Nobody knows that Simon Speare is gay, and that’s exactly how he likes it. If nobody knows, maybe things won’t really have to change for …
Brenda Rufener Interview: Homeless Teens, Finding Hope, and YA Fiction
This past month, I had the honor of interviewing author Brenda Rufener, author of the new, groundbreaking YA novel Where I Live. Her writing is simultaneously …
Kami Garcia: Opening Up and Sharing the Story Behind Her New Release, Broken Beautiful Hearts
Kami Garcia, author of the bestselling Beautiful Creatures and contemporary romance The Lovely Reckless, brings readers her most personal and striking story yet — one that tackles …
In Sight of Stars: Bringing a Fresh Perspective on Mental Illness
Klee’s life is slowly coming undone, ripping at the seams. With his father’s death and his relationship with his mom on edge, not to mention …
Kami Garcia Comes Back Better Than Ever in Her Latest Release: Broken Beautiful Hearts
Betrayal, lies, lost love, and new beginnings, all of which make up the pulse-pounding and romantic new release from Kami Garcia, Broken Beautiful Hearts. After …
Ontario Teen Book Fest 2018: Featuring an Interview with Author Ellen Hopkins
In only a matter of weeks, some of the biggest names in YA will be gathering for the annual Ontario Teen Book Fest. Authors such …
Jessica Chastain Delivers an Incredible Performance in ‘Molly’s Game’
Molly Bloom’s life was never easy. From Olympic athlete to underground casino owner, Bloom has a knack for the extraordinary, and Molly’s Game brilliantly showcases …
The Dangerous Art of Blending In: Starting Off the Year Strong in YA
Evan remains in her clutches, stuck within the bars of her closed fist. All he ever really wanted was to be himself, but with his …
Call Me By Your Name: The Novel Behind One of the Year’s Most Talked About Films
“We had the stars, you and I. And that is only given once.” —André Aciman The last thing Elio expects during his summer in Italy is …