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This is one of the best YA books I’ve read in a long time. If you’re a fan of Dawn Kurtagich (And the Trees Crept In, The Dead House), April Genevieve Tucholke (Wink Poppy Midnight), and Kim Liggett (Blood and Salt) this is right up your alley. What could have been ...
it was pre-Victorian England, and courtships could last the length of an egg timer. Second, Jane’s lack of experience with men. And third, Jane’s perception of men, which was gleaned mostly from books and art that tended to glorify tall...
All these characters and more can be found in YAfantasy books, which are full of magic and intrigue. Though young adult fantasy books are typically coming-of-age stories that feature a teenage protagonist, they’re stories that anyone can enjoy, from children to adults. So, what are some o...
I would love to get writing advice from Tamora Pierce. Her young adult fantasy books set in the Tortall Universe were my favorites growing up. The characters were nuanced, and the stories were so empowering for teenaged girls. I wrote the whole first draft ofHybrid Magicwhile I was pregnant...
As the mom of a teenager and the Mayor of Bookopolis.com, an online community for young readers, I’m always on the hunt to find the latest and greatest new books to share with adolescent readers. For most teens, a shiny award sticker doesn’t hold as much weight in their book ...
I’m not sure if Black is going to keep writing books set in Elfhame, but honestly, I’d read them if she does. I love this world, I love these characters, and Black spins such a good tale. It’s been too long since I’ve visited the world, and yet I found myself slipping ...
Pack your beach bag and light your barbecue grill because we have actually made it to the final month of summer. Summer may be coming to a close, but we still have plenty of summer novels to keep us occupied. These 19 best YA books of August 2016…
Not in the Scriptis another book I wish I would have read much sooner. It was happy, it made me happy. It was a good cleanser from the dark part I was in while reading it. That’s part of what I really enjoy about theIf Only…series, the books just make me happy.Not in the ...
fun-spirited books with terrific characters and a great plot progression. Tokyo Dreaming’s ending seems to tie up all the plot points, so I’m assuming the story is done at this point… but I’d be totally okay (i.e., jumping up and down happy) if another book in the series came...