O contemporary YA, how I love thee! I love your angst, your romance, your banter, your thrill, your kissing, your exploration, your humor, and your doing all of it within settings we all know and live every day. Whether it’s a common story with a new voice or a wild new premise the likes of […]
Let’s talk about everyone’s favorite phrase: “reluctant readers.” I’m firmly of the opinion that readers are only reluctant because they haven’t yet found a book that suits them, or are simply tired of only being handed books about thin, white, cishet protagonists. Whatever the reason may be, this list seeks to provide recommendations for many […]
Romantic comedies may frequently be described as “beach reads,” but there’s really no wrong time of year to wrap yourself in love and laughs. Treat yourself to some wondrous warmth to ward off the winter chill in the form of one of these sweet, funny books and get your squee on while you ring in […]
This release week mixes it up something fierce, with a survival adventure, a creepy coming-of-age, and romance from all different angles, including a must read for rom com fans waiting in breathless anticipation for the royal wedding!
The final month of 2017 is upon us, and YA has seriously saved some of the best for last. This December’s got glorious and sometimes hilarious romances, epic and sometimes queer fantasies, an amorous anthology, and more. End the year off right with one of these memorable new offerings.