy

Main Characters:Rhea– the reluctant heir to a hidden empire; Kai– the mysterious guardian; Isabella– the childhood friend now rival.

Plot: Rhea discovers her family’s legacy is tied to powerful artifacts. With Kai’s guidance and Isabella’s rivalry, she learns more about her past while attempting to save her future.

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Beneath the Surface

Main Characters:Asher– a boy who uncovers a hidden underwater civilization; Lira– a girl from the underwater realm; Professor Cove– the historian.

Plot: Asher accidentally discovers a path to an underwater city during a diving expedition. Uncovering its history and treasures, he realizes that his connection to Lira and her people might be deeper than he thought.

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The Stolen Stars

Main Characters:Zane– a boy who collects fallen stars; Aria– his spirited companion; The Collector– a dark figure who hoards stars.

Plot: When Zane learns that the stars he collects can grant wishes, he must battle The Collector who steals them for himself. Their journey will test their courage and resilience.

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Sins of the Past

Main Characters:Tessa– a girl determined to uncover her family’s dark history; Liam– her skeptical yet supportive boyfriend; a series of ghosts connected to her lineage.

Plot: Tessa discovers a haunted artifact that holds the key to her family’s past sins. While uncovering the truth, she must decide whether to forgive or confront the mistakes that haunt her.

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Rift Walkers

Main Characters:Anya– a girl with the ability to walk between dimensions; Finn– a rebellious boy from another realm; The Rift Guardian– who watches over the dimensions.

Plot: Anya learns that her powers come with a price. As she navigates across dimensions, she must protect her friends and maintain balance before the rifts threaten their very existence.

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The Last Wish

Main Characters:Mira– a girl who has one wish remaining; Leo– the charming boy with ulterior motives; The Wish Granter– an eccentric old woman.

Plot: Mira must navigate the challenges of her final wish while contending with external forces. Along the way, she realizes that the most beautiful moments can often be found in her reality.

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