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Expertly subverting the classic Rapunzel fairytale we all know and love, Ella McLeod's lyrical debut YA novel written in both verse and prose, Rapunzella, Or Don't Touch My Hair, is a dream read for…
Win a copy of Spin me Right Round by David Valdes
This post is sponsored by Bloomsbury UK.
To celebrate Pride month coming to a close, we're super excited to be giving three lucky readers the chance to read one of 2022's most unique LGBTQIA+ reads, Spin Me Right Round by David Valdes.…
Kelis Rowe on her stand-out romantic YA debut novel, Finding Jupiter
This post is sponsored by Walker Books.
Finding Jupiter, the stand-out YA debut from Kelis Rowe is a bookshelf must have for anyone looking for a superbly written story of heartbreak, loss, family and finding love when you least expect or…
Read an extract from David Valdes’ debut novel, Spin Me Right Round
This post is sponsored by Bloomsbury.
Following gay Cuban-American teen, Luis Gonzalez, as he travels back to the 80's in an attempt to save the life of a closeted student, David Valdes' irresistible YA debut, Spin Me Right Round, brings…
WIN a copy of Finding Jupiter by Kelis Rowe
This post is sponsored by Walker.
A beautifully written and page-turning exploration of grief, passion, heartbreak and fate, Kelis Rowe's debut YA novel, Finding Jupiter, is an emotional and powerful contemporary read your bookshelves will…
WIN a set of Heartstopper books by Alice Oseman
Win a set of Heartstopper books, the graphic novel behind the beloved Netflix adaptation.
“I like books which grab you on page one and don’t let you go – and that those are the kind of…
The Queen of YA fiction is back.
David Valdes on his queer time travelling YA debut, Spin Me Right Round
This post is sponsored by Bloomsbury.
Following modern day gay teen, Luis Gonzalez, after he finds himself having travelled back in time to his parents' era to save a closeted classmates life, David Valdes' debut YA novel, Spin Me Right…
Win 1 of 5 signed copies by Ellie Pillai is Brown by Christine Pillainayagam
This post is sponsored by Faber.
If you're in the market for a laugh out loud, rom-com with a charismatic main character with a passion for music, Christine Pillainayagam's brilliantly funny debut, Ellie Pillai is Brown, is the book for…
Ann Sei Lin on her brilliantly inventive YA fantasy debut, Rebel Skies
This post is sponsored by Walker.
Highly inventive, with intricate world building, intriguing characters and an action-packed plot, Rebel Skies, the magical debut YA fantasy from Anne Sei Lin, is a must read for fantasy fans old and new.…
Christine Pillainayagam on the inclusion of music in her YA debut, Ellie Pillai is Brown
This post was written by Christine Pillainayagam, author of Ellie Pillai is Brown and is sponsored by Faber.
When I first started learning piano it was because my older sister was taking lessons, and I, the annoying younger sibling…
Win 1 of 5 signed copies of Rebel Skies by Ann Sei Lin
This post is sponsored by Walker.
Following Kurara, a young teen with the ability to bring paper to life, after she boards a sky ship to become the crew's Crafter, a hunter of wild paper spirits called shikigami, Ann Sei Lin's debut, Rebel…
James Goodhand talks toxic masculinity in Man Down
James Goodhand chats about incorporating toxic masculinity and other mental health issues in his latest YA book, Man Down.
Aneesa Marufu on her captivating debut YA novel, The Balloon Thief
This post is sponsored by Chicken House Books.
With adventure, magic, travel, friendship and fantastic discussions of misogyny and racism, Aneesa Marufu’s YA debut, The Balloon Thief, is an exciting, captivating and transportive read you…
WIN an Instax camera plus a signed copy of Man Down by James Goodhand
Win an Instax mini 40 and a signed copy of Man Down by James Goodhand!