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Baking, possessions, werewolves, magic mirrors and so much more, it's time to start your autumn reading with these 15+ October 2021 YA books.
Why We Fly by Kimberly Jones & Gilly Segal (5th October)
Two high school…
Jean Meltzer on Hanukkah romance, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and her debut adult rom-com, The Matzah…
Featuring a second chance hate-to-love childhood romance, a secretly famous Jewish Christmas romance writer, chronic fatigue syndrome representation and more, Jean Meltzer's debut adult rom-com, The Matzah Ball is a must read holiday…
Ginny Myers Sain on the inspirations for her supernatural YA thriller, Dark and Shallow Lies
This post was written by Ginny Myers Sain, author of Dark and Shallow Lies
I often get asked what led me to write DARK AND SHALLOW LIES, my debut novel. It’s a dark, twisty story, and people seem to want to know where it came from. I know…
Marisa Kanter on the inspirations behind her new YA novel, As If On Cue
This post was written by Marisa Kanter, author of As If On Cue
It is my junior year of high school, I am sixteen years old, and I am in the director’s seat. I prefer being onstage, in a boisterous comedic role that is the opposite of my…
5 tips for writing a truly terrifying horror by Heather M. Herrman
This post was written by Heather M. Herrman, author of The Corpse Queen
Spooky Season is almost here, and for those of you who like to write your horror instead of simply imbibing it, I’m here with my Top Five Tips For Writing a Truly…
Michelle Quach on her gloriously feminist YA debut, Not Here to be Liked
Self aware, empowering and totally swoon-worthy, Michelle Quan's YA rom-com debut, Not Here to be Liked, brilliantly portrays the (often times confusing), journey of discovering and finding your place in feminism with nuance, fun and some…
Nicola Yoon on her gorgeous new YA novel, Instructions for Dancing
If you love young adult literature, you're probably aware that author Nicola Yoon is one of the queens of YA contemporary. With both of her first two novels Everything, Everything and The Sun is Also a Star, becoming YA staples (and…
Jennifer Lynn Alvarez on her gripping YA thriller, Lies Like Wildfire
This post was written by Jennifer Lynn Alvarez, author of Lies Like Wildfire
What would you do if you and your friends accidentally committed a crime that could land you in prison, destroy all that you’ve worked for, and turn your hometown…
Sarah Raughley on Victorian London, steampunk and her new YA novel, The Bones of Ruin
When we heard that Sarah Raughley's new YA novel, The Bones of Ruin, was going to be set in Victorian London and following an African tightrope dancer who cannot die, we knew it was going to be a truly epic read and we couldn't be more…
25 Sensational YA book releases for September 2021
Sure, September might signal the end of summer and the start of the back to school season but this year it also includes new YA book releases featuring Victorian tightrope dancers, apothecary apprentices, rebellion, romance, our favourite…
Crystal Frasier and Val Wise on their YA graphic novel, Cheer Up: Love and Pompoms
Beautifully illustrated, bright and uplifting, Crystal Frasier and Val Wises' inclusive new YA graphic novel, Cheer Up: Love and Pompoms, is a queer cheer must read and we're so excited to have had the chance to talk to both creators all…
Ray Star on finding a climate-friendly way to publish her debut YA novel
This post was written by Ray Star, author of Earthlings
Have you played the ‘This or That’ game before? It’s a great way to figure out what your favourite things are. Let’s try a quick-fire round:
Tea or coffee?
Bath or Shower?
Autumn…
WIN 1 of 5 book bundles featuring five summer must reads
Whether you're looking to give your summer TBR a boost or simply cram in as many new reads before school starts back up, we've got you covered. With five book bundles, featuring five brand new 2021 YA titles up for grabs, this is a bookish…
WIN 1 of 5 copies of Radha & Jai’s Recipe for Romance by Nisha Sharma
Described as To All the Boys I Loved Before meets World of Dance, Nisha Sharma's newest YA title, Radha & Jai's Recipe for Romance, is a must read for anyone looking for a rom-com filled with food, Bollywood dance, romance and a touch…
Rachel Griffin on nature, magic and her debut YA novel, The Nature of Witches
This post was written by Rachel Griffin, author of The Nature of Witches.
I was eleven years old when the movie Twister was released in theaters. I remember sitting up straight in the cushy red seat, watching with equal parts amazement and…