I’m excited to feature an interview today with author Rebecca Maizel. Her book A Season for Fireflies came out in late June and it’s a perfect summer read. It’s a contemporary novel with just a hint of magic and I…
2016 Midyear Review: Best in Books
We are now halfway through 2016, and there have been some incredible books released in the past six months. The Young Folks staff have put together our best books of 2016 (so far). Ranging from Ruta Sepetys’s Salt to the Sea…
Book Review: “Summer in the Invisible City” by Juliana Romano
“Summer in the Invisible City” by Juliana Romano is a cute story about summer romance, recovering from a broken heart and discovering who you are. Sadie Bell is a young upcoming photographer who is sure about her goals in life.…
Book Review: ‘You Know Me Well’ by Nina LaCour & David Levithan
There is a very, very small list of authors that I will instantly buy their newest release without needing to read a bunch of reviews or even finding out what the book is about. These are authors that have proven…
‘Sea Spell’ Giveaway: Win the final book in the Waterfire Saga!
Jennifer Donnelly’s Waterfire Saga has captivated readers with exhilarating adventure, while being a showcase for the unwavering strength that comes from the bond of friendship. Sea Spell, the final book in the series, arrives in stores soon, but to get you…
YA Authors Q&A: Siobhan Vivian & Morgan Matson
If The Unexpected Everything and The Last Boy and Girl in the World are not already on your summer reading list, I politely ask you consider revising your list. These two books couldn’t be any more different, but they explore…
10 of the Best Rae Earl Quotes from My Mad Fat Diary
We need to take several moments to talk about the icon that is Rae Earl. Remarkably human, so organically flawed and raunchy-hilarious in the way that makes your sides stitch up, Sharon Rooney as Rachel “Rae” Earl in the BAFTA-nominated…